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The Vernier Scale – Precision Through the Centuries

Discover the history of the Vernier scale, from Pierre Vernier’s 1631 invention to the digital calipers used in handmade jewellery today.

Through the Garden Gate

Claire Howard

May 8, 2024

The Victorians and their insects!

Claire Howard

April 26, 2024

The Buzz on Bees

Claire Howard

April 19, 2024

Diamonds are forever...

Claire Howard

April 15, 2024

Faberge Easter Eggs

Claire Howard

March 28, 2024

Twiggy's Bangle

Claire Howard

March 25, 2024

Friendship and Workshops

Claire Howard

March 18, 2024

"Fashion Changes but style endures" Coco Chanel

Claire Howard

March 8, 2024

Women's Rights and Amethysts

Claire Howard

February 2, 2024

February is a great month to celebrate Women's right to vote and beautiful gemstones too

Jewellery Trends 2024

Claire Howard

January 15, 2024

How about varying your jewellery wearing style for 2024? Have a read about the newest trends and how you could achieve them...

Pocket Treasures

Claire Howard

June 12, 2023

Top 5 facts about silver

Claire Howard

October 28, 2022

Shellabrating the Norfolk Coast!

Claire Howard

October 12, 2022

Should I buy matching jewellery?

Claire Howard

May 12, 2022

Should you invest in an expensive piece of jewellery?

Claire Howard

April 29, 2022