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The birthstone of September is the enchanting Sapphire! Throughout history, Sapphires have been prized as one of the world’s most elite gemstones for their alluring beauty and are still just as popular today. Sapphire has different meanings across the world and has been worn since ancient times, particularly adored by royalty. Although almost always associatedFind out more
We’re sure you will agree that 2020 has been somewhat disappointing, to say the least. Events, weddings, festivals and social gatherings have sadly been cancelled and strict restrictions put in place to help protect us, but this hasn’t stopped us wearing our favourite jewels! We’re not saving our favourite pieces for the next big event,Find out more
The last few months have been challenging for everyone, and for us, it’s been particularly difficult to have to close our doors. We are now approaching our re-opening and as such, have come to a make a few long-term decisions that we feel are the best for McGowans going forward. Read a letter from ourFind out more
There’s no better time to refresh and rejuvenate your wardrobe than the arrival of Spring. Yes, we are all stuck at home at the moment, but what better time than now to plan your Spring/Summer jewellery wardrobe and experiment with new styles! So whether you’re leaning towards something bold, or prefer to keep it simple,Find out more
As most of us are now finding ourselves with more time to spend in our own homes, it can be a good time to think about tidying out and decluttering. As jewellery lovers, we know you probably have lots of old pieces lying around that don’t get the wear they once did. So, why notFind out more
– Competition closed – Enter our competition with John Dick & Son to be in with a chance of winning £200 worth of vouchers! Join our virtual Easter egg hunt and find the golden egg on our website, and the John Dick & Son website . Locate the eggs and fill out your answers and detailsFind out more
Following on from our recent blog about Georgian, Victorian & Art Nouveau styles, we are continuing our series looking back at the many decades of jewellery. Understanding the history of jewellery is a great way to get more enjoyment from your favourite pieces. Read on to learn about the Edwardian, art-deco and vintage styles thatFind out more
Jewellery has always been an important part of our culture and throughout the decades many different styles have emerged to reflect the societal changes of the period. From metalwork designs to diamond cuts and dominant colours, many of the trends have been passed down through the decades and can still be seen in the modernFind out more
A notice to our customers – dated 23rd March 2020 Our priority will always be the health and wellbeing of our staff and customers across our three stores in Aberdeen and Glasgow. After the recent challenges, we have come to the decision that it is within our staff and customers best interest and safety thatFind out more
Caring for your jewellery is important to make sure it not only stays clean, but also maintains its brilliant sparkle and shine all year round! Every gemstone 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 avoidFind out more