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Sapphire: The September Birthstone

For those who are born in, or love someone who is born in September, sapphire is the significant birthstone for you. Sapphires have been adored for...

Behind the scenes

Gem-hunting at Inhorgenta 2024

McCauls gem-hunting trip to Inhorgenta 2024.

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Sapphires - a rainbow of colours

Sapphires - not just a blue gemstone, explore the range of colours that sapphires can be found in.

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

Behind the scenes

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

McCaul Goldsmiths Eternity Ring Collection

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Setting types explained

Commissioning a piece of jewellery and you're not sure what all the different setting types are? Read on for explanations and examples...

Behind the scenes

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

Behind the scenes

The origin of McCaul's Fairtrade Jewellery Collection

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Inhorgenta 2022

While there are many jewellery trade shows that offer all sorts, Inhorgenta is a must every year for McCauls. Held in Munich over a few days, hundr...

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Fitted, shaped or contoured wedding bands

A fitted or shaped wedding band is designed to follow the contours of your engagement ring, so that the two rings fit closely together to form a pe...

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What are champagne and cognac diamonds and why should you choose one?

You have likely heard of champagne and cognac diamonds, but what are they, what gives them their colour and why would you choose them over a white ...