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Tanzanite, one of the birthstones of December, is a stunning gem stone recognised for its mesmerising blue/violet colouring. It was only recently discovered in the 1960’s, in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, so it is relatively new and becoming ever more popular. History of Tanzanite Tanzanite was first found in the footFind out more
The birthstone of November is topaz. It is a well-loved gem stone which is available in a large variety of sizes, cuts and colours, with turquoise and yellow/amber being the most popular colours. The mesmerising gem stone is said to bring joy, generosity, abundance and good health to those who wear it. The ancient GreeksFind out more
“The engagement ring is an ageless declaration of love and promise” Over the years, thousands of couples have trusted us with their most important moments. With a varied selection of rings and an extensive collection of diamonds, we’re here to help you find the perfect engagement ring. The trend these days is for couplesFind out more
COMPETITION TIME! #CaptureTheLove with McGowans This World Photo Day (19th August) we want you to capture the love and share your favourite engagement or wedding photo memories with us! Whether they are yours or a friend’s special moments, we want you to share them in the comments of our competition Facebook post to beFind out more
Peridot, a gorgeous olive green in colour, is the birthstone for August. An ancient and fascinating gem stone, it dates back to the time of Pharos in Egypt. Peridot is available in a spectrum of green, olive and yellow colours, with the grass-green shade being the most valuable Find out more about the history ofFind out more
Caring for your jewellery is important to make sure it maintains its brilliant sparkle and shine all year round! Every gem stone has different properties, and each deserves its own unique care and attention. Different cleaning methods apply to each gem stone, and there are some things you should avoid for certain stones too. Find out more
As well as selling a fantastic range of new and modern jewellery, we are also interested in buying unique vintage and antique items, in particular genuine Art Deco, Victorian or Edwardian pieces to add to our significant range of pre-loved jewellery. You may have old jewellery or watches lying around that you haven’t touched inFind out more
McGowans specialise in coloured gem stone jewellery of all shapes, sizes, types and colours. From rubies to sapphires to emeralds, there’s a wonderful spectrum of colours available, but what do they all mean? Each stone has historically been associated with a month and attached to certain meanings. So, what is your birthstone and what doesFind out more
We all know the wonderful feeling when you first wear that immaculate, sparkling clean new piece of jewellery and promise to yourself you will keep it good forever. We want to help you make this last and maintain your most loved pieces to look and work as good as new for longer. Follow our topFind out more