Novelty Act
Cuff links make the perfect present for gents and as the festive season approaches; here [...]
Oct
Sparkle, Fire & Brilliance
What makes a Diamond so sparkly? What people refer to as ‘sparkle’ is a phenomenon [...]
Sep
Wedded Bliss
Once the ‘Big Day’ is all over one of the most enduring memories from your [...]
Aug
There’s Gold in them there drawers!
We all open drawers from time to time and think: ‘Oh I’d forgotten I even [...]
Jun
Who’s a pretty birdie?
Images of birds have been portrayed throughout history and often carried symbolic meaning : in [...]
May
Art Nouveau Era
The Art Nouveau designers drew their inspiration from Nature and organic forms. This rare swivel [...]
May
Aquamarine – the Water of the Sea and March’s birthstone
As we enter March and the beginning of Spring; the associated gemstone is the beautiful [...]
Mar
Cobra -a design icon of Georg Jensen Living
The German designer Constantin Wortmann who studied in Munich collaborated with Georg Jensen to create [...]
Feb
Sweethearts and Lovehearts
With St Valentine’s Day fast approaching; thoughts turn to romantically themed gifts for our loved [...]
Feb
Lalique Inspiration
Rene Lalique famously drew inspiration for his celebrated designs from what might be referred to [...]
Dec
The Timeless Allure of Pearls
The Ama were female pearl divers from Japan renowned for their exceptional ability to hold [...]
Nov
Get that magic sparkle for Christmas!
We are all starting to think about presents for that special person in our lives [...]
Nov
A Christmas to treasure!
Every year Danish Design Co Georg Jensen issue a range of Christmas decorations to celebrate [...]
Nov
Can’t think of anything you’d like for Christmas this year?
When you’re next asked ‘What do you want for Christmas this year? and you’re stuck [...]
Oct
The Highest Accolade!
When it comes to cultured pearls; the epithet Aurora Hanadama represents the very rarest quality [...]
Oct
Things that go bump in the night…
At D J Massey & Son we stock a comprehensive range of enameled silver cuff [...]
Oct
Hallowe’en, Jack O’Lanterns and Shooting Stars
Beyond the Autumn Equinox; the festival of Hallowe’en is traditionally associated with the colours of [...]
Oct
“Man’s Best Friend”
The UK are known as a nation of dog lovers – from hunky Newfoundlands to [...]
Sep
“A Glimpse of Daylight”
A dazzling array of coloured enamels evoking the Art Nouveau movement feature in our jewellery [...]
Sep
Valentine’s Day Fast Approaching
San Valentino di Terni – the 3rd Century Roman Saint – is associated with the [...]
Jan
Looking for that perfect ring..?
At D.J Massey & Son we make all our own diamond engagement rings, sourcing top [...]
Nov
‘Tis the Season to be thinking about gifts
It’s rapidly approaching that time of the year when our thoughts turn to choosing gifts [...]
Oct
Treacle Town
Macclesfield’s ‘Treacle Market takes place once again this Sunday 29th with an array of stalls [...]
Oct
Carat/Karat?
Ever wondered why we refer to 22ct gold for example? Or a 1 carat diamond? [...]
Jul
Macclesfield is Treacle Town
Macclesfield is also known as Treacle Town and every last Sunday of the month; D. [...]
Jan
May – Emerald Birthstone
May’s birthstone by tradition is the Emerald – the green variety of precious Beryl. Emeralds [...]
Jun