When it comes to repurposing jewellery in a new design, there are several elements that can be reused to create a unique and sentimental piece. One of the most common elements that can be repurposed is the precious metal. Gold is commonly melted down and reshaped to create new designs, while still retaining the sentimental value of the original piece. Additionally, any diamonds or gemstones that are in good condition can be removed from the old piece and incorporated into the new design.

At Legacy, we understand that your inherited jewellery is a cherished part of your family history. That's why we take great care to ensure the safety and security of your pieces during the Legacy design process.

Our jewellery designers are experts in world-class bespoke craftsmanship with important family heirloom jewellery, and we follow rigorous procedures and practices to protect your precious pieces. From secure storage to careful handling, we prioritize jewellery safety at every step of the process.

In this vlog post, we'll talk you through our approach to jewellery safety and security. Whether you're looking to restore an antique piece or create a show-stopper of a bespoke design using your cherished diamonds and gemstones, you can trust us with your most valuable possessions.

Discover the art of redesigning inherited jewellery to give new life to sentimental pieces with this step-by-step guide. From identifying what to keep and change to choosing a new design and trusting the creative process, this post will help you create a unique piece of jewellery with a rich family history.

It is not unusual for old or inherited jewellery to be showing signs of wear and damage. But just imagine what those pieces of jewellery have seen. The stories they could share! If you are wanting to redesign old or damaged gemstones, then it may well be possible to repolish them and bring back former sparkle.

The decision to reimagine your inherited jewellery is not a decision taken lightly. You have to be ready and here at Legacy we understand the emotional reasons why some ladies take years to be ready.

There are two stages in the Legacy journey. The first is the design stage, the second is the actual creation of your Legacy jewellery.

The security of your jewellery is as important to us as it is to you…

If you prefer white precious metal for your Legacy ring, then should you opt for white gold or platinum? Here’s what we recommend….

What happens if you don’t like your Legacy designs?

Having too many diamonds or gemstones to fit beautifully into one new Legacy piece is a lovely problem to have.

For some women, re-using their old gold is hugely important. Capturing a piece of Mum’s old wedding ring, for example, in a new Legacy piece can be as significant as the diamonds and gemstones. But there is a cost implication to consider…

A question we are occasionally asked is “how do I know you won’t switch my diamonds for fake?”

It’s a genuine concern for some people, so here’s what you need to know….

We have built an excellent reputation on honesty, trust and integrity over many years. We have 5* reviews on Facebook and Google and hundreds of delighted clients.

One common question we are asked at the start of the Legacy journey is “what happens to any diamonds or gemstones that aren’t used in the new design?”