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Gold and diamond jewellery in Birmingham

Gold Jewellery Birmingham

Explore gold jewellery at our Birmingham boutique or shop online. Our collection includes gold earrings, bangles, rings and diamond jewellery, with bespoke design for pieces shaped around your style, occasion and budget.

Visit us at 581 Stratford Rd, Birmingham B11 4LS, United Kingdom. Our team can help you compare gold carats, colours, sizes and diamond settings in person.

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Shop Gold Jewellery by Type

Choose a piece for day-to-day wear, a meaningful gift or a milestone. Live product details show the metal and stone specifications for each design.

Gold rings

Explore gold and diamond rings for engagements, weddings, anniversaries and personal collections. We can help you assess band width, setting style and ring size before you buy.

Our range includes diamond rings, wedding bands, eternity designs and stacking rings. If you have a specific combination in mind, ask us about a bespoke design.

Gold earrings

Gold earrings make versatile gifts and work across both understated and statement styles. Choose from the designs in our live collection, then check each product page for its gold and stone specifications.

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Gold chains and pendants

A chain or pendant gives you flexibility over length, weight and styling. Consider the neckline you wear most, the size of any pendant and whether you plan to layer the chain with another piece.

Contact our Birmingham team to ask about the chains and pendants in stock.

Gold bracelets and bangles

Compare slim bangles with broader designs, then consider how each piece will sit beside a watch or existing bracelet. Your wrist size and preferred fit will help us narrow the choice.

Explore gold bangles

Engagement, wedding and eternity jewellery

Gold provides a classic setting for diamonds and creates scope for matching an engagement ring with a wedding or eternity band. Bring your existing ring to our boutique if you want to compare profiles, gold colours and band widths in person.


Choosing Between 9ct, 18ct, 22ct and 24ct Gold

Carat describes the proportion of pure gold in an alloy. In the UK, jewellers use “ct” in the same way that some retailers use “K”.

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9ct gold contains 37.5% pure gold. Its fineness mark is 375. The higher proportion of alloy metals gives it strength for frequent wear.

18ct gold contains 75% pure gold. Its fineness mark is 750. It offers a rich gold content with greater resistance to wear than higher-purity options.

22ct gold contains 91.6% pure gold. Its fineness mark is 916. It has a rich yellow tone and needs more care than 9ct or 18ct gold.

24ct gold represents near-pure gold. Its fineness mark is 999. Its softness makes it more prone to marks and changes in shape.

We specialise in gold jewellery and take pride in 18ct and 24ct combinations. The exact carat depends on the design, construction and live range, so check the product specifications or speak with us before ordering.

Is a higher carat better?

A higher carat means a higher proportion of pure gold. Your intended use should guide your choice.

For a ring that faces frequent contact, 9ct or 18ct may give you the balance you want between gold content and durability. A 22ct or 24ct piece may suit you if you value a high-purity gold colour and can give the jewellery more care.

Design also affects durability. Band thickness, stone setting and clasp construction can matter as much as carat.

Understanding UK gold hallmarks

A hallmark confirms the metal’s fineness. UK hallmarks can include a sponsor’s mark, an assay office mark and a fineness number such as 375 or 750. An approved assay office applies the hallmark after testing the item against the required standard.

Check the product description for the stated carat and ask our team if you want help reading a hallmark.

Yellow, White and Rose Gold

Gold colour changes the character of a piece and affects how it sits beside your existing jewellery. Availability varies by design, so ask us about the colour options for the piece you have chosen.

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Yellow gold

Yellow gold retains the warm colour associated with traditional gold jewellery. It pairs well with colourless diamonds and works with both classic and ornate designs. It also sits well beside other yellow-gold chains, rings and bangles.

White gold

White gold combines gold with pale alloy metals. Many white-gold pieces carry a rhodium finish, which gives the surface a bright white appearance. Friction can thin this finish over time, so a jeweller may recommend fresh rhodium plating after signs of wear appear.

White gold creates a close colour match with colourless diamonds and offers a clean setting for engagement and eternity rings.

Rose gold

Goldsmiths create rose gold by adding copper-rich alloy metals to gold. The result has a warm pink tone that works well with diamonds and mixed-metal jewellery.

If you plan to stack rose gold beside another ring, compare the pieces in person. Different carats and alloy recipes can create colour variations.

Gold Jewellery for Gifts and Milestones

The intended wearer gives you a useful starting point. Look at the gold colour they wear, the scale of their jewellery and whether they favour plain metal or diamond accents.

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Everyday gifts

Gold earrings, slim bangles and simple pendants suit regular wear. Check the clasp, weight and dimensions before buying. These details affect comfort and how the piece sits.

Birthdays and anniversaries

A birthstone, diamond accent or engraved detail can connect the design to the occasion. Our bespoke service gives you scope to discuss personal elements where the chosen design permits them.

Engagements and weddings

Consider how an engagement ring will fit beside a wedding band. Setting height, band profile and diamond placement affect the final pairing. We can compare these details with you at our Birmingham boutique.

Eternity rings and stacking rings

Eternity and stacking rings can mark an anniversary, birth or personal milestone. Bring any rings you plan to wear alongside the new piece so we can review colour, shape and fit.

Buying gold jewellery as a gift

Bring or note these details before you visit

  • The recipient’s ring, wrist or preferred chain size
  • Their usual gold colour and jewellery style
  • Your budget and preferred carat
  • The date of the occasion

If you do not know the size, contact us before ordering. We can explain the measurements that matter for the type of jewellery you have chosen.

Bespoke Gold Jewellery in Birmingham

Bespoke design suits you if you want a distinctive engagement ring, a personalised gift or a gold and diamond piece built around a specific idea. You can also use the service to explore an 18ct and 24ct combination where the design and construction permit it.

Your consultation

We begin with the person, occasion and budget. Bring reference images, an existing piece or a sketch if you have one. You can also start with a description of the style you want.

Metal, stone and design choices

We discuss the gold carat, colour, dimensions and finish. For diamond jewellery, we also review the stone shape, size and setting. We specialise in lab-grown diamonds and can explain the available options for your design.

Quote and approval

We give you a quote based on the approved design and chosen materials. We also confirm the payment terms, expected production schedule and any points that need your approval before we begin work.

Making your jewellery

Once you approve the design and quote, we make the piece to the agreed specification. We confirm the collection or delivery arrangements with you as part of the order.

Discuss custom engagement rings

Start a bespoke jewellery enquiry

Call +44 121 773 4222 or visit our Stratford Road boutique to discuss your idea.

Start a bespoke jewellery enquiry

Why Visit Our Birmingham Jewellery Boutique?

Photographs cannot show every difference in gold tone, weight or scale. At our boutique, you can view pieces in person and compare how they look against your skin and existing jewellery.

Our team can help you

  • Compare gold carats and colours
  • Check ring, wrist or chain sizing
  • Review diamond settings and band profiles
  • Discuss lab-grown diamond jewellery
  • Develop a bespoke gold jewellery brief
  • Check the specifications of a piece before purchase
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Find us at

Karat Goldsmiths
581 Stratford Rd
Birmingham B11 4LS
United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 121 773 4222

If you want to view a specific product, call us before your visit so our team can confirm its store availability.

Gold Jewellery Birmingham FAQs

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Is 9ct or 18ct gold better for everyday wear?

Both can work for regular wear. 9ct gold contains more alloy metal and offers good resistance to knocks. 18ct gold contains more pure gold while retaining enough alloy content for many rings, earrings and bracelets.

Your jewellery type and design also affect the choice. A ring faces more surface contact than a pendant, while fine clasps and raised stone settings need care at any carat.

18ct vs 24ct gold: what is the difference?

18ct gold contains 75% pure gold, while 24ct gold represents near-pure gold. Goldsmiths add alloy metals to 18ct gold to increase strength and adjust its colour. The high purity of 24ct gold gives it a rich yellow tone and a softer structure.

We can help you assess whether 18ct, 24ct or a considered combination suits your chosen design.

Can I view gold jewellery in your Birmingham store?

Yes. Visit us at 581 Stratford Rd, Birmingham B11 4LS. You can compare gold colours, assess proportions and discuss sizing with our team. Call +44 121 773 4222 if you want to check a specific product before travelling.

Can you make custom gold jewellery?

Yes. We create bespoke jewellery for customers who want a personal design, including engagement rings and gold pieces with lab-grown diamonds. We discuss your design brief, materials and budget before giving you a quote.

Can gold jewellery include lab-grown diamonds?

Yes. We specialise in lab-grown diamond jewellery and can set lab-grown diamonds in suitable gold designs. Lab-grown and natural diamonds share the same crystal structure and material properties. Their origins differ: laboratories grow one type, while geological processes form the other beneath the earth.

The product details or bespoke quote will confirm the gold and diamond specifications for your piece.

Does gold jewellery last?

Gold jewellery can last for generations when you choose a suitable design and care for it. Carat, thickness, clasps and stone settings all affect wear. Rings and bracelets face more contact than earrings or pendants.

Ask us for guidance based on the piece you plan to buy and how you intend to wear it.

How do I care for gold jewellery?

Remove gold jewellery before sport, manual work and contact with household chemicals. Use warm water, mild soap and a soft cloth for light cleaning, then dry the piece before storage.

Keep pieces apart to reduce scratches. Seek advice from a jeweller if you notice a loose stone, damaged clasp or change in shape. White-gold jewellery may need fresh rhodium plating after the finish wears.

Can I buy gold jewellery online?

Yes. Browse our online collections to view available designs and product specifications. You can also call our team if you want advice about carat, sizing or a piece in the live range.

Find Your Gold Jewellery in Birmingham

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Shop our gold jewellery online or visit our boutique at 581 Stratford Rd. We can help you choose an existing design or discuss a bespoke piece with gold and lab-grown diamonds.

Browse gold jewellery online Visit our Birmingham boutique

Call +44 121 773 4222

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