9ct Gold

9ct Gold This is my selection of 9ct gold Jewellery. Many of these designs are also available in Sterling Silver and can be viewed in other collections on the website. Here in Ireland and the UK, the most popular type of gold for jewellery is 9ct although is less well-known in other countries.As a maker, 9ct gold has major advantages over other higher carats for one main reason. The alloy added to create it renders it so much more resilient than others. It is much tougher to mould and shape into jewellery, but once it is made, it is practically indestructible. Much harder and therefore resistant to damage and wear and tear. I personally think it's ideal for a piece of jewellery which will be regularly worn. It will stand the test of time. Gold is the most wonderful material in existence to craft. In ancient times, gold was readily available and in abundance which is why we have in Ireland, the Tara Brooch and other treasures.Nowadays, investment in raw materials limits creativity to some extent but I try to make gold pieces with a solid cultural heritage and, considering its value, be as creative as possible. I am very proud of the gold pieces I have included in this collection and I have based them on much loved iconic designs but included in them some of my personality and preferences. The greatest satisfaction in this process is the final polish. This is where gold takes on the special lustre which sets it aside from every other material. It is purely breathtakingly beautiful.