updates from our workshop

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Gem-hunting at Inhorgenta 2024

McCauls gem-hunting trip to Inhorgenta 2024.

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Amethyst pendant and earrings - it started with stunning gemstones and a sketch

Take a look behind the scenes at the process of making our most recent commission, an amethyst pendant and earrings.

McCaul Goldsmith platinum and 18ct yellow and rose gold Eternity Bands with pavé set diamonds

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A walk through some of our favourite McCaul Eternity Rings...

McCaul Goldsmiths Eternity Ring Collection

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Fairtrade Spotlight: Wennick-Lefèvre

In tandem with the launch of our Fairtrade collection we have partnered with Wennick–Lefèvre, a gem company that specialises in natural and respons...

Fairtrade Red Gold and Argyle Cognac Diamond Wave Ring

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The origin of McCaul's Fairtrade Jewellery Collection

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Spinels - The Jewellery Industry's Hidden “Spark”

Spinel - derived from the Greek work “spark” is the best kept secret of the jewellery industry. For thousands of years this precious gemstone was m...

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Shop redesign launch party

Our open evening and launch party was a great success. On Wednesday we opened our doors to celebrate the redesign of our shop and workshop and show...

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The McCaul workshop has a fresh new look

McCaul Goldsmiths has just reopened with a new look shop and jewellery workshop. We’ve been working on a refit over the past month and its been gre...

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White gold and platinum - what are the differences?

White gold and platinum are the most sought after white metals for fine jewellery, but what are the differences? If you’re not sure read on. The go...

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Jewellery Tools of the Trade: Dividers

Dividers are essential for jewellery making and diamond setting and we've collected quite a few pairs so far. In fact, over the years we have amass...

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A visit to one of Ireland's hidden gems

On a recent weekend away in Ireland David paid a visit to goldsmith Erwin Springbrunn who is also one of the finest gem cutters in Europe.Erwin is ...

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Coloured gemstones and pearls from Inhorgenta

David and Barry have just returned from their annual pilgrimage to the Inhorgenta fair in Munich. Hundreds of exhibitors assemble each year at Inho...