Experience behind the scenes and see our very own gemmologists, designers, goldsmiths and gemstone cutters in action. Please visit our website again soon to see the next in the series of our exclusive behind-the-scenes films: let us share some of our secrets with you!
Lapidary Tutorial: How to carve quartz in 5 easy steps
Learn how we carve quartz in these 5 easy summary steps with Jan from our Lapidary.
Choosing a Blue Gemstone
With so many gorgeous gemstones to choose from, we've decided to put together a short series of films with tips and pointers for choosing a gemstone. Join Anita as she talks about her favourite blue gemstones.
Gemstone Cutting
Holts in-house lapidary department is a testimony to the best British gemstone cutting and design. We cater for all designs from simple cabochons to complex carvings, drilling, polishing and faceting. Using our award-winning apprenticeship scheme, Holts has produced some of the finest craftspeople in the the world.
Choosing a Green Gemstone
How do you choose the perfect green gemstone? With so many gemstones to choose from Anita Shenoi talks you through some of her favourites at Holts.
Design Portfolio
Get inspiration when you come in for your bespoke consultation with our design portfolio.
Loose Gemstones
At Holts we stock a large range of calibrated precious and semi-precious
gemstones in the most commonly used shapes, sizes and cutting styles.
Goldsmithing
The art of goldsmithing is integral to the process of ‘Rock to Ring’, the key skill here being able to interpret a design concept into a beautifully crafted article of precious jewellery.
Gemstone Testing and Jewellery Valuations
The experience and knowledge we have acquired over this time is available to you in our valuation and gem testing service. Our on-site service will provide you with detailed identification of the jewellery pieces with their descriptions and values for the purpose of insurance valuations.
Training
Holts has been offering the public and trade training in vital skills for over a decade now through
Holts Academy.
From Rough Agate to Polished Cabochon
Learn how to turn rough agate into a beautiful drop shape cabochon by hand from Jan, one of our qualified lapidary.
Pearl and Bead Stringing
Holts is renowned for its stringing service, which may involve creating a completely new necklace using a strand of gemstones and clasp of your choice, or restringing inherited pearl necklaces.
Bespoke Jewellery - Rock to Ring
Holts, award-winning centre of
bespoke jewellery design and globally renowned craftsmanship, is the natural choice for customers seeking something truly special. Using the latest 3D design software, our jewellery design team is proud to be able to help you select gems and transform your ideas into a unique creation.