How to Choose the Best Jewellers in the UK

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When searching for the right jeweller, it can be quite overwhelming when there are so many jewellers to choose from, it can be hard to know who exactly to choose and what to look out for when making a personal and valuable purchase.

At Kerensa Jewellery, we believe that handmade, hallmarked, and ethically crafted jewellery with a transparent business is what sets the best apart. As the man behind the creation of every design and craftsmanship of every piece, Kerensa Jewellery stands as a jeweller you can trust.

To make an informed decision, it’s important to pay attention to details such as the history of the jeweller, their ethics and the way they engage with their customers throughout the entire buying process. Alongside providing you with exceptional jewellery, a reputable jeweller will also provide guidance, answer your questions openly, and ensure you feel confident in your purchase. This dedication to personal service and genuine connection helps set apart the true and reputable jewellers from the rest, laying the foundation for trust and satisfaction as you select the perfect treasure for yourself or a loved one.

Solid Silver Round 6mm Wire Bangle with Satin finish by Kerensa Jewellery
Large Pendant Solid Silver chunky bevelled Queen's ingot, london hallmarked on a silver chain by kerensa Jewellery

Qualities of the Best Jewellers in the UK

Exceptional Craftsmanship and Materials

The best jewellers are artisans who put artistry and quality first. Handmade jewellery carries a personal touch that mass-produced pieces cannot replicate and alongside that, handmade jewellery doesn’t have ‘factory defects’. At Kerensa Jewellery, every item is handcrafted in Cornwall using solid silver and gold, ensuring your jewellery is both beautiful and made to last. I am a total perfectionist, so when I am creating jewellery for my customers, I make sure the piece you receive is absolutely picture perfect alongside it’s presentation within its gift box.

Trust, Transparency, and Hallmarks

When choosing a jeweller, authenticity is essential. The UK’s Assay Office hallmark precious metals as a guarantee of purity and quality. Kerensa Jewellery proudly carries these hallmarks, including rare Millennium hallmarks on select designs, so you know your jewellery is genuine.

Alongside these marks showing quality and guarantee of quality, they are also very fascinating. Firstly, a hallmark will show who made the piece of jewellery through the makers mark (mine is P.A, formally J.P.A). Then there is a stamp that shows what precious metal it is alongside the precious metal content in parts per thousand. Since most of my jewellery is made of solid sterling silver, 925 will be the stamp displayed in my jewellery. The leopard seen on all of my hallmarks is the symbol of where it was stamped, the leopard symbolises the London Assay Office, while other location marks include Birmingham, Sheffield and Edinburgh. The final stamp you will see on a piece of my jewellery is a single letter. This letter represents the year the piece of metal was stamped, for example, the year 2024 was Z, while this year, 2025 is A.

Next time you see a piece of jewellery that has a hallmark, have a deeper look, there is so much to learn about a piece through its hallmarks. Each piece will have its own story and history, no matter how old it is.

Professional Accreditation and Recognition

Membership of respected trade bodies is another hallmark (pun intended) of the best jewellers in the UK. The silversmith behind Kerensa Jewellery, Piere, is a member of both the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) and the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths (IPG). These memberships reflect skill and professionalism as well as my commitment to the highest standards in jewellery-making.

Sustainability and Ethics

Today, many people are seeking jewellery with a conscience. The best jewellers avoid waste and prioritise sustainability. At Kerensa Jewellery, every piece is handmade to order, supporting sustainable practices and ensuring your jewellery is crafted with care. Where possible I purchase and use recycled silver, and all the gold I use is recycled.

Why Kerensa Jewellery Reflects the Best of UK Jewellers

Alongside having all of the qualities listed above, Kerensa jewellery has received countless five star reviews from around the world, with customers praising the beauty of the design and piece as well as attentive and personal service that comes with every order. Many highlight the exceptional craftsmanship, the care put into packaging, and the reassurance of buying directly from the maker.

Reviews are an essential part of the choosing process when buying anything, especially online. I know for a fact that I never purchase without doing research on the brand and product, which is why I am so proud to say I have all round five-star reviews!

The website has a lovely feel about it, is very easy to navigate around with lovely photo's of the Jewellery, and makes for a very easy buying experience. I have purchased 2 items from Piere for my wife, and, the quality and design is beautiful. She loves that they are made individually by Piere for his customers, the outside hallmarks designs also make the items standout, which make her bracelet and neckless feel very special when she wears them. The communication exchange with Piere also feels very individual, he takes the time to contact you and keep you updated on the time it will take to make and post your order. Delivery in the UK is really good, next day with signed receipt to ensure the safety of my delivery. I cannot recommend Piere highly enough - his work is exceptional. Thanks for your help with my orders.
Mark28th March 2025
My husband surprised me with this beautiful bangle to compliment my Newlyn Solid Bangle. They look stunning together and separately. Very happy wife! Thank you Piere.
SamNewlyn 3 Diamond Bangle
I was recommended by a friend. Piere did an amazing job. My daughter loves her Eden 3. She never takes it off. You will not find quality than this! And tracked shipping to the USA!
Christine
Wow, this is a beautiful bangle! The outside hallmarks caught my eye in the first place so decided to go with that. It’s a beautiful piece of jewellery which I now wear every day. I am so happy with it! I did message Piere to check on sizing and I mentioned that oval bangles sit better on my wrist. He was very quick at responding and said he could make an oval bangle. I placed the order shortly before Christmas and it arrived beautifully packaged a few days later.
Tracey B
My son was thrilled with this cuff bracelet for his 18th birthday, and it is a stunning piece. Piere went out of his way to help with adjusting the sizing, and we were delighted with the outcome. Thank you.
Kay
My second purchase from Piere and this time for me. It is a beautiful solid bangle and I love wearing it. It is a real statement. Piere as ever was very helpful as I wanted the inside of the bracelet inscribed. The quality of the craftsmanship shows that care goes into each piece. This won’t be my last purchase! Thank you Piere and thank you for your speedy response to questions and for a speedy delivery
Claire
After purchasing the Cribbar Cuff as a retirement present for my Dad. The workmanship is second to none. Rest assured if you just contact Piere, he is fabulous to do business with & he can produce a bespoke piece of jewellery that only perfectionists can. I really can’t say more than Piere will put you at ease and make you the item you are looking for, so I would highly recommend buying here as I already know I will buy again.
Graham
I have no words that can explain how delighted I am with the stunning necklace Piere helped us design and then made as a gift to give to our daughter on her Wedding day.
Michelle Staines
STUNNING. I have been looking for a bangle for aaages. I mean a proper bangle. I researched the heck out and finally found Piere and his marvellous workshop! I don't live in Cornwall, a good 5-6 hours away in fact. But here I am driving to Cornwall and back in one day, just for a bracelet.
Kas
Where do I start! So many positive things to say ... Beautiful handmade jewellery, superb service and fast postage! This bangle screams both quality and design, the three rings are very elegant 😇 My bangle is very comfortable to wear, I always get comments and asked where I bought it from
Wendy Gautrey
This is my second purchase of Piere's sensational jewellery and it won't be my last as next time I want to order a cuff or bracelet from his collection for me. Every piece is handmade, unique and truly stunning
Gigsie
Perfectly sit along side each other and twinkle at every movement you make . If you are very hands on busy and easily break things or scratch things daily doing jobs then this is the investment for you because not a single scratch will show and they are solid sturdy beyond
Shakeela
I have just opened my new jewellery piece and I have to say I absolutely love it…it’s simply stunning and exactly what I wanted.
Michelle Staines
This is my third bangle from Piere. I was so happy with my first , that I ordered one for my sister. Piere did a superb job on my sister's bangle, he inscribed a message inside free. My sister is absolutely thrilled with her bangle. I purchased another for myself, again Piere went above & beyond, I couldn't have asked for better. The bangles are beautiful & excellent quality. Superb craftsmanship
Diane Daniels
Ordered silver bangles that arrived promptly and beautifully presented by Royal Mail Special Delivery. They have a wonderful lustre and are clearly hall marked. A great gift and excellent service having been emailed by Piere as the order progressed. Highly recommended.
Iain Patterson
I have known Piere for many years so when I received an inheritance from my grandfather, I knew Piere would be able to create a classic piece of jewellery. He proposed a timeless design for a diamond necklace and showed me a variety of diamonds to choose from. His vision and skills have resulted in a necklace that I love to wear. If you want a stunning piece of jewellery and need help deciding what to choose, you should go to Piere.
Sarah Haywood
If you are looking for a special piece of jewellery with a truly unique and personal feel, I couldn’t recommend Piere highly enough.
Simon Hammond
Your craftsmanship and customer service is of the highest standard and the personalisation of the buying experience is what is needed in this ever more clinical automated transactional world. If anyone wants stylish, superbly crafted and personally delivered silver jewellery at a reasonable and affordable cost - use Piere Andrews - and support an independent professional whilst treating yourself or a loved one in the process. Thank you Piere.
Martin Wilkinson
We ordered a Newlyn 5 bangle for one of our work colleagues who was retiring after 23 years at the age of 75. The bangle was gorgeous and so special and a great piece for her to remember us all by. Piere was fabulous helping us with our enquiries over the right size, measurements etc and kept in touch so we didn't worry about it arriving on time for the presentation! We wouldn't hesitate in recommending Kerensa Jewellery 10/10 Thank you!
Susan

Choosing the Right Jeweller for You

When looking for the best jewellers in the UK, it is important to consider what matters to you personally in a piece of jewellery. If the traits you value include craftsmanship, trust, professional recognition, sustainability, and style, Kerensa Jewellery may be the perfect choice for you 😉

Explore the Kerensa Jewellery collection today and see why so many customers rate us 5 stars.

FAQ

Look for exceptional craftsmanship, transparent hallmarks, professional recognition, sustainable practices, and a jeweller who communicates openly with customers.

Hallmarks are official stamps from UK Assay Offices that guarantee the purity and authenticity of precious metals. They also provide information about the maker, metal type, location of hallmarking, and year of issue.

Yes, handmade jewellery carries a unique personal touch, avoids common factory defects, and is crafted with care and precision, making each piece truly special.

Kerensa Jewellery is handmade in Cornwall, fully hallmarked, crafted using recycled materials where possible, and recognised by professional trade bodies. Every piece comes with attentive customer service and has received five-star reviews worldwide.

Yes. Every piece is handmade to order to avoid waste, silver is often recycled, and all gold used is recycled. Packaging and presentation are also thoughtfully considered.

Absolutely. With full hallmarking, professional accreditation (NAJ & IPG), and consistent five-star customer reviews, Kerensa Jewellery provides trust, quality, and confidence in every purchase.

Yes, every Kerensa Jewellery piece is handcrafted in Cornwall by Piere, a professional goldsmith.

Yes, Piere is a member of the National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) and the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths (IPG).

Kerensa Jewellery is proud to hold all-round 5-star reviews, reflecting the quality of craftsmanship and service.

TL;DR

Finding the best jewellers in the UK comes down to craftsmanship, hallmarks, trust, sustainability, and professional recognition. Handmade jewellery offers a level of quality and individuality that mass-produced items can’t match, and hallmarks guarantee authenticity and purity.

Kerensa Jewellery embodies all of these qualities: every piece is handmade in Cornwall, hallmarked by the London Assay Office, crafted using recycled precious metals where possible, and backed by memberships with the NAJ and IPG. With worldwide five-star reviews and a reputation for personal service, Kerensa Jewellery reflects the very best of what UK jewellers should be.