Sizing & Jewellery Guides
Discover well-curated listings featuring detailed descriptions, sizing photos, and precise measurements including coin size references to aid in your online shopping journey.
Ring Size Chart
Measure Your Ring Size With These Simples Steps:
1. Wrap string or paper around the base of your finger.
2. Mark the point where the ends meet with a pen.
3. Measure the string or paper with a ruler (mm) then divide by 3.14 (or Pi) to get the diameter of the ring.
4. Pick the closest measurement on the ring size chart to find your ring size.
Watches
Measuring your wrist for a watch is easily done. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Take a flexible measuring tape or a strip of paper;
2. Wrap the tape or paper around your arm just below the wrist bone, this is where a watch would normally sit;
3. if you are using a tape measure, simply make a note of where the end meets itself, this is your wrist size and you can ignore the below point; if you are using a strip of paper, take a pen and make a mark where the end of the paper meets itself (it is also helpful to mark the end that you placed against your wrist);
4. Unwrap the paper (if this is what you have used), and lie it flat next to a ruler or stiff tape measure;
- Note the measurement between the end of the paper that was against your wrist and the mark you made, this is your wrist size.
Bracelets & Bangles
It is always recommended to buy bangles that are a bit larger (1/2 to 3/4 inches) than the size of your wrist. That way it won't be difficult for you to wear them.
Chains & Necklaces
Choosing the right necklace size can be tricky. Unlike other jewelry items where you have a set size, the necklace size you choose will depend on the desired look. Please do hesitate to send us a message if you are unsure on what you are needing.
British Hallmark Guide
A hallmark is an official mark or series of marks struck on items made of metal, mostly to certify the content of noble metals
—such as platinum, gold, silver and in some nations, palladium. In a more general sense, the term hallmark is used to refer to any standard of quality.
WHAT METALS ARE HALLMARKED?
Four precious metals - gold, silver, platinum and palladium
- all require testing and hallmarking to be legally sold as genuine. The minimum weight that requires hallmarking for each metal is as follows:
- 0.5 grams for platinum
- 1 gram for gold
- 1 gram for palladium
- 7.78 grams for silver
Stone Guide
There are only four stones in the world classified as precious gemstones-
1. Diamond
2. Blue Sapphire
3. Red Ruby
4. Green Emerald
We test all stones via electric testing.
Birthstones
January - Garnet
February - Amethyst
March - Aquamarine
April - Diamond
May - Emerald
June - Pearl / Moonstone
July - Ruby
August - Peridot
September - Sapphire
October - Opal / Tourmaline
November - Topaz / Citrine
December - Blue Topaz / Tanzanite
Ian Burton Antiques Quality Reassurance
If any uncertainties arise, please inquire about product and sizing requirements.
TESTED AND PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED
We only stock from the finest Fine Jewellery to Antique Clocks. All items before qualifying for stock will be machine tested.
We set our standards with high quality imagery along with detailed induvial descriptions for each item.
If you have any questions we usually respond within the hour *during business hours.
London, UK (GMT) 9 - 6 Mon - Sat.
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Gabby on 12 Aug, 2024
"Exactly as described! The pendant is in great condition."
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Lisa on 06 Aug, 2024
"Very nice charm. A great addition to my collection."
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Errol on 27 Jul, 2024
"Another great purchase from Ian Burton Antiques. Great product quality , shipping cost is very good on todays prices & packaging superb. Great communications. This is all very important for me being an International delivery customer. Thanks so much"