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
We are delighted that Jodie, our Assistant Manager at our Aberdeen Boutique, has recently passed the Jet1 Professional Jewellers Certificate with flying colours, achieving a Grade A. Run by the National Association of Jewellery, the Jet 1 Professional Jewellers Certificate is known as the industry’s ‘driving licence’. It entails a 6 month course which isFind 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
Jewellery is the perfect way to accessorise any outfit. With so many options, it can be difficult to decide what items of jewellery to pair with each look. Here are some tips to help you perfectly match your jewellery to your wardrobe favourites. Casual jeans and a top Who said jeans and a t-shirt hadFind out more
McGowans Jewellers has a history of over 123 years, and over the decades since we were established in 1895, we have come to appreciate the fine art of jewellery design. Although trends and styles have changed throughout the years, one thing has always remained – quality and our approach to excellence. This weekend inFind 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