Jewellery Guides

Some things are meant for each other – like how the right choice of wedding ring can beautifully complement your engagement ring. Matching a wedding ring to the engagement ring you already wear is an important item as you prepare for your big day. The right choice of wedding ring depends on many factors, including: […]

When it comes to choosing a diamond ring, you’ll hear about the Four C’s of diamonds (cut, colour, clarity, and carats). There’s something else you’ll want to know though, if you’re viewing rings online and therefore can’t actually see the physical object. It’s ‘just how big is that diamond?’.  With that in mind, here’s our […]

For men about to get married, choosing a wedding ring can seem like a daunting task – particularly if they have little or no previous experience of wearing a ring or any other sort of jewellery. The bride-to-be will most likely have a good idea of the type of wedding ring she would like, but […]

If you want to find out what size ring you need for your finger, and you are unable to have your finger measured by a jeweller, there are two simple ways of doing it yourself. Option 1 Draw a straight line on a piece of paper. Place a ring that fits the finger you want […]

‘Can my gold be melted down to make a new ring?’ We often get asked this question. Sometimes we’re asked by a person who has inherited an old ring from a parent or grandparent, and would like it melted down to form the basis of a new ring. Sometimes, we’re asked by somebody who would […]

Buying a perfect vintage engagement ring is a head-spinning task for many. When buying an engagement ring, many questions keep occurring to us, such as, will it look good on me and suit my lifestyle, will it match the engagement theme, what type of engagement ring should I buy and other similar questions. Before you […]

If you’re buying an engagement ring, you’re obviously with someone very, very special! And a beautiful engagement ring to go with your promise to marry will make your love even more special. While all sorts of engagement rings are available, it can be difficult at first to find the one that just seems perfect for […]

Silver jewellery remains ever-popular, thanks to its mirror shine and how it can be worn alongside white gold, as for most people, there is no discernible difference between the two metals. At Lorimat Jewellers in Kilkenny, we have a large collection of beautiful silver jewellery, suitable for all tastes, budgets, and occasions. We are always […]

Buying the perfect engagement ring for your loved one should not be too difficult or overwhelming a task. Taking enough time to acquire the right knowledge regarding to what to look for in an engagement ring will certainly make your shopping experience more pleasant and easier. Here are three important points to consider in the […]

If you love vintage rings and are doing some research before you come to see us, you’ll probably come across terms like ‘Victorian’, ‘Edwardian’, ‘Art Deco’, and more. That can be a little confusing if you’re not an expert on the history of jewellery making, so we’ve put together this Vintage Rings Style Guide to […]