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Because of in-depth knowledge of Diamonds, diamond ring and wedding band design
The Diamond Forum offers a unique way to ask those simple or difficult questions on all subject related to diamonds and diamond jewellery.
The Diamond Forum is sponsored by The Wedding Ring Shop and diamond expert Martin McSorley who was recently featured in The Daily Telegraph is on hand to answer those difficult, or technical queries you may have.
In addition to the expert advice that will be on hand you will be able to go on line and chat to other Diamond Forum users.
And it doesn't stop there! you will be able to exchange views and review other bridal related businesses.Recommend a supplier or tell us a great tip you found helpful when getting engaged or Married.
Here are some already live forums. Click on an have a look or post us a question. |
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Diamonds
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Discuss or read about the world's most famous diamonds .
The 4C's
Learn and discuss more about this important subject and why its so important when choosing a diamond.
Palladium
Learn more or post us a question on this subject.
Metals
White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Palladium |
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Mc Sorley’s Wedding Ring Shop was formed in 2004 as part of Dunluce Jewellery Ltd. With over 20 years experience in the Jewellery sector Martin McSorley is held in highest regard for his creative designs and innovative idea’s in the jewellery industry .
“I am very excited for the future of the jewellery industry as a whole there are some very interesting and exciting things are happening out there."
Many of our designs are created as one off pieces but we also work alongside some of the UK’s leading manufacturers. |
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We are excited that Bien Wedding Rings now forms part of our range.
Whether your just looking for something simple, or if your wedding ring or engagement requires us to design it for you in our Design Studio we will endeavour to create you something special to behold and should it be required we will even produce you a Free Wax Model first to help you decide.”
Why not come and see us soon you can arrange an appointment by clicking here Appointment Maker
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| Read our latest article Featured in Yorkshire Brides Magazine on Diamonds and Palladium click here |
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| Latest News - Palladium Wedding Rings |
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www.palladiumweddingrings.co.uk
All questions answered about Palladium. The re-introduction of this new metal is prompting many questions and is seen as an exciting metal to work with for the future.
Here are some interesting facts
Why Palladium instead of White Gold?
The weight of 950 palladium wedding bands is very close to that of 14k white gold wedding bands. However, palladium wedding bands will stay white forever, never needing the “renewed whitening” from rhodium plating that white gold requires. Palladium wedding bands are the perfect choice for those with sensitivity to nickel because they are nickel free and hypoallergenic - unlike white gold wedding bands. Palladium is an extremely rare metal, much more so than gold. It is one of the whitest of all metals and consequently yields wedding bands of extraordinary and uncommon beauty. Plus, palladium wedding bands are incredibly durable and virtually tarnish proof.
White gold is not a true white metal like platinum or palladium. It is made by mixing pure yellow gold with other white metals like zinc and nickel to change its colour to white. As a result, it usually has a slight yellowish tint. To enhance the whiteness of white gold jewellery it is electroplated with another precious metal called rhodium. Rhodium is very white, reflective, extremely hard and virtually tarnish free, so it's the perfect protective coating for a white gold ring. However, rhodium coatings wear off gradually. Many people choose to have their rings re-plated with rhodium. Others love their rings with the natural not-quite-white look of white gold.
TWRS have the launched of a new website for Palladium Products www.palladiumweddingrings.co.uk |
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We were delighted to see Kerry Reece & Kieron Molyes tie the knot recently and what's more we were even happier that they have made the journey up form London to Kieron's hometown of Leeds to come and see us at McSorley's wedding ring shop in Leeds.
Kieron was one of the very first customer of our's to choose a celtic wedding band from our newest collection. Kerry's ring was very special too it was designed at McSorley's Wedding Ring Shop in Leeds and was the custom made to fit her engagement ring. We think they were happy! this is what the new Mr & Mrs Moyles said about us
"Just to say a huge thank you for the amazing rings we ordered from you in April for our wedding at the end of May. Not only were they absolutely perfect, but the level of service we got from you was incredible - we felt completely reassured every step of the way, which was a real bonus at such a manic time! We got lots of compliments on the rings on the day, especially on the intricate work on Kieron's platinum celtic band. It also made my hen weekend when you were able to drop both rings round to me in person while I was up in Leeds - something you really didn't have to do, but made the whole thing really really special.
Thanks again. Kerry & Kieron Moyles" |
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| Kieron with his Family on Family Fortunes. Kieron is the handsome one on far right. |
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Press Release
From www.palladiumweddingrings.co.uk
The Assay Office to hallmark Palladium Official
We are pleased to announce that The Assay Office has finally granted the metal Palladium an official hallmark.
When will Palladium Hallmarks be available.
Palladium hallmarking was introduced on a voluntary basis from 22nd July 2009. The 4 UK hallmarking offices will be able to apply the new legally recognised Palladium Hallmark on articles from this date.
From the 1st January 2010 the hallmarking of Palladium will become compulsory.
Over 5000 articles have been hallmarked in the first few week of the Palladium Hallmark being granted. This has mostly been Palladium wedding rings. |
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The Pictorial symbol for Palladium will be Pallas Atherne, the Greek Goddess of War, Wisdom and Crafts, and after whom Palladium was named. The mark had being designed especially for use as part of the Palladium Hallmark, this is optional.
Consumer and trade demand for palladium has been on the increase, especially following the record prices of gold and platinum in first half of 2008. Palladium is one of the platinum-group metals. It is tarnish-resistant, white and durable, and due to its low density, designers can produce stunning pieces that are lighter and more affordable than platinum. |
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Michael Allchin, chief executive of The Birmingham Assay Office, said, “Palladium provides a new opportunity for the jewellery trade. Designs which may have been impossibly heavy or expensive in platinum can be very attractive and commercially viable in palladium. There are already some stunning palladium pieces on the market; the reassurance of a U.K. hallmark will give the consumer added protection and confidence when purchasing palladium jewellery, and we expect this to be a significant growth area for the jewellery industry.”
U.K. hallmarking has been in practice for more than 700 years. No piece of fine jewellery can be sold as silver, platinum or gold in the country unless it has been hallmarked. The mark has three compulsory symbols: the sponsors mark, identifying who submitted the piece, the town mark, indicating which Assay Office hallmarked it, and the fineness mark, which denotes its purity. |
