About Us – Welcome to Carus Jewellery

Hello and you are very welcome to Carus Jewellery. We are John and Elaine Hoyne, and we are delighted to share our lifelong passion for Antique and Vintage jewellery with you. We established Carus Jewellery as a private, by-appointment boutique here in Dublin, Ireland. Driven by a commitment to offering our clients a curated collection of exceptional, heirloom-quality pieces of Antique Jewellery. We developed this website in response to growing demand for online accessibility worldwide, bringing the intimacy and trust of a boutique jeweller to you in the comfort of your home. Every piece of jewellery in our collection has its own unique provenance and it is our privilege to connect its history with you.
Carus Jewellery is built on the combined expertise, trust and shared commitment of a husband and wife team. With over 25 years experience in the industry, we are antique jewellery specialists.

John Hoyne, Owner and Antique Jewellery Specialist at Carus Jewellery

John Hoyne, Founder and Antique Jewellery Specialist

I am the founder and co-owner of Carus Jewellery, and I am responsible for the sourcing and authentication of every piece of jewellery in our collection. My expertise is built on years of hands-on experience in gemological verification and the meticulous appraisal of period jewellery. I authenticate each and every piece for its age, materials and condition. After which, I issue a certificate of authenticity for each piece. This rigorous process underpins our commitment to providing the highest level of trust and expertise in the antique jewellery market.
As an antique jewellery specialist, I am a contributing author to Carus Jewellery`s blog. I have authored numerous jewellery informational articles on gemology, historical jewellery periods and identification techniques. Ensuring you have complete knowledge about your investment. You can find a list of my articles at https://carusjewellery.com/author/john-hoyne/

You can also connect with John Hoyne at https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-hoyne-carus-jewellery/

Elaine Hoyne, Co-Owner and Antique Jeweller

I have been involved in the Antique and Vintage jewellery industry all of my life. I bring a depth of knowledge and expertise in period jewellery appraisal, historical styles and gemology. As co-owner, I manage the crucial link between our exquisite collection and our clients. My focus is ensuring a truly bespoke and memorable experience, from the moment you discover a piece to the day it arrives at your door. I combine a keen eye for style and design with an intricate understanding of the antique jewellery market. I specialise in client relations, guiding clients through our collection and assisting with style choices.
I also manage our marketing campaigns and oversee the e-commerce operations, ensuring every interaction is seamless and professional. I am dedicated to upholding the highest standards of gemological knowledge and ethical practice within the antique jewellery market, promoting its sustainability and timeless value. I share this knowledge as a contributing author to Carus Jewellery`s blog. You can find a list of my articles at https://carusjewellery.com/author/elaine-hoyne/

You can also connect with Elaine Hoyne at https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaine-hoyne-441720386/

Elaine Hoyne, Co-owner and Antique Jeweller at Carus Jewellery

Our Commitment to Quality

We don`t simply acquire jewellery, we curate a collection of exquisite heirlooms. Our selection process is exceptionally rigorous, ensuring only pieces of the highest quality, condition and elegance make it into the Carus Collection.
Aesthetic Curation: We begin our selection process by looking for elegant and timeless design. Each piece must possess a striking beauty, along with classic aesthetic design that will remain fashionable through the ages.
Condition & Quality: In order for a piece to pass our condition and quality checks, the item must be of heirloom standard. The piece must be in extremely good condition and of exceptional quality. We examine all settings, clasps, materials and gemstones to ensure it is not simply wearable now, but truly of heirloom quality which can be passed down through generations.
Expert Authentication: This is the final and most important part of the process. We meticulously verify the age, materials and techniques used to craft the item. These checks must be inline with the historic period of the piece in question. This expertise allows us to confidently distinguish between original period craftsmanship and later repairs or alterations. It also allows reproductions to be identified. After these checks have been completed, a certificate of authenticity is issued for each piece.

Our Name

Our name, Carus is the Latin word for precious. A fitting tribute to the fine jewellery we offer and to the value we place on our client relationships.

Every piece in our collection is a unique, one-of-a-kind treasure with its own provenance. We believe that fine jewellery not only adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to any outfit but truly lifts your confidence and mood as well.

Our Service

We pride ourselves on being highly personable, responsive and dedicated to customer service. To ensure your purchase is both enjoyable and risk-free, we offer a number of complimentary services.

  • 30 Day Returns on all orders.
  • Free Ring Re-Sizing.
  • Free Delivery Worldwide.
  • Free Gift Wrapping.

The Environment and Sustainable Luxury

Choosing fine estate jewellery is an inherently sustainable and ethical choice. By purchasing jewellery whose mining and production took place historically. You are selecting a piece of jewellery with no carbon footprint associated with your purchase.
Sustainable Sourcing: We are committed to the principle of sustainability in luxury. Estate jewellery is the ultimate form of conservation, ensuring these treasured items are preserved for future generations.
Timeless & Fashionable: Fine estate jewellery tends to be of classic design that transcends time. The materials used in its creation typically, are of superior quality and weight. Also, the skilled craftsmanship used to make period jewellery, is absent from modern mass-produced jewellery. This not only makes estate jewellery a beautiful investment, but makes it truly sustainable as it will never fall out of style.
Creating Heirlooms: When you purchase a piece of antique jewellery from our collection. You are continuing a legacy, ensuring these pieces are loved, cherished and get passed down within your own family. Ensuring their status as family heirlooms for centuries to come.
You can find more information about our commitment to environmental responsibility at https://carusjewellery.com/sustainability-in-jewellery/

Resources

Estate jewellery typically spans several hundred years of history, starting with the Georgian Era in 1714 and continuing through to the relatively recent Vintage Era. We believe that an informed customer is a confident customer. To help you gain a better understanding of these historical jewellery periods, we have developed an extensive jewellery information section and a dedicated expert blog.
History of Jewellery: In this section, you will find detailed articles on each jewellery period. Where we discuss the history, main styles and specific ways in which you can date estate jewellery for each period.
Precious & Semi-Precious Gemstones: In this section, you will find in-depth articles on individual gemstones. Detailing each gemstone`s history, meaning, formation, treatment processes and identification characteristics.
General Information: In this section, you will find practical expert knowledge to ensure you can make an informed choice on your investment. Detailing a diamond buying guide, care of antique jewellery, ring size guide and more.

Jewellery Information: https://carusjewellery.com/jewellery-information/
Expert Blog: https://carusjewellery.com/blog/

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