Whenever man has found gold he has fashioned it into a jewel, worn it as a symbol of status or power, or given gold jewellery as a public declaration or intimate celebration of his love to a woman who has then worn it, loved it and handed it down through countless generations.

Here is a little inspiration from the past, from precious objects which transcend time; from a handful of today’s designer-goldsmiths who define their art. Together with practical information about the caratage, colour and care of gold you can choose your next gold jewellery with confidence, knowing that you carry on the traditions of centuries in a piece that may be treasured for centuries to come.