How strange is the world at the moment? We’ve had to say a (temporary ) goodbye to our beautiful shops and it’s been heartwarming to have so many of you get in touch to see how we are and to let us know that you’re thinking of us. We’re missing you all lots. One of the many things we enjoy about having shops is meeting people and hearing their stories. We are very fortunate. We…
Continue readingNOMINATION ITALY: FLORENTINE ARTISAN TRADITION Following in the footsteps of past generations of Florentine goldsmiths, Nomination continues its Italian heritage of expert artisanal craftsmanship, and combines tradition with the latest technology to create a uniquely Italian style. Nomination jewellery is one-of-a-kind, thanks to traditional artisanal production techniques, cutting-edge technical solutions and the use of high-quality materials. Expertise, patience, creativity and dedication are the cornerstones of Made in Italy, and Nomination embodies these values and takes…
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Continue readingOur very special Unicorn pieces add a touch of distinction to what’s on offer at Acorn. At Acorn we work with small independent designers and silversmiths. Often we will find a piece of jewellery that is a ‘one off’. A piece of jewellery can be a ‘one off’ for various reasons, for example, the designer has made a few trial pieces before deciding which to expand into a collection. Often a gemstone is used which…
Continue readingThroughout our lovely website you will see us use the term ‘Sterling Silver’. Sterling Silver is silver marked as 925 which means that out of every 1,000 parts of metal at least 925 of those parts are silver. Silver is alloyed with other metals to make it easier to work with and the accepted standard in the UK is 925.
Continue readingIn our ‘Acorn Answers’ blog posts we will endeavour to share our expertise from the jewellery world to help you in choosing your perfect piece of jewellery. In this blog post we’all be having a look at White Gold and answering some of our most frequently asked questions. So put the kettle on and pop your feet up while we chat about White Gold. White Gold has grown in popularity over the past few decades…
Continue readingFrom a cameo part as accent Diamonds to a starring roll in ‘Sex and the City’ Black Diamonds are a sparkling enigma that hold a curiosity for many. So what should you know about Black Diamonds? In this ‘Acorn Answers’ blog post we’ll offer you some insider information about this most unusual stone. How do Black Diamonds get their colour? Most naturally coloured Black Diamonds get their colour from minute mineral inclusion such as graphite,…
Continue readingIn our ‘Acorn Answers’ blog posts we’ll help you to decide on the perfect jewellery for you by sharing our insider knowledge and top tips from the jewellery world. In this post we’re going to chat about Palladium so put the kettle on, grab a biscuit (or two) and settle down for a nice read. If you have further questions about Palladium, feel free to Contact Us and ask away! Used in jewellery since 1939 Palladium experienced…
Continue readingYour Wedding Ring is the most important piece of jewellery you will ever wear. The circle, representing eternity, is worn on the third finger of the left hand, a tradition that stems from the ancient Egyptians who believed this finger held a vein that led directly to the heart. So, how to choose the perfect ring? The first rule is there are no rules (Hooray! That’s my favourite rule!) Many people who pop in to…
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