Before thinking about stones or settings, start with the person who will wear the ring. Consider how your partner dresses day-to-day, the jewellery they already own and how practical the ring needs to be. Someone with an active lifestyle may prefer a lower-set ring, while someone drawn to statement jewellery might enjoy a more sculptural design. An engagement ring should feel natural to wear, not something that needs to be 'saved' for special occasions.

In this article we explore the history of sweetheart brooches. Sweetheart brooches emerged during the First World War, worn as reminders of loved ones serving away from home. Intended to bridge the physical and emotional distance between soldiers at the front and those waiting for them, they would be worn until a man’s return and carried a sense of hope and expectation. One that was, heartbreakingly, not always fulfilled.

As the leaves fall and winter approaches, the November birthstones, topaz and citrine, bring warmth to the season. With their sparkling golden hues, these stones offer a welcome glow as the days grow shorter.

Pearls are one of the oldest gemstones known to mankind. Unlike most other gems, pearls are organic and come from living molluscs. Their beauty and rarity have long inspired fascination, making them a symbol of luxury that has crossed centuries and cultures.

At Thomas Glover, we have a beautiful selection of rare and unusual antique and vintage diamond jewellery. Featuring diamonds cut by hand long before modern cutting techniques, each stone is beautiful and has its own character.