Gold Jewellery

Gold was one of the first metals to be mined because it commonly occurred in its native form, it was beautiful and exquisite objects could be made from it. Artisans of ancient civilizations used gold lavishly in decorating temples and tombs, and gold objects have been found in Egypt that were made more than 5,000 years ago.

When you buy gold jewellery you never buy it 100% pure, as it is too soft. It is therefore usually mixed by jewellers with other metals such as silver, nickel, copper, and zinc to make it stronger and more durable for jewellery designs. The carat indicates the amount of pure gold still in the metal. The higher the carat, the higher the percentage of pure gold. I.e. 18 carat gold is both more valuable and heavier than 9 carat Gold as it contains a higher percentage (75%) of pure gold than 9 carat gold (37.5%). 9 carat is harder wearing though than 18 carat but 18 carat has a richer colour.

The list of stores below sell a good selection white and yellow gold pieces of jewellery, as well as the jewellers you'll find in the online, high street and catalogue section on the left.

Ernest Jones  
www.ernestjones.co.uk

At Ernest Jones jewellers you'll find a very good choice of 9ct and 18ct yellow and white gold jewellery. Their collection include everything from beautiful diamond gold earrings and rings to fashionable necklaces and bracelets.

Gerald Online  
www.geraldonline.com

Gerald Online, the UK's largest internet jeweller, brings you a nice collection of gold jewellery which includes gold earrings, rings, pendants, bracelets, bangles and necklaces, as well as white gold pieces. Prices are very competitive and they offer a 30 day no quibble money back guarantee.

Goldsmiths Jewellers  
www.goldsmiths.co.uk

Goldsmiths have been selling jewellery since 1778 and have over 170 high street jewelers’ stores across the UK. Their collection of 9 and 18ct yellow and white gold jewellery includes golden earrings, rings, pendants, bracelets, bangles and necklaces.

H. Samuel  
www.hsamuel.co.uk

At H.Samuel, the high street jewellers, you can buy a nice collection of affordable white, yellow and 3 colour gold jewellery, including many diamond encrusted pieces. Their choice includes anklets, earrings, bracelets, brooches, necklaces, rings and body jewellery in 9 or 18ct gold.

Hot Diamonds  
www.hotdiamonds.co.uk

At Hot Diamonds you'll find a nice choice of 18ct gold diamond jewellery for women. This includes beautiful charms, rings, bracelets, pendants, necklaces and earrings.