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Yellow vs White vs Rose Gold: Which Suits Your Skin Tone?

Yellow, white and rose gold are all genuine gold – the difference is simply what the gold is blended with,...

Is Solid Gold Worth It? The Cost-Per-Wear Maths
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Is Solid Gold Worth It? The Cost-Per-Wear Maths

Solid gold costs more than costume or plated jewellery – there’s no getting around it. But “expensive” and “good value”...

Can You Shower, Swim & Sleep in Solid Gold?
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Can You Shower, Swim & Sleep in Solid Gold?

One of the quiet joys of solid gold is that you can mostly forget you’re wearing it. But if you’re...

Solid Gold vs Gold-Filled vs Gold-Plated: What's the Difference?
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Solid Gold vs Gold-Filled vs Gold-Plated: What's the Difference?

“Gold” on a jewellery label can mean very different things – and the difference decides whether a piece lasts a...

9ct vs 14ct vs 18ct Gold: A UK Buyer's Guide
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9ct vs 14ct vs 18ct Gold: A UK Buyer's Guide

If you’re shopping for gold jewellery in the UK, you’ll almost always meet three numbers: 9ct, 14ct and 18ct (also...

Does Gold Turn Your Skin Green? The Truth About Hypoallergenic Gold
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Does Gold Turn Your Skin Green? The Truth About Hypoallergenic Gold

It’s one of the most common worries we hear: “Will this turn my skin green?” If you’ve ever taken off...

How to Tell if Gold Is Real: A Buyer's Guide to Hallmarks
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How to Tell if Gold Is Real: A Buyer's Guide to Hallmarks

Buying fine jewellery online asks something of you: a little trust. You can't weigh the piece in your hand or...

How to Care for Solid Gold Jewellery So It Lasts a Lifetime
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How to Care for Solid Gold Jewellery So It Lasts a Lifetime

One of the quiet joys of solid gold jewellery is how little it asks of you. Unlike plated or costume...