How can you ensure you are buying a genuine original antique and not a replica? Many traditional antique styles are reproduced today, and some are so cleverly executed they could outwit even the most savvy of buyers. Megan Austin discusses the intricacies involved when attempting to separate an antique from a replica.
Read MoreSetting a gemstone might look like a simple enough task to a casual observer, however in reality this job requires extensive experience, good problem-solving skills and good old-fashioned nerves of steel. The setter is one of the last technicians to work on a piece of jewellery and so must work well under intense pressure, usually in the midst of a super-busy workshop. Megan Austin explains.
Read MoreYou've just spent endless hours researching a stunning diamond for the most significant purchase of your adult life - an engagement ring. So make sure that the quality of your setting is worthy of your diamond and not just an afterthought.
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