Author Archives: Douglas Bond

How To Find Your Birthstone – Complete Birthstone Guide

Red Ruby gemstone Round Cut, close up shot

For centuries, birthstones have been cherished by many. The concept of birthstones is simple (each month of the year is represented by a unique precious or semi-precious gemstone), but their symbolism is complex and diverse, with each stone demonstrating unique meanings and significance related to folklore, ancient history and symbolism. Birthstones are fascinating both as […]

Bonds The Jewellers’ Top Sentimental Mother’s Day Gifts

Daughter hugs mother

Mother’s Day is fast approaching on Sunday 30th March 2025, and the occasion marks the perfect opportunity to show your Mum just how much you care. Whether shopping for a new Mum, Grandmother, or another female figure in your life, choosing a Mother’s Day gift that is sentimental and meaningful can be tricky. Undoubtedly, you […]

5 Reasons To Get Your Jewellery Professionally Valued

senior lady handling jewellery from jewellery box

Whether it’s a family treasure, milestone gift, or personal investment, our jewellery holds a special and incomparable place in our hearts. Our precious items are rich in both sentimental and monetary worth, yet the process of truly understanding this significance and getting jewellery professionally valued is often overlooked. Even if you have no intention of […]