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Find out more about the birthstone of March and everything you need to know about the stunning gemstone below! History of Aquamarine The bluish-green gemstone was once believed to protect sailors on voyages, as well as being a symbolism of preserving or enhancing the health of the wearer. Aquamarine is also a symbol of faithfulnessFind out more
Find out more about the history of amethyst, and everything you need to know about this mesmerising gemstone below! History of Amethyst Amethyst is a stunning purple gemstone, varying in hues from deep mystical dark purple to delicate lilacs. The birthstone of February is said to hold powerful influences and act as aFind out more
It’s that time of year again, cue the dozen red roses, heart shaped chocolates and cute cuddly teddy bears that will most likely get thrown to one side and forgotten about come March. This Valentine’s Day, don’t be cliché and gift something that they will not only love, but will also last. All theFind out more
Find out more about the birthstone of January, Garnet, and everything you need to know about this mesmerising gem stone below! History of Garnet Garnet is most commonly known as a rich, deep red gem stone, however it is also available in a variety of colours with many variations of the stone existing. VariationsFind out more
Tanzanite, one of the birthstones of December, is a stunning gem stone recognised for its mesmerising blue/violet colouring. It was only recently discovered in the 1960’s, in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, so it is relatively new and becoming ever more popular. History of Tanzanite Tanzanite was first found in the footFind out more
The birthstone of November is topaz. It is a well-loved gem stone which is available in a large variety of sizes, cuts and colours, with turquoise and yellow/amber being the most popular colours. The mesmerising gem stone is said to bring joy, generosity, abundance and good health to those who wear it. The ancient GreeksFind out more
“The engagement ring is an ageless declaration of love and promise” Over the years, thousands of couples have trusted us with their most important moments. With a varied selection of rings and an extensive collection of diamonds, we’re here to help you find the perfect engagement ring. The trend these days is for couplesFind out more
COMPETITION TIME! #CaptureTheLove with McGowans This World Photo Day (19th August) we want you to capture the love and share your favourite engagement or wedding photo memories with us! Whether they are yours or a friend’s special moments, we want you to share them in the comments of our competition Facebook post to beFind out more
Peridot, a gorgeous olive green in colour, is the birthstone for August. An ancient and fascinating gem stone, it dates back to the time of Pharos in Egypt. Peridot is available in a spectrum of green, olive and yellow colours, with the grass-green shade being the most valuable Find out more about the history ofFind out more
Caring for your jewellery is important to make sure it maintains its brilliant sparkle and shine all year round! Every gem stone has different properties, and each deserves its own unique care and attention. Different cleaning methods apply to each gem stone, and there are some things you should avoid for certain stones too. Find out more