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Where Does Our Metal Come From And Where Is Every Piece Made?

Where Is Our Jewellery Made?

These are two questions we are always happy to answer plainly, because we think you should know exactly where your jewellery comes from before you buy it. Key Takeaways Every piece of JGT jewelle...

Handmade sterling silver ring

Does Sterling Silver Tarnish?

This is a fair question, and one we think deserves a proper answer rather than a vague reassurance. When you spend money on a handmade piece of jewellery, you are entitled to know exactly what kind...

Silver Necklace & Earring Sets

The Best Handmade Silver Jewellery Sets to Gift

Choosing a single piece of jewellery for someone can feel like enough of a decision. Choosing a jewellery set is something else entirely. When it works, it is one of the most generous and considere...

John Garland-Taylor Handmade Jewellery

How to Layer Necklaces Without Tangling: A Complete Guide

Layered necklaces look effortless in photographs and on the people who seem to wear them naturally. In practice, most people who try it end up with a tangled knot by lunchtime and a single chain wo...

How to Choose Earrings for Your Face Shape - John Garland-Taylor Jewellery

How to Choose Earrings for Your Face Shape

Earrings sit closer to your face than almost any other piece of jewellery, which makes them surprisingly powerful at shaping how your features are perceived. The right pair can soften strong angles...

9ct gold jewellery

Here's the truth about 9ct Gold: What's the difference between 9ct, 18ct and plated and why it matters

If you have spent any time shopping for gold jewellery you have almost certainly come across the numbers 9ct and 18ct without anyone properly explaining what they mean. You may have also seen "gold...

Handmade solid sterling silver bangle

What Jewellery Should the Mother of the Bride Wear?

You've found the outfit and the shoes are sorted, now comes the question nobody warned you would be harder than all of it. What jewellery do you wear to your child's wedding? We understand that you...

What Should I Gift The Woman Who Has Everything

What Should I Gift The Woman Who Has Everything?

You know the feeling well. Her birthday is approaching and you’re racking your brain trying to decide on the perfect present. Not another candle. Not a voucher she will forget to use. Not something...

Is Jewellery a Good Gift for Her?

Is Jewellery a Good Gift for Her? Everything You Need to Know

People have been giving jewellery as gifts for thousands of years. And yet every year, thousands of people still hesitate. They may be wondering if it's too risky, too personal or simply too hard t...

How to Stack Rings Like a Jeweller

How to Stack Rings Like a Jeweller: For Everyday Wear

Finding ring stacks that look beautiful without feeling bulky, too 'messy' or uncomfortable can be surprisingly tricky.  You want to find rings that work together, don’t pinch, and still feel like ...

How should a bangle fit on my wrist for comfort?

How Should a Bangle Fit? A British Jeweller’s Guide to Comfort and Confidence.

When jewellery fits properly, it should become part of your identity. At JGT Jewellery we purposefully create handmade jewellery that slips into your everyday wear, and stands out when it catches t...

Chunky Jewellery is making a comeback

The Rise of Chunky Jewellery: 2026 Trends You’ll See Everywhere

Jewellery is getting bolder. After years of delicate, minimal pieces, 2026 is all about chunky jewellery that makes a statement. From sculptural bangles to stacked rings and layered necklaces, this...

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