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We’ve teamed up with Klarna to provide flexible payment options, allowing you to shop the way you want. With Klarna, you can split your payment into 3 instalments or choose to pay later, making your shopping experience smoother and more convenient. Your order total must be between £100 and £499 to qualify.
July 23, 2021 | by Admin
It is law within the UK that every item of precious metal sold such as Platinum, Gold, Silver is stamped labelling the item with the type of metal it is. Platinum pieces which weigh less than 0.5 grams, 18ct Gold and Palladium pieces weighing less than 1.0 gram and Silver pieces weighing less than 7.78 grams are except from hallmark.
At Diamonds Factory all our products are hallmarked as per UK hallmarking law from London Assay Office (The GoldSmith Company)
The Goldsmiths' Company Assay Office is the oldest assay office in the United Kingdom. It has provided hallmarking services since The Goldsmiths' Company was founded in the 1300s. The company received its royal charter in 1327 and ranks 5th in order of precedence of the 12 Great Livery Companies of the City of London.
Hallmarking dates back to the 1300s when Edward I of England passed a law requiring any item made of silver, which was offered for sale, to be at least of equal quality as that of the coin of the realm (silver currency). The wardens of The Goldsmiths' Company were tasked with visiting workshops in the City of London to assay (test) silver articles. If these articles were found to be below standard they were originally destroyed and the metal forfeited to the King. If they passed, each article received the King's mark of authentication - the mark of a leopard's head. By 1478, there were several hundred workshops and merchants manufacturing silver articles in the City of London. It was not possible for the wardens to visit them all so the merchants were ordered to bring their items to Goldsmiths' Hall for testing and marking and a permanent Assay Office was established in the building. This is the origin of the term hallmark - struck with the King's mark at Goldsmiths' Hall.
In 1544 the Goldsmith's Company adopted the King's mark as their town mark and the mark of the leopard's head is now internationally recognised as the mark of this assay office.
The Goldsmiths's Company Assay Office is still based at Goldsmiths's Hall and remains the oldest company in Britain to be continually trading from the same site. However, it also has two satellite offices; at Greville Street in Hatton Garden in the heart of the London jewellery quarter and within a high security complex near London's Heathrow airport. It now has a new off-site facility within the Dalston-based jewellery manufacturer, Allied Gold. This is the first time in the Assay Office's 700 year history that it has opened permanent hallmarking services on a customer's premises.
In addition to hallmarking, the office has now expanded its range of services to support the jewellery trade and enforcement authorities. It offers a variety of specialist analytical services including nickel, lead & cadmium testing, antique silver dating, non-destructive compositional analysis, plating thickness measurement and a melt and assay service for scrap precious metal carried out in their fully independent on-site laboratory. Other services offered are a jewellery valuation service, laser marking, trading standards assistance, high quality photography and a comprehensive range of training and educational seminars, lectures and specialist events.
Elegant, charming and full of sparkle, diamond drop earrings have long been a favourite eveningwear accessory. From delicate diamond drop earrings to statement styles, there is something to suit everyone. But how to wear drop earrings? We share our suggestions in this article.
Can diamond earrings be worn every day?
Yes, diamond earrings are perfect for wearing every day. The most popular earrings for everyday wear are studs - however, super delicate diamond drop earrings are versatile enough to take you from day to night.
How do you wear diamond drop earrings?
Diamond drop earrings are better worn alone to allow their true beauty to shine through. As they are typically ornate or statement in style, they deserve to be the main piece of jewellery within any given look. However, how you choose to style diamond drop earrings should be determined based on their style. For example, delicate and statement pieces work better with different outfits and occasions. Here are some suggestions on how to wear different types of drop earrings.
1. Delicate floral drop earrings
Delicate floral drop earrings add a trendy boho finish to any outfit. While the intricate diamonds add a hint of sparkle, the twists of the nature-inspired designs add a feminine charm. Pair with a maxi dress, sandals and a straw bag for elegant holiday styling.
2. Romantic heart drop earrings
Beautiful heart diamond drop earrings add a touch of romance to a date night outfit. From dainty heart drop earrings to more elaborate styles, a pretty pair looks just as beautiful worn with a little black dress as it does with a silky blouse and a bold red lip.
3. Colourful gemstone drop earrings
For a vibrant and refreshing look, add a pair of colourful gemstone drop earrings. Oval drop earrings tend to be favoured most for gemstones. Choose from ruby, emerald or sapphire, depending on your taste, and pair with a contrasting colour-block outfit for a modern finish that will boost your style credentials.
4. Dazzling halo drop earrings
There is no better way to add drama to your outfit than with a pair of dazzling halo drop earrings. Pear drop earrings tend to be the most popular. This statement style provides plenty of sparkle and is beautifully elegant - team with your favourite monochrome outfit for a high-fashion appearance.
5. Vintage style drop earrings
Vintage style drop earrings are an easy way to add an antique finish to your look. Typically combining clusters of diamonds in an antique style setting, vintage style drop earrings provide the perfect companion to a floral summer dress and vintage shades.
Diamond drop earrings provide plenty of styling options and add an elegant touch to any outfit. Contact us if you need help finding the perfect pair.