Classic Jewellery

Our classic gold jewellery collection of earrings, bracelets, bangles, rings and necklaces features pieces with an enduring appeal for both men and women. It includes iconic design elements which have surpassed trends to become well loved long after fast fashion and fads are forgotten.

 

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What is classic jewellery? 

Classic jewellery is any kind of jewellery which has an ageless quality to it, and which remains popular long after the time it was created. Think of those pieces you can wear and pair for any occasion – from red carpet events to brunch with friends – like simple diamond stud earrings or fine chain necklaces. These are those signature styles for men and women which you can wear pretty much anywhere, whatever stage of life you’re at.

Why choose our classic jewellery?

As our pre-loved classic jewellery comes from many different sources, you’ll find a wide variety of styles and techniques used. In addition, we’re constantly receiving new pieces, so our collections are updated on a weekly basis, meaning there’s always something different to see, either online or in one of our shops. Below are just some of the reasons our customers rave about our classic selection!

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Design, styles and quality

Many of our classic jewellery pieces feature timeless designs which are a staple in every women’s jewellery box. They’re versatile enough to work with your office wardrobe or date night outfit. These are those easy to wear and pair desk to dusk essentials you’ll be very happy to have in your jewellery rotation.

You’ll discover elegant craftsmanship, such as detailed beadwork, meshwork, barked textures and patternation. And you’ll find endless enduring motifs, from florals to Greek keys, geometric shapes and leaf outlines.

What’s more, the materials used are high quality. We have listings with yellow, white and rose gold from 9ct to 22ct, as well as premium silver and a range of natural gemstones – diamonds, opals and mother of pearl to name a few.

Polishing and restoration

At Charles Fish, we meticulously polish each item that comes our way. If a piece requires extra attention or repair, we entrust it to one of the top specialists in the region for restoration. This means everything we sell always looks as good as new.

We also ensure that each listing is hallmarked, not only due to legal requirements in the UK for selling gold, silver, platinum, or palladium above a specific weight (although we hallmark all items regardless of weight), but also to provide our customers with confidence in their purchases. If an item arrives without a hallmark, we send it to Birmingham's assay office for testing and certification.

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Versatility and cost-effectiveness

Unlike fashion pieces which can look outdated all too quickly, classic jewellery transcends the year or decade of its making. For this reason, it remains popular for gifting and choosing as an heirloom piece which can be passed down through the generations.

You’ll also find that pre-owned classic jewellery is more affordable than buying new. You’ll get great value, high quality pieces for less than a “label” or known brand option.

Sustainability

Our classic jewellery, like all of our collections, is pre-owned, which means it's a sustainable option. That’s because the metals and gemstones used are not newly mined – a practice which is having a catastrophic impact on the environment around the world as well as detrimental human cost.

Because our products are sustainable, we try and make sure other elements of our business are, too. For example, we’re constantly aiming to reduce the amount of plastic in our postage and packaging.

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How should you choose our classic jewellery?

The pieces in our classic jewellery collection have been made to be worn and to show off! So the first rule when it comes to choosing a piece of classic jewellery is to make sure you love it! And there’s no need to worry about it staying in the box. Classic jewellery complements pretty much every look and goes with all outfit choices, so you’ll hopefully find yourself reaching it for it time and time again.

If you’re buying an item of classic jewellery as a gift for your wife, girlfriend, daughter or just a special someone, you might want to have a quick peek at what’s already in their jewellery collection to help you decide what to go for. Are you purchasing for a dedicated gold lover or is there a mix of gold and silver tones? A look at what’s already there can help steer you towards making the right choice.

If you do happen to be making a jewellery purchase for a loved one and aren’t sure where to start, you’re absolutely in the right place! Our classic jewellery collection features designs that have been worn and favoured for decades, so you’re guaranteed to discover something effortlessly elegant which oozes style and which they’ll adore. Find that perfect piece right here.