Who owns Beaverbrook jewellers?
Third generation of our family-owned business, Mark Adlestone joined the company in 1979 and since then has worked his way up from Joint Managing Director and sole Managing Director, to becoming our beloved Chairman in 2012. Our story began in 1919 when the three Adlestone brothers, Isaac, Harry and Maurice, moved to Belfast to pursue their dream of selling fine jewellery and gifts. Fast forward to today, we now have 85 stores nationwide and over 1,200 colleagues. And, Isaac’s grandson, Mark Adlestone, is our beloved Chairman.
What are most fake diamonds?
Simulated diamonds are also known as diamond simulants and include things like cubic zirconia (CZ), moissanite, and YAG. They can also include some natural clear gemstones like white sapphire, white zircon or even clear quartz. Both cubic zirconia and moissanite are popular choices for fake diamond rings, but they have different properties. Moissanite is known for its remarkable brilliance and fire, making it a closer match to real diamonds. Cubic zirconia is less brilliant but still provides an impressive sparkle at a lower cost.
Does Beaverbrooks sell real gold?
The higher the carat, the higher the pure gold content. Our gold jewellery is sold in 9ct, 14ct, and 18ct. For example, 18ct gold jewellery is made of 75% gold and 25% other metals such as copper or silver, so 18ct gold is of higher value than 9ct or 14ct gold jewellery. If a gold product bears the hallmark ‘375’, then your gold has been tested and classed as 9 carat or 37. The remaining 62.Lower caratages contain less gold; 18 carat gold contains 75 per cent gold and 25 per cent other metals, often copper or silver.
Do jewelers sell fake diamonds?
Due to the rising popularity of cheaper diamond simulants, the supply of fake diamond rings is steadily increasing. Professional jewelers sell fake diamond rings that are pretty realistic. Since you’re not covering the cost of all that overhead, digital diamond buying means you can usually find the same diamond (if not a better one) for less. For that, we totally stan. Many online retailers make your jewelry to order.