It is time once again for a look at birthstone of the month, which for December is Tanzanite. This beautiful transparent blue to violet gemstone is rarer than diamonds, due to its more recent discovery and limited supply. ​ 5.43ct tanzanite, diamond and 18ct white gold ring, available at Buck & Co, Bodmin, Cornwall ​ A variety of the mineral zoisite, it was discovered in Tanzania in 1967. Tiffany & Co launched it onto the commercial gemstone market with the name tanzanite to

People born in November are blessed with a choice of two birthstones, citrine and topaz. This bright and vibrant duo of gemstones offer an array of colour choices so there is something to suit every taste and style. Wear one.....or wear them both together! ​ Citrine ranges in colour from a pale lemon yellow to a golden orangish/brownish yellow, and is a member of the quartz species. Natural yellow quartz is rare, and a large percentage of citrine on the market is actually hea

Today's jewellery spotlight falls on this stunning 18ct white gold and tanzanite ring, a new addition to our carefully curated selection of top quality secondhand jewellery. This ring features a breath taking 5.43ct tanzanite, a weighty example of this geographically rare gemstone which can only be found in Tanzania. This emerald cut tanzanite exhibits all the velvety blue to violet richness which the top gemstones of this variety should show. In a saturated bluish purple, an

Birthstone of the month for September is the incomparable sapphire. Sapphire is from the mineral species of corundum, of which ruby is...

We were honoured and proud recently to have been asked to work on some historic pieces of solid gold and silver civic regalia. Some of the work we do here at Buck & Co. Jewellers, Goldsmiths and Diamond Mounters  we do not share publicly, but we have been given kind permission to share these images of our Goldsmith working on these fabulous pieces. Our in-house Goldsmith is experienced at assessing, repairing and restoring pieces such as these which not only have a material v

A bespoke commission piece which has recently left our Goldsmith's bench is this spectacular handmade 2.03ct diamond and platinum ring. ​...

It is time to celebrate the birthstone of the month, which for August is peridot. A beautiful yellowish green gemstone which has been...

The birthstone for July is the incomparable ruby, a gemstone which has been coveted since ancient times for its fabulous colour, bright...

June is a wonderful month to have a birthday as there is a choice of birthstones; pearls or moonstones. Both of these gems are prized for...

In the jewellery spotlight for your delectation is fresh from our Goldsmith's bench and new in the window today! ​ This stunning natural...

New to our window display today is this sumptuous diamond bracelet, with an estimated carat weight of 5.46ct. ​ Extremely elegant in...

For those people lucky enough to be born in May their birthstone is the beautiful emerald. Emerald (beryllium aluminum silicate) is part...

We have certainly hit the ground running this week, as its been a very busy week back after our Easter break. Many thanks to our lovely...

One of the most prized and most traded gemstones, the incomparable diamond has exceptional lustre, brilliance and fire which gives...

It is time to celebrate the birthstone of the month, which for March is the fabulous aquamarine. This beautiful sky blue to sea green gemstone bears a name deriving from the Latin for water 'aqua' and for sea, 'marina'. Legend has it that this beautiful stone is the treasure of mermaids, and it was traditionally carried by sailors to keep them safe at sea. The Dom Pedro fantasy cut aquamarine, as displayed in the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History (photo credit: Dom Pedro

Time to share details of a spectacular commission piece which has recently left us for its new home. Our client came in with some mixed...

As we move into February it is time again for birthstone of the month: the beautiful amethyst. ​ Amethyst has been used in jewellery...

January marks the beginning of a new year, and brings with it a new birthstone which is the glorious garnet! ​ Garnets have been used in...

A teardrop tanzanite and diamond cluster ring set in 18ct yellow gold, available for a viewing at Buck & Co Jewellers, Goldsmiths and...

The Christmas preparations are in full swing at Buck & Co!   Some of the new pieces in our window this week include handmade solid 9ct...