A GEM of a Paperclip - A Perfect Money Clip
For over one hundred and fifty years the paperclip has been a ubiquitous part of our lives, used to gather documents together or unfolded to poke into computer drives and...
Hersey & Son Silversmiths | Blog
Looking After Your Silver Jewellery on Holiday
As summer holidays approach and many of us head to warmer climates, it’s a good time to offer a gentle reminder about how water and chemicals can affect your silver...
Recommended Silver Cleaning Products
In this guide, we share our top recommended products for cleaning and caring for silver, including the trusted Silvo wadding, silver dip, and polishing cloths. We also highlight key dos...
Sterling Silver Bangles: Your Questions Answered
Have questions about sterling silver bangles? From sizing and care to hallmarks and gift ideas, this handy Q&A covers everything you need to know.
The Origin of Zodiac Signs
The origins of horoscopes and the zodiac are ancient and somewhat mysterious, with early forms of astrology found in cultures ranging from Mesopotamia and Egypt to Greece and China.
Summer Silver Jewellery Trends
“When the mercury is rising, silver is still cool.” There’s something effortlessly stylish about silver in summer - its cool tones reflect the sunlight beautifully and complement sun-kissed skin. Whether...
History of the Silk Knot Cufflink
History of the Silk Knot Cufflink Originally published July 13, 2016 – Updated The Silk Knot Cufflink, also known as the Turk’s Head cufflink, has been a stylish gentleman’s accessory...
Silver-Lining Love: Famous Couples Still Going Strong 25 Years On
In 2025, a special group of celebrity couples mark an incredible milestone - their 25th wedding anniversary. Married in the year 2000, these stars have weathered fame, family life and...
Caring for your sterling silver salt and pepper mills.
How to Care for Sterling Silver Salt & Peppermills: A Quick Guide Sterling silver salt and peppermills are more than just kitchen tools—they’re elegant tableware meant to last a lifetime....
Silver gifts for 25th wedding anniversary
Explore the best 25th wedding anniversary gifts from Hersey & Son. Shop handcrafted sterling silver jewellery, keepsakes, and tableware—perfect for silver anniversary celebrations.
Hallmarking Survey Results
A hallmarking consumer survey from Hersey & Son Silversmiths that produced interesting results as to the importance of hallmarking to the public and their understanding of it.
Hallmarking - Why it's important
Hallmarking is a system of quality control and authentication of precious metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. It involves the official marking or stamping of these metals to confirm their purity...
The History & Etiquette of the Hip Flask
Silver hip flasks or pocket flasks seem to have first appeared in Georgian times and became very popular in the Victorian era. Previously, personal flasks like this were made from glass...
How to Clean a Silver Wine Decanter | Hersey & Son Silversmiths
Cleaning a wine decanter after you have used it for your red wine or port can be tricky, especially if you have finished the bottle and gone to bed without...