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For orders up to $2,000 you can use Afterpay’s payment option. Through AfterPay, your purchase will be split into 4 payments, payable every 2 weeks with absolutely no interest or extra fees
STEP 1:
At check-out, select the Afterpay payment option. You will be directed to AfterPay’s website to confirm the option. Afterpay will confirm your eligibility through a soft credit check which does not affect your credit score. There is no need for card details to complete the order.
STEP 2:
The agreed payment period starts once we ship your order. This means you have 30 days after shipment to complete your payment.
STEP 3:
Once you’re ready, proceed to extra-secure payment on ClearPay’s app or website, and use either credit or debit card.
If you’re not entirely happy with your purchase, you can return it for a full refund or exchange within 30 days of receipt. Once we receive your purchase, we shall cancel your flexible payment option with ClearPay, and you will be refunded any amount that you have already paid.
For any queries about Afterpay, including payments, declined orders, or queries about your Afterpay account, please visit the contact us section on the Afterpay website.
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It is law within the UK that every item of precious metal sold such as Platinum, Gold, Silver is stamped labelling the item with the type of metal it is. Platinum pieces which weigh less than 0.5 grams, 18ct Gold and Palladium pieces weighing less than 1.0 gram and Silver pieces weighing less than 7.78 grams are except from hallmark.
At Diamonds Factory all our products are hallmarked as per UK hallmarking law from London Assay Office (The GoldSmith Company)
The Goldsmiths' Company Assay Office is the oldest assay office in the United Kingdom. It has provided hallmarking services since The Goldsmiths' Company was founded in the 1300s. The company received its royal charter in 1327 and ranks 5th in order of precedence of the 12 Great Livery Companies of the City of London.
Hallmarking dates back to the 1300s when Edward I of England passed a law requiring any item made of silver, which was offered for sale, to be at least of equal quality as that of the coin of the realm (silver currency). The wardens of The Goldsmiths' Company were tasked with visiting workshops in the City of London to assay (test) silver articles. If these articles were found to be below standard they were originally destroyed and the metal forfeited to the King. If they passed, each article received the King's mark of authentication - the mark of a leopard's head. By 1478, there were several hundred workshops and merchants manufacturing silver articles in the City of London. It was not possible for the wardens to visit them all so the merchants were ordered to bring their items to Goldsmiths' Hall for testing and marking and a permanent Assay Office was established in the building. This is the origin of the term hallmark - struck with the King's mark at Goldsmiths' Hall.
In 1544 the Goldsmith's Company adopted the King's mark as their town mark and the mark of the leopard's head is now internationally recognised as the mark of this assay office.
The Goldsmiths's Company Assay Office is still based at Goldsmiths's Hall and remains the oldest company in Britain to be continually trading from the same site. However, it also has two satellite offices; at Greville Street in Hatton Garden in the heart of the London jewellery quarter and within a high security complex near London's Heathrow airport. It now has a new off-site facility within the Dalston-based jewellery manufacturer, Allied Gold. This is the first time in the Assay Office's 700 year history that it has opened permanent hallmarking services on a customer's premises.
In addition to hallmarking, the office has now expanded its range of services to support the jewellery trade and enforcement authorities. It offers a variety of specialist analytical services including nickel, lead & cadmium testing, antique silver dating, non-destructive compositional analysis, plating thickness measurement and a melt and assay service for scrap precious metal carried out in their fully independent on-site laboratory. Other services offered are a jewellery valuation service, laser marking, trading standards assistance, high quality photography and a comprehensive range of training and educational seminars, lectures and specialist events.
Did you know that long before diamonds became the most favoured gemstone, sapphire reigned as the most popular choice for engagement rings? From beautiful blue sapphires, marvellous yellow diamonds and red rubies, colored gemstones are still a hot trend in the jewelry industry right now and are considered a unique yet impressive engagement ring choice.
What to look for when buying a colored gemstone engagement ring
Similar to if you were buying a diamond engagement ring, there are a few things you should consider before making your purchase. Firstly, color is the most important thing when looking for a colored gemstone piece and is the main thing that determines the value of the gem. Furthermore, the color really has an overriding effect on the entire appearance of the piece so you may wish to select something that reflects their personality. Along with color, cut is another important thing to consider. A stone that is well cut will show a beautiful and even amount of color with a lighter ‘window’ - allowing the stone to look it’s best.
Find out more about colored gemstones in our Gemstone Education Guide.
What are the most popular colored gemstone engagement rings?
Blue sapphires still tend to be the favoured colored gemstone for engagement rings. Kate Middleton may have something to do with that, as Prince William proposed to her with his mother’s sapphire and diamond engagement ring, and the ring has since been a popular topic of discussion among fans. Halo and three stone rings are also a popular choice for gemstone rings as the combination of colored gemstones with diamonds creates a beautiful finish.
Famous colored gemstone engagement rings
There are plenty of famous faces that are fans of colored gemstones. Halle Berry rocks a stunning emerald style, Jessica Simpson's engagement ring is adorned with her birthstone - ruby, and Elizabeth Hurley's beautiful design is accented with marvellous sapphires. Gemstones are also worn regularly by stars on the red carpet, for example, how can anyone forget the moment Lady Gaga graced the Oscars with that gigantic yellow diamond pendant?
For an engagement ring that is as unique as your love, a colored gemstone style may just be the perfect choice for you. Here are a few of the most loved gemstone engagement rings that will have your significant other lost for words…
Sapphire engagement rings
Considered the most popular colored gemstone for engagement rings, the beautiful blue sapphire has a regal finish that looks even more remarkable when complimented with a halo of diamonds.
Emerald engagement rings
Shrouded in mystery, the exquisite emerald was highly prized by Cleopatra and was thought to possess unique healing powers. Today, this gemstone is loved by celebrities such as Angelina Jolie and Halle Berry.
Ruby engagement rings
If your loved one's birthday is July, you may wish to choose a ruby engagement ring for them as it's their birthstone. Even if it's not their birthstone, this remarkable red gem is one that evokes love - perfect for that special someone in your life.
Yellow diamond engagement rings
Yellow diamonds are a great alternative to the classic white diamond. This colorful gemstone already has a loyal fanbase, possibly due to it's cheerful hue, but it's become increasingly popular for engagement rings in recent years.
If you are looking to pop the question to the one you love, why not consider a colored gemstone for something a little more unique. From classic to contemporary, there are plenty of beautiful ring designs to choose from and the choice of gemstone is completely yours...
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