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Welcome to the Augustine Jewels FAQ Page, your go-to resource for answers to the most commonly asked questions about our brand and exquisite jewellery collections.
We recommend coming into our store to get an accurate ring size measurement, but we do have a free online ring sizer to download here. Alternatively you can measure the internal diameter of a ring that fits you and you can find your size by looking it up on this chart here.
We offer one free ring resize if the ring doesn't fit the first time, so don't worry you'll be able to get your ring the perfect size! If you're uncertain please refer to our FAQ on finding your ring size.
All of our Gold Jewellery pieces are hallmarked by the UK Assay Office in line with UK regulations. As well as all of our Silver jewellery, over a certain weight.
You can read about the UK Hallmark system here: https://www.assayofficelondon.co.uk/hallmarking/what-is-a-hallmark
Our products are made in our workshops in London and Jaipur. All of our bespoke pieces are made in London.
Our gemstones are sourced from all over the world, but we particularly like Kashmiri Sapphires, Colombian and Brazilian Emeralds and Sri Lankan Aquamarines. Due to the political conflicts and trade embargos in Myanmar most of our Rubies now come from Mozambique or Thailand. If we are sourcing a rare Diamond we will look to find it in New York, Antwerp, Israel and South Africa.
We buy our Silver, Gold and Platinum in London. We can also supply recycled Gold.
Augustine Jewels takes no part in the use of conflict diamonds and follows the Kimberley Process.
We accept all major card holders as well as PayPal and Google Pay.
You can pay in installments, thanks to the addition of Klarna to our checkout.
You will receive an automated email once you have purchased as well as another email once the piece has been sent out informing you of the tracking information.
Yes we do. You can purchase a gift card here.
Yes you can, please check the box 'pickup from store' when checking out. Once the product is ready we will send you an email letting you know you can come and collect it.
UK SHIPPING
Standard delivery (Royal Mail): Free for orders of up to £1000
Signed For Delivery: £4.30 for orders of up to £300, free for orders over £300
Next Day Special Delivery (Royal Mail): £10.00
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Standard delivery (UPS): Free for orders up to £1000
Royal Mail Special Delivery arrives the next day, Royal Mail Tracked arrives within 2 days, Royal Mail International arrives within a week, UPS International Courier arrives, usually, within 48 hours depending on the destination. UPS Couriers are used for items over £1000
We accept returns, repairs and replacements of ready-to-wear items within 30 days after the purchase date. The piece must not have been worn and must be returned in perfect condition. You'll need to inform us of your intent to return by email (victoire@augustinejewels.com) after which you will be provided with a return address.In certain circumstances we would be happy to offer a credit note to be used in store upon return.
For any purchases out of the UK, there may be import duties to be paid. If you have specific questions about this please email Victoire (victoire@augustinejewels.com). Usually for low cost items there is no import duty.
Yes, our products are insured during the transit.
Yes you can, assuming your purchase has not already been sent, please email info@augustinejewels.com if you need to amend your shipping address after your purchase.
Yes, we can spruce up your old jewellery. This is usually priced at £50 per piece, unless the piece is more delicate and complicated in which a quote will be provided.
Jewellery should be washed only with warm water, a baby toothbrush and a small amount of washing up liquid. For any more serious cleaning issues, do come and see us in store for guidance.
If you have any more specific questions regarding a potential piece, please do email Alexandra at alexandra@augustinejewels.com
The fastest we have ever made an engagement ring is 24 hours! However, normally we say to allow 2-3 weeks for the design process and then 4-6 weeks after the design is confirmed.
If you have any old jewellery sitting in a safe or in a drawer that you'll never use, we'd be delighted to recycle and redesign the piece to make something much more suited to you!
Sorry no, to enjoy our gem talks you must sign up and listen to them online. However, you can enjoy some of our blog content which may cover similar topics here.
After school but before university Alexandra attended Esmod School of Design (https://www.esmod.com/en/) in Paris where she won an award for jewellery design. From there Alexandra attended and graduated from Cambridge University (https://www.cam.ac.uk/) with a degree in History. Following a business career with Accenture she became a partner with a lead responsibility in CRM for retail and consumer companies. After a career break for her children, Alexandra took courses in jewellery design, coloured stone grading, diamond grading and jewellery professional at the GIA (https://www.gia.edu/gem-education/london).