#Hallmarks

9ct vs 18ct gold - what’s the difference? Scroll no further… here’s what you really need to know 💛👇 ✨ Hallmarks matter. Always check your jewellery for a stamp: ▫️ 18ct gold = 75% pure gold → stamped 750, 18ct, or 18k ▫️ 9ct gold = 37.5% gold → stamped 375, 9ct, or 9k I love working with 9ct gold - it’s more accessible than 18ct, which means I can use more of it. My pieces are solid, weighty, and built to last - never hollowed out. That said, I also work with 18ct gold, especially for custom creations that call for that extra richness and luxe feel ✨ 👉 Are you team 9ct or 18ct? Or maybe both? Let me know in the comments! ⬇️ #solidgoldjewellery #9ctgold #18ctgold #customjewellery #handmadegoldjewellery #hallmarks #goldfacts #newzealandjeweller #ethicaljewellery #heirloomjewellery #jewelleryeducation #jewellerydesigner #slowmade #goldsmith #jewelleryreel #finejewellery

Want to see a hallmark up close? John, our resident spoon expert, walks us through the hallmarks on an oversized sterling silver spoon that he commissioned to mark the birth of his grandson. The size makes every mark clear and easy to read, which is exactly what you want when you're learning. A unique piece, and a perfect introduction to how the hallmarking system works in practice. Come and visit us in the Vaults. Our specialists are always happy to walk you through the marks on any piece, and there's no better place to learn. The London Silver Vaults, Chancery Lane (Entrance at Southampton Buildings) Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 17:30 | Sat: 09:00 - 13:00 #hallmarks #sterlingsilver #antiquesilver #londonsilvervaults #chancerylane

Why some antique jewellery doesn’t have hallmarks: PART 3 If you have any questions about jewellery hallmarks, leave a comment and I’ll do my best to help 🥰 Worn or rubbed hallmarks are completely normal, and tell us that a ring was loved and worn by its previous owner, which is beautiful in its own way, and is part of its history. It’s a result of friction: the inside of the band rubbing against your finger and slowly, over the course of many years, wearing a tiny bit of gold away. Jewellery is made to be loved and worn, and some signs of that love and wear are to be expected, especially when something is over 100 years old! Both rings featured in this video are available to purchase via the link in my profile @thebonnebijouterie Bonnie 💜 #hallmarks #jewelleryfacts #jewelleryhistory #jewelryhistory #jewelleryreel #jewelryreels #jewelryreels #antiquering #antique #antiquejewelry #antiquejewellery #antiquejewelryaddiction #victorianring #diamondring #jewelleryaddict #vintagejewels #vintage #oldgold #goldrings

💫 Victorian Era 💫 UK Hallmarks 💫 Drop. Dead. Gorgeous

Hallmarks and Maker’s Marks are small stamped symbols on jewellery that provide key details about a piece. Hallmarks indicate the metal type and purity, as well as where and when the item was tested. Maker’s Marks identify the workshop or individual who created the piece. These markings help verify authenticity, quality, and origin. 📍Visit our showroom in Hatton Garden, London, to see our large collection of pieces with Hallmarks and Makers Marks, and discover each piece’s fascinating history. #makersmarks #hallmarks #antiquejewellery #vintagejewellery #jewellerymakersmarks #jewelleryhallmarks #hattongarden

I also wonder what they are now ? So many questions ??? This ring has just gone live on our website. The engraving can be kept, or we will remove ' free of charge '. Tap Product Link for details ✨️ #hallmarks #engraving #jewellerycollector jewellery #vintagejewelry #rings #emeraldring #goldsmith #engagementring #quotes

Experiments with shells, part three. Pendants and earrings. Silver and bronze and semi precious stones. #seashells #malcomappleby #handengraving #silverandgold #metalwork #pendants #lapis #starfish #malcolmapplebyengraving #aultbeag #thescottishgallery #taylorsonthehighstreet #thegoldsmithscompany #designgalleryuk #stylessilverhungerford #experiments #handengraving #engraving #semipreciousstones #bronze #edinburghassayoffice #hallmarks

🔍 How to Read Jewellery Hallmarks! ✨🏷️ . Ever spotted tiny stamps inside your jewellery and wondered what they mean? These hallmarks unlock your piece’s WHO, WHAT, WHERE, and WHEN! 💎 . 💎WHO made it? Look for a maker’s mark—usually initials or a logo of the jeweller.
💎 WHAT is it made of? Check for purity marks like ‘375’ (9ct gold) or ‘925’ (sterling silver).
💎 WHERE was it assayed? Symbols like the London Leopard 🐆 or Birmingham Anchor ⚓ reveal where it was tested!
💎 WHEN was it made? A date letter can pinpoint the exact year of assay—use a chart to decode it! . Next time you find a mystery hallmark, you’ll know exactly how to read it! 🕵️‍♀️💛 Tag a jewellery lover & save this for later! 👇✨ . Read our Guide to hallmarking to learn more 👇 www.lancastrianjewellers.com . #JewelleryHallmarks #AntiqueJewellery #HallmarkGuide #GoldJewellery #SilverJewellery #JewelleryHistory #VintageJewellery #lancastrianjewellers #hallmarks #howtoreadhallmarks

[SOLD] Not your average long guard… 😮‍💨🇫🇷💛 This INCREDIBLE French 18ct gold beauty is all in the details… from those rare angular dagger / sword-like links ⚔️ to the elegant bow connectors, pristine condition, and even her fabulous French hallmarks 👀✨ A seriously special piece that feels equal parts Belle Époque elegance and early Art Deco edge 😍 42.87g of pure magic… worn long, doubled, or charm-loaded 🔥 And just wait until you spot the rhino head mark 👏🦏 (my fellow hallmark lovers will understand 😏) Would you wear her long, layered, or loaded with pendants? 👇 . . . #antiquejewelry #frenchjewelry #goldchain #hallmarks #vintagejewelry

A fantastic antique boxed set of sterling silver handled, button hook and shoe horn, with plated steel tool…..has a full English Chester hallmark for date for 1912….a fine and elegant ‘set’ ….on sale now in my Etsy and EBay shops …. find direct links to each in my Instagram bio #silver #sterlingsilver #sterling #silverset #silversets #buttonhook #shoehorn #chester #hallmark #hallmarks #1912 #boxedset #antique #antiques #antiquity #silverware #vintage #vintageset #elegant #vintagestyle #vintageitem #vintageitems #vintageitemsforsale #collectible #collectibles #collectables #collectable #silvervintage

Nothing is more satisfying then a chunky antique hallmark ✨ #antique #antiquejewellery #antiquerings #vintagejewellery #hallmarks

In onze vijfdelige serie ontdek je álle geheimen over vintage ringen. ✨ 🔎 Deel 2: Leer de unieke vormen en stijlen die vintage ringen zo bijzonder maken. Kun jij de verschillende ring designs herkennen? Volg de serie en word zelf in no time een echte vintage ring expert! 💎

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