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Berkhamsted School Project

At the beginning of the year, a new alliance was formed between Berkhamsted School and The Diamond Trust. Both parties had a strong desire to do something special to commemorate Her Majesty, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. After a discussion with Caroline Ferguson, Head of Art, and Amanda Attfield, Head of DT, a jewellery design competition […]

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New Video Lightbox Tool

We are delighted to have this new video tool available to us, the videos truly bring to life our fine jewellery pieces and collections. Take a look below to see for yourself.       Share to Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Email

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Great time to sell gold and support the NHS

Many of you may be busier during lockdown than you were before with home-schooling etc, but if you’re looking for something profitable to do, we have a suggestion. Why not have a clear out and go through your jewellery boxes and drawers to see if you have any unwanted items of jewellery to sell. A […]

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A Ruby Wedding Celebration – With A Difference.

40 years of marriage is a milestone which should be marked in a special way. All those years ago, an engagement ring and a wedding ring represented love and commitment. Now is the time to express gratitude and appreciation for the joy shared throughout those years. It is also the opportunity of re-stating the commitment […]

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The Sparkle and Glitter Ball

All that ‘glitters’ is not gold. That was certainly true at Ashridge House last Friday night. From the sparkling champagne, to the scintillating firework display, the Glitterati of Berkhamsted and beyond came together to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of The Hospice of St Francis. Friends and volunteers, staff, trustees and supporters all enjoyed a wonderful […]

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Buried Treasure

107 years ago, this month, on 18th June 1912, one of the most remarkable discoveries ever made was unearthed in London. 1912 was the wettest year on record. Workmen were clearing a site at 30/32 Cheapside, close to St. Paul’s Cathedral. As they worked away in the mud and rubble, their picks hit upon a […]

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Natural Beauty or Synthetic Gem?

Ninety-eight years ago this month, on 4th May 1921, the London evening papers carried stories of a new gem material, cultured pearl. At the time, this new-comer was seen as a threat to the whole pearl industry. Until now nearly all pearls were those which had been recovered from the warm waters of places like […]

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Hatton Garden

The history of Hatton Garden is one with which the Watson family have been associated for many years. Vivian is now writing a book drawing on his experience, his relationships and his extensive collection of memorabilia. The name Hatton Garden has been associated with diamonds, gems and jewellery for at least 150 years. The ‘Garden,’ […]

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March

It is only three weeks until Spring is officially here again and with the expectation of longer and warmer days, we are glad to say good-bye to the winter. As the natural world comes out of hibernation, we look forward to fresh opportunities, meeting new customers and continuing to look after our long-established client friendships. […]

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The Cullinan

One hundred and ten years ago, on 10th February 1908, history was made as Joseph Asscher began the cutting of the Cullinan Diamond. The rough diamond had been discovered in 1905, in the rock face of the Premier Mine in South Africa, by the mine-manager, Frederick Wells while on a routine inspection. The mine had […]

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