Anniversary jewellery at Smith Green Jewellers merits careful consideration

Understand the heritage that shapes anniversary gifting Anniversary gifting began as a public salute to endurance and evolved into a private celebration centred on meaning and memory. The shift mirrors the way marriage itself moved from a social contract to a personal partnership. Knowing this background clarifies why anniversary jewellery carries such weight for couples […]
Sapphire Jewellery has Increased Demand in the UK.

The UK has a deep appetite for colour, personal meaning, and verified quality. That mix explains why sapphire engagement rings have moved from niche to headline choice across Hatton Garden and beyond. Buyers want a gemstone that stands up to daily wear, offers variety from blue to pink and teal, and comes with clear disclosure […]
August birthstones Peridot Spinel and Sardonyx in 2025

August is one of the few months that gives you three distinct gemstones with heritage, personality, and strong value for modern collectors. August birthstones speak to different tastes, yet all carry stories that connect antiquity with contemporary design. Peridot glows with a fresh green that reads as sunlight on the wrist or finger. Spinel moves […]
Value and Virtue of the Vintage Engagement Ring

In a marketplace ruled by short‑lived trends and automated production lines, choosing an engagement ring is anything but trivial. Couples search for a symbol that mirrors their story and will stand the test of decades. The vintage engagement ring answers that brief with uncommon clarity. Buying one is not merely a transaction; it is an […]
Top 10 Alternative Gemstones for Unique Engagement Rings

For generations, diamonds reigned supreme as the definitive symbol of betrothal. From glossy advertisements to Hollywood proposals, their dominance in engagement culture was largely unquestioned. But today, an unmistakable shift is taking place. A growing number of couples are consciously stepping away from this tradition, gravitating instead towards alternative gemstones that better reflect their individuality, […]