Education & Guides

Guides to gemstones, gold and how fine jewellery is made, written to help you choose well and look after what you love.

How it's made

• Handmade vs cast: what each method involves, and when each is used.

Choosing your piece

• Earth-sourced vs lab-grown diamonds: how they compare on value, traceability and beauty.
• Ring sizing guide: find your size, with a chart for Australian, UK and US sizes.

Caring for your jewellery

• Care and repairs: resizing, servicing and looking after your piece.

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