
Diamonds: The World’s Favourite Gemstone? Diamonds are generally considered the world’s most popular gemstone. Reasons for this include diamond’s supreme hardness and durability, it’s mesmerising optical properties and the symbolism which has been attached to the stone over decades past.

A Kaleidoscope of Gemstones at AuctionDiscover the remarkable variety of gemstones found at jewellery auction, from their origins deep within the earth to the unique jewels they become.

Beyond the Crown JewelsFrom tokens of love exchanged with Prince Albert to jewels celebrating her children and beloved Scotland, Queen Victoria’s personal collection reveals a more intimate side to Victorian jewellery.

