How to Care for Pearl Jewellery Without Damaging It
A practical pearl care guide covering gentle cleaning, chemicals, storage and why steam and ultrasonic cleaners should be avoided.
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The Jewellery Journal
A little knowledge, a lifetime of enjoyment. Explore thoughtful guides to precious metals, gemstones and caring for the pieces you love.
9ct vs 18ct Gold: What Do 375 and 750 Mean?
Understand 9ct and 18ct gold, the meaning of 375 and 750 stamps, and the questions to ask when comparing gold jewellery.
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Different Types of Rings: A Guide to Shapes, Styles and Settings
Understand bands, signet rings, solitaire, halo and three-stone styles, plus toe rings. Compare design terms and decide what to check before buying.
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Buying a Gold Chain: Compare Length, Links, Weight and Clasp
Compare gold chains beyond the headline price: check length, link dimensions, stated weight, clasp and whether you intend to wear a pendant.
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An Emerald Ring Buying Checklist: Six Details to Compare
Compare emerald rings using six practical checks: size, setting, stone description, treatments, dimensions and maintenance expectations.
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Sapphire Jewellery Care: Cleaning, Treatments and Everyday Wear
Learn how to care for sapphire jewellery, why treatments affect cleaning, and what to check before choosing a ring or arranging a service.
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How to Match an Opal Pendant With a Chain
Check chain inclusion, clasp clearance, pendant dimensions and wearing length before pairing an opal pendant with a necklace.
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Ruby Jewellery Care: Check Treatments Before Cleaning
Learn how ruby treatments change cleaning advice, why filled rubies need extra care, and what to ask before servicing jewellery.
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Ball Earrings: How to Compare Diameter, Drop and Fittings
Learn how ball diameter differs from total earring drop, what to check about hooks and fittings, and how to compare gold ball earrings online.
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What Does 925 Mean on Sterling Silver Jewellery?
Learn what 925 sterling silver means, how to distinguish a fineness mark from a hallmark, and what to check before buying.
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How to Check Your Ring Size Before Buying Online
Use the Kaedesigns ring-size chart to check your measurements, understand sizing and ask our team about the right fit before ordering.
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August Birthstones: Where Peridot Fits and How to Choose It
Discover peridot’s place among August’s three birthstones and use colour, jewellery style and fit to choose a personal birthstone gift.
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Choosing a Citrine Jewellery Gift: Start With the Person
A practical decision guide to choosing a citrine jewellery gift: preferences, ring size, metal options, budget and the details to confirm before ordering.
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