Hello January!
Happy New Year — Hello 2026 ✨
We’re back and ready for a brand-new year of designing and creating beautiful jewellery. We hope you enjoyed the festive celebrations and are easing gently back into routines, school runs, and the rhythm of everyday life.
January always feels like a fresh chapter. While the trees and decorations are packed away and the colder days invite a little hibernation, it’s also the perfect time to look ahead—planning holidays, weddings, christenings, and those milestone birthdays and anniversaries we love to celebrate, and of course planning all the jewellery we will wear to these events.
Across the globe 2026 is shaping up to be a year full of excitement. The FIFA World Cup will take place across Canada, Mexico, and the USA, America turns 250 years old, the Winter Olympics and Paralympics are taking place in February, the Spice Girls celebrate their 30th anniversary (for those who remember!), there will be all the annual music festivals and for us, this year is especially meaningful as we celebrate our own 30th anniversary, with beautiful jewellery at the heart of it all.
A Year of Strength, Movement & Elegance
On February 17th, we enter the Year of the Fire Horse in the Chinese zodiac—a symbol of endurance, independence, and powerful forward motion. The horse represents strength, momentum, and quiet confidence, and we expect these qualities to influence design throughout the year. Look out for equestrian-inspired details, refined horse-bit motifs, and fluid, sculptural forms that feel modern while gently nodding to heritage.
Elegant 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring featuring six round rubies and seven brilliant-cut diamonds in a sophisticated cutaway claw setting.
Round Faceted Rubies
6 pcs
0.35ct
Modern Round Brilliant Diamond
7 pcs
0.37ct
F/G Colour
VS/SI Clarity
Cutaway Claw Set
2.5mm Width
Size N ½
Total Gross Weight 2.96g
Hallmarked 750 18ct Gold
Chichester Cross mark
G71673
Colour Direction: Cloud Dancer & Earthy Neutrals
This year’s palette softens, moving away from richer tones like mocha mousse while still embracing warmth. Pantone’s Cloud Dancer, a light and airy neutral, sets the tone alongside sand, stone, taupe, and warm greys. Whether these shades move beyond fashion and interiors into jewellery remains to be seen, but they provide a beautiful backdrop for precious metals and gemstones to shine.
Fine Moonstone
5.90ct
Rub Over Set with Millegrain
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
0.15ct I/J Colour, SI Clarity
0.33ct F/G Colour, SI Clarity
0.48ct Total Weight
Grain Set with Millegrain Edge
18" Trace Chain in 9ct White Gold
Total Gross Weight 8.49g
Hallmarked Platimum (950), 9ct Gold (375)
Chichester Cross Mark
Coronation Mark
G70092
South Sea Pearls
13mm Diameter
18ct White Gold
Post & Scroll Fittings
Hallmarked 18ct White Gold (750)
Total Gross Weight: 8.29g
G64421
While teal sapphires and blue-green stones have dominated recent years, major jewellery houses are predicting a return to bold colour this spring/summer—think rubies, pink and yellow sapphires, tanzanites, and emeralds—alongside earthy diamond tones. De Beers’ Desert Diamonds campaign highlights chocolate, honey, champagne, and cognac diamonds inspired by desert landscapes. As neutral wardrobes continue to prevail, statement jewellery becomes a wonderful way to express personality and individuality.
Jewellery Trends said to Shape the Year
Here’s what we’re expecting to see more of in 2026:
Maximum layering and convertible pieces for effortless styling
A playful return to the 1970s with bold shapes and vibrant colour
Sculptural minimalism—strong forms with restrained detail
Textural finishes such as brushed, hammered, and matte gold
Symbolic motifs reflecting strength, movement, and personal meaning
Gold in Focus
With gold prices continuing to rise, there’s renewed appreciation for gold jewellery as both an emotional and enduring investment. Higher values are encouraging more intentional design—clean lines, considered weight, and pieces crafted to be worn often and treasured for generations. Heirloom-quality craftsmanship and bespoke design are firmly back in focus, replacing fast-fashion accessories.
Gold prices are expected to rise more steadily this year—around 5% compared to last year’s dramatic increase—although this will, as always, depend on global economic and political stability.
As the year unfolds, we look forward to sharing designs inspired by these influences—jewellery made to move with you, mark meaningful moments, and feel quietly powerful, bringing confidence and that unmistakable feel-good factor when worn.
Elegant Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18ct Yellow Gold, set with 0.20ct of round brilliant cut diamonds in a classic claw setting for maximum sparkle.
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
0.20ct Total Weight
Claw Set
Total Gross Weight 1.83g
Hallmarked 750 18ct Gold
G71507
Reminder: Caring for Your Jewellery
As the sparkle of party season fades, the quieter winter months are the perfect time to care for your treasured pieces:
Deep cleaning to restore brilliance
Resizing for the perfect fit
Repairs to clasps, settings, or loose stones
Claw retipping for added security
Valuation updates for insurance or records
Pop in anytime—we’d love to check over your favourites, refresh their shine, and have them ready to dazzle when summer arrives.
A sparkling lab created round brilliant cut line bracelet, set with 4.06cts of lab-created diamonds. This bracelet has been set in 9ct white gold.
Modern Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
4.06ct Total Weight
F Colour
VS Clarity
Claw Set
Total Gross Weight 6.27g
Hallmarked 375 9ct Gold
G71508
Important Dates for Your Diary
Valuations
There are no valuation appointments for January but the next available appointment is Tuesday 3rd February, with limited slots remaining. Please contact us to book a slot.
If you miss this date, the following appointment is Tuesday 10th March.
Please remember to bring all original packaging, paperwork, and receipts, as these are essential for accurate valuation.
Stay Connected ✨
Keep reading for our latest workshop releases and gemstone insights on the blog—and don’t forget to stay in touch:
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Wishing you a wonderful January.
Stay sparkling,
The Timothy Roe Team
Latest Releases From The Workshop:
Round Faceted Sapphires
0.50ct Total Weight
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
0.22ct Total weight
G/H Colour
SI1/2 Clarity
Claw Set
Total Gross Weight 1.42g
Hallmarked 375 9ct Gold
Chichester Cross Mark
G71729
A multi sapphire and diamond cluster necklace. The pendant is set with round faceted sapphires, the largest is 0.65cts, with the smaller ones totalling 0.59cts. Also set with clusters of diamonds totalling 0.54cts. This necklace has been handcrafted in 9ct white gold and features two floating sections of diamonds and sapphires on the chain.
Round Faceted Sapphires
Largest 0.65ct
Smaller Sapphires 0.59ct total weight
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
0.54ct Total Weight
G/H Colour
SI1/2 Clarity
19" in Length
Total Gross Weight 4.46g
Hallmarked 375 9ct Gold
G71728
A vivid oval emerald, complemented by a modern round brilliant diamond, adding a refined sparkle without overpowering the rich green of the emerald. Securely rub over set on an 18” trace chain in 9ct yellow gold
Oval Emerald
0.86ct
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
0.11ct
H/I Colour
SI1/2 Clarity
Rub Over Set
18" Trace Chain
Total Gross Weight 2.84g
Hallmarked 375 9ct gold
G71746
7-7.5mm White Round Pearls
9ct yellow gold trace chain
Total Gross Weight 3.74g
Hallmarked 375 9ct Gold
G70865
Cushion Shaped Aquamarine
0.84ct
Modern Round Brilliant Diamond
0.11ct
H/I Colour
SI1/2 Clariy
Rub Over Set
18" Trace Chain
Total Gross Weight 2.92g
Hallmarked 375 9ct gold
G71749
A beautiful diamond full eternity ring. Five princess cut diamonds, set with tapered sections of round brilliant cut diamonds, to make a full eternity ring. This ring has been handcrafted in platinum and has both grain set and rub-over set stones with millegrain edges.
Princess Cut Diamonds
5 pcs
0.17ct Total Weight
F/G Colour
VS/SI Clarity
Rub Over Set with Millegrain Edge
Modern Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
0.14ct Total Weight
F/G Colour
VS/SI Clarity
Grain Set with Millegrain Edge
Finger Size L
Total Gross Weight 3.32g
Hallmarked 950 Platinum
Chichester Cross Mark
G70709
Round Faceted Aquamarines
10 pcs
0.18ct Total Weight
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
9 pcs
0.13ct Total Weight
F/G Colour, VS/SI Clarity
Cut Away Claw Set
50% Spread
2.0mm Width
Finger Size M ½
Total Gross Weight 2.88g
Hallmarked 950 Platinum
Chichester Cross Mark
G71329
An enchanting tourmaline and diamond ring. Featuring a central octagonal step cut tourmaline totalling 1.16cts, rub-over set with tapered grain set diamond shoulders. This ring has been handcrafted in 9ct yellow gold and the edges are finished with millegrain.
Octagonal Step Cut Tourmaline
1.16ct
Cut in our Chichester Workshop
Rub Over Set with Millegrain Edge
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
6 pcs, 0.04ct Total Weight, F/G Colour, VS/SI Clarity
Grain Set with Millegrain Edge
Finger Size L ½
Total Gross Weight 2.10g
Hallmarked 375 9ct Gold
Chichester Cross Mark
G71327
A solid 9ct gold bangle, with a court style profile, handcrafted in our Chichester workshop.
3mm Width
Inside Diameter 62mm
Total Gross Weight 10.33g
Hallmarked 375 9ct Gold
Chichester Cross Mark
G71377
Platinum three-stone diamond ring featuring a 0.40ct centre diamond and two 0.27ct side stones. All GIA certified. Set in an elegant U-claw design.
Modern Round Brilliant Diamonds
3 pcs
0.40ct, E Colour, SI1 Clarity, GIA diamond report 2508343343
0.27ct, E colour, SI1 Clarity, GIA diamond report 1453315997
0.27ct, E colour, SI1 clarity, GIA diamond report 1508453387
U Claw Setting
Finger Size L ½
Total Gross Weight 5.28g
Hallmarked 950 Platinum
Chichester Cross Mark
G71603
Lab created green diamond daisy cluster ring in platinum, featuring a 1.01ct fancy vivid green centre diamond with IGI report and white diamond accents
Lab Created Round Brilliant Diamonds
Centre
Fancy Vivid Green Diamond, 1.01ct in Weight, IGI Diamond Report LG673415363
Cluster
0.44ct Total Weight
Shoulders
0.09ct Total Weight
D/E/F Colour, VS1/2 Clarity
Finger Size M
Total Gross Weight 6.18g
Hallmarked 950 Platinum
Chichester Cross Mark
G71705
Elegant lab created pink pear shape diamond three stone ring, showcasing a 1.02ct IGI certified pink centre stone. Complimented by two additional pear shape diamonds. All securely claw set in platinum.
Lab Created Pink Pear Shape Diamond
1.02ct
IGI Diamond Report LG678575778
Side Stones
Lab Created Pear Shape Diamonds
2 pcs
0.32ct Total Weight
F Colour
VS2 Clarity
Claw Set
Finger Size L ½
Total Gross Weight 4.48g
Hallmarked 950 Platinum
Chichester Cross Mark
G71766
News From the Bench:
Meet our apprentice, Brad. Here is our Q&A with our newest member of the team:
1. What made you interested in jewellery and what has been your background to date?
My interest in jewellery comes from a passion for fine metalwork, mostly as a bladesmith and knifemaker, but also as a bronze caster. I also enjoy using these skills to bring old things back to life restoring antique tools, watches, and musical instruments, as well as jewellery of course. Metalwork doesn't get finer than goldsmithing, and that's what made me want to move into this area.
2. What’s your favourite tool?
My favourite tool is the hammer. You can shape metal with it but also create beautiful finishes and sculptural effects. It’s a universal tool for multiple things.
3. What was your favourite project?
All my favourite projects are ones which involve repairing something that means a lot to someone, it's always a privilege to be able to help.
4. What do you like about your job?
The work itself is what I like most about my job, I find it very satisfying.
5. Favourite metal or gemstone?
My favourite metal is gold, and I like deep red gemstones, like garnets and dark rubies.
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