A Sea of Aquas
Aquamarine, Latin for 'Aqua Marina' or 'Sea Water' is a blue Beryl. They form hexagonal crystals in a host rock. The beautiful sea-like...
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Feb 9, 2023
The Ageless Allure of Amethysts
February birthdays have the lilac hues of amethyst as a gem birthstone, and it has a long history, being worn by the ancient Egyptians,...
Jan 5, 2023
Garnering Glorious Garnets
Garnets, the January birthstone, are so named for their similarity to pomegranate seeds, and garnet is derived from the Latin word for...
Dec 6, 2022
The History of Silverware
It's not just antique jewellery that carries a wonderful and eccentric history. Silverware from the Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian era...
Nov 3, 2022
Charming Citrines
There's something rather pleasant about a birthstone that ties in with the season. Citrine, aglow with autumnal oranges and yellows, is a...
Oct 20, 2022
A Short History of Bracelets & Bangles
When you think of the Neanderthals, jewellery isn't the first thing that pops into your head. But a bangle, worn nearly 70,000 years ago...
Oct 6, 2022
Fiery Mexican Opals
When you think of opals, you often think of pearly whites and blue-greens, shimmering in different lights. However, there are different...
Aug 10, 2022
Peridot Perfection
The August birth stone is Peridot, a beautiful leafy green, that harks of breezy, sun shining days and hillside picnics. A compassionate...
Jun 16, 2022
The Good Fortune of Emeralds
The exquisite emerald, the birthstone of May, symbolises rebirth and brings good fortune and wisdom to the wearer. Though if you’re lucky...
Apr 14, 2022
Relive the Roaring 20s in Art Deco Jewels
100 years on, let's revisit a decade that gave us flappers, jazz bands and bootleggers. Don a cocktail dress and accessorise yourself...
Oct 12, 2021
Top 5 Men's Banwells Must-Haves!
Moving into Autumn and therefore slightly colder climes, we find ourselves wearing more clothing. With that comes the more conscious...
Jul 2, 2021
Summer Styling...
Moving into the warmer summer days and we are intoxicated by the month of June melting into the month of July. The song lyrics from Alice...
May 29, 2021
Let's Talk Men's Jewellery...
At Banwells, we champion jewellery for men; as the perfect addition to your style, a gift for someone else or to mark momentous life...
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