Published: 04/03/2022

March Birthstone - The Captivating Aquamarine

Aquamarine, the birthstone of March, has a rich colour and has long been a symbol of youth, health and hope. It's mesmerizing colour ranges from pale to deep blue and is reminiscent of the sea. It is said to bring a calming, soothing, and cleansing nature – with its usual pale blue colour we can see why – as well as this, it inspires truth, trust and letting go.

The name Aquamarine comes from the Latin aqua marinus, meaning 'water of the sea' and refers to its sparkling ocean-like colour, and the stones themselves were thought to protect seafarers. The Ancient Romans believed that the god Neptune found the first Aquamarine gemstone that had washed up on the shore after it had fell out of a sirens jewellery box!

A perfect birthstone for March, the aquamarine creates a beautiful accent to spring and summer wardrobes. Click here to browse our beautiful Aquamarine collection!

Published: 13/10/2021

October Birthstone is Opal - The perfect gift

Opal the stunning stone for October

As the season’s change, it seems fitting that ‘opal’ translates in Greek terms to ‘see a change of colour’, the perfect description for both a gemstone that radiates a rainbow of colours and the colourful change in seasons.

Opal's are our beautiful stone of the month; representing the birth stone for October. The name 'Opal' derives from from the Latin “Opalus” and the Greek “Opallios”, meaning 'precious stone'. This milky, multicoloured and eyecatching stone acts as a traditional and timeless stone, worn by women and men of all ages.

One thing you probably didn't know about this stone is that the finest family of Opal contains every colour of the rainbow. This stone also represents hope and innocence, which are connotations of the pure milky white base colour the stones are usually made up of. The term 'Opal' also depicts 'changing of colour', making it a really unique stone to possess because no two are the same!

Did you know that it was Queen Victoria’s favourite gemstone was Opal! She had sapphires, rubies and diamonds from all over the British empire but fell in love with the intoxicating colours of Opals, and we hope you do too!

Shop our Opal collection here to explore our different styles and colours of this classic stone.

Published: 07/10/2021

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Watch 116520

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Watch 116520

What a watch!

This piece has recently had a full Rolex service, it has been completley unworn since the service meaning it is in a fantastic condition. This watch has proven to be a brilliant investment over the years, the Rolex Daytona is the most sought after Rolex model out there at the moment.

This particular piece is also very collectable as it has a rare error on the dial as there is a gap between COSMOGR and the APH, these versions of the Rolex Daytona have been nicknamed the 'APH dial'.

Experience the Cosmograph Daytona.

Published: 07/10/2021

You provide the Moment - We'll provide the Sparkle

Jewellery is a wonderful way of keeping memories alive…

2020 and 2021 will be years we will all remember, for various reasons. For some bringing families together but for others losing family members. Many of our customers regularly say – ‘this piece of jewellery is sentimental’. They remember their Grandparents or parents wearing a piece of jewellery and fond memories come flooding back – memories of licking a bowl out after making cakes, or remembering your mum receiving that eternity ring for her birthday, your Grandfather reading stories to you as a child and seeing the ring he was wearing as he turned the pages as you ‘Went on a Bear Hunt’.

These items are passed down from generation to generation for them to enjoy.

We at Segal’s can restore jewellery, make it look as it did when it was first given. Did your Grandparent or Parent give you a ring that you wish to wear?

We can also provide those one off items for you to pass on to your children or grand-children. A gold locket to hold the photo that they love and keep it close to their heart, a signet ring to engrave with initials for your children to cherish forever!

Many of our vintage pieces are one of a kind, so buy vintage when you see it as you might never find the same thing again.

Segal’s Jewellers have been in business for over 100 years and we are here for you now.

You Provide The Moment – We Provide The Memory

Published: 02/11/2020

November Birthstone - The Topaz

Topaz is the birthstone for November

Blue Topaz is given in celebration of your 4th Wedding Anniversary

Often associated with loyalty and love, this beautiful gemstone represents eternal romance and friendship. It also symbolises honesty, clarity of feelings and deep emotional attachment.

This semi-precious gemstone is believed to promote truth and forgiveness in those who wear it. Blue Topaz can also be helpful for healing hurt feelings and calming frayed nerves as it promotes harmony and relaxation.

Did you know that there is no set colour for this gem stone. Topaz comes in a variety of shades and contrasting colours such as: yellow, brown, honey, green, pink and more commonly, cool aqua blues. The variety of shades the Topaz stone possesses makes it a really interesting stone to invest in. Plus, it makes that November birthday present for the one you love a whole lot easier to buy, because the colour isn't limited!

It is said that the ancient Egyptians and Romans associated the Topaz stone with the sun. They believed God made the sun - a source of protecting and healing qualities and therefore associated these qualities with this unique stone. It is also believed that the Topaz stone brings luck and enchantment, making it a perfect gift for the one you love.

Shop our vast collection of Topaz pieces here, and decide for yourself which colour Topaz defines the stone for you.