Aladdin’s Cave Guide To Unique Jewellery Valentine’s Gifts That Last Forever
It’s that time of year again when we see a flurry of red hearts adorn the high street, yet somehow it never gets any easier to buy that perfect Valentine’s gift. There’s obviously the traditional flowers and chocolates but they don’t last forever. Which is why jewellery remains a popular and longer-lasting choice. So instead of making you sift through our vast collection of pieces, we’ve put together this handy gift guide to unique jewellery for Valentine’s Day. And of course this guide isn’t just exclusively for those in romantic relationships, our one of a kind jewellery and vintage inspired pieces make excellent presents for Galentines Day, friends, family members, colleagues and anyone really who you think needs to be treated on February 14th and beyond.
Signet Rings
Signet rings have been popular for thousands of years, historically used to authenticate documents and to symbolise or represent a family or crest. Today signet rings continue to grow in popularity and were one of the most searched for items on Etsy in 2022 for both men and women. They often feature monograms, initials or intaglios but can also be perfectly plain like this vintage gold signet ring dated 1972. It’s a classic unisex gold ring which could also be engraved with your loved ones initials. This Edwardian 9ct gold shield ring is an antique option with a hallmark dating back to Birmingham 1910 and in an unusual and sought after shape. An even older variation is this Victorian 9ct gold carnelian signet ring, which dates back to Chester 1897. With its deep red hue, this antique signet ring is both bold and beautiful.
Lockets
One of the most thoughtful jewellery gifts is a locket. Not only are they easy to wear and beautiful to look at, but they also keep photos of your nearest and dearest close to your heart. Lockets have been popular emblems of sentimentality since the Victorian era when people expressed their emotions through the jewellery they chose to wear. Not only did lockets contain photos but also locks of hair and other keepsakes. If you want to pull out of the stops this Valentine’s Day then this Victorian locket in 15ct gold definitely has the wow factor. With beautiful engraving on either side, it’s a lavish way to hold your loved ones photos. Or if you want a traditional gold heart locket, this Edwardian locket is a classic and timeless option. If the receiver is more of a silver wearer then we have that covered too. There’s this antique Victorian locket available dated 1881, which was in the Aesthetic Period of this era. It has a beautiful pattern on the front, plain on the back, which bears the hallmark and opens to reveal two compartments for photos. If you like the idea of buying a gift for Valentine’s Day which incorporates a birthstone, then why not choose a vintage style locket like this silver and marcasite one. It comes with a choice of four different gemstones; peridot, garnet, amethyst and cubic zirconia and includes the 18 inch silver chain.
Pocket watches
Pocket watches are small timepieces traditionally designed to fit in a pocket. They were popular during the 19th century and were an essential accessory for a well dressed gentleman. Antique and vintage pocket watches are still sought after today, with programmes like Peaky Blinders paving the way for a younger clientele to truly appreciate these well crafted and highly collectible time pieces. This antique 9ct gold pocket watch from the renowned American watch company Waltham, dates back to 1926. It is has a top winding mechanism and comes in its original box. A small variation, known as a ladies pocket watch is this Victorian 14ct gold and enamel time piece. With delicate pink enamel and gold engraving, this would be sure to make a highly treasured gift. Because of the size of it, it could also be worn as a pendant on a chain. If you’re looking for a vintage wrist watch, then this Omega Ladymatic in 18ct gold ticks all the boxes. A highly collectible piece from the distinguished brand, also in its original box.
Unique Jewellery Valentines Gifts under 100
You definitely don’t need to break the bank this Valentine’s Day with the following gifting ideas, which are all under £100. One of our best selling products and sure to be a hit for Valentine’s Day are these silver and 18ct gold bee stud earrings. With an appealing mix of metals, these cute studs also have a matching necklace, perfect if you’re looking to gift a complete set this Mother’s Day. Or check out our silver and marcasite heart stud earrings, which effortlessly transition from day to night with just the right amount of subtle sparkle. For a perfect pop of colourful, why not go for these Aztec style silver heart studs? With a combination of turquoise, malachite and onyx stones to brighten up any outfit.
Big Ticket Options
The words ‘a diamonds are a girl’s best friends’ are ingrained in our psyche and for a bona fide reason. This contemporary diamond solitaire pendant boasts an impressive 1.23ct of round diamond in an 18ct yellow gold setting. The kind of pendant you can put on and keep on forever! And we all know Valentine’s Day is a popular time for the most romantic gesture of all! If you’re thinking of popping the question with an antique engagement ring and don’t know where to start then have a read of our handy guide. If you want to delve deeper into the history of engagement rings then this is a good read too. For the full range of unique jewellery Valentine’s gift ideas have a look at our hand picked selection. All of our jewellery comes beautifully packaged in black faux leather boxes, black mesh pouch and luxury glossy gift bag to make whichever gift you choose sure to be a success this Valentine’s Day.