Minar Jewellers

Minar Jewellers Multi Award Winning London Jeweller

01/06/2026

When gold prices rise, do people stop buying? 👀

You'd think the answer would be yes.
But after decades in the trade, the reality is more nuanced than that.

Yes, rising prices make people stop and think. But when there's an occasion on the horizon, a wedding, a milestone, a gift that matters, the price of gold rarely changes the decision.

If you need it, you buy it. That's what four generations of this business has shown us.

If you'd like to explore our full range of gold and jewellery collections, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

29/05/2026

Does gold jewellery tarnish? Here's the truth 👀

It depends entirely on the carat.

24 carat is the purest gold you can buy and 22 carat doesn't tarnish either.
You might notice a little discolouration over time, but that's easily polished away and you're back to the original colour.

It's lower carat gold like 9 carat where it becomes more of a factor.
The copper and silver alloys within it make it more reactive, particularly if it's left on a radiator.

The higher the carat, the purer the gold, and the more resistant it is.

If you'd like to explore our full range of gold jewellery, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

28/05/2026

Did Gold Really Hit a Record High in 2026? 📈
Yes, and the number is staggering 👇

Gold hit $5,500 per ounce on 2nd March 2026.
By the end of March it had pulled back to $4,700, but that's still up 47.5% from last year.

With ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East and tensions between the US and Iran, gold continues to be the safe haven investors and central banks are turning to.

If you'd like to explore our full range of gold and jewellery collections, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

27/05/2026

Solid Gold vs Gold Plated Jewellery 👀

Ever wondered what the difference is?

A Jeweller explains…

If you want to see our full collection of stunning gold jewellery, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

26/05/2026

Eid Mubarak! ✨

Are you still looking for the perfect gift?

We’ve rounded up our most-loved pieces all under £1,000, so you can make this Eid unforgettable.

What jewellery piece is your favourite? 🤔

Shop in-store or online at minarjewellers.com

22/05/2026

How Do You Know If Your Gold Is Hollow? 🤔

This is harder to spot than you’d think, and here’s why 👇

Gold is an incredibly dense metal, so even a hollow piece can still feel surprisingly heavy.
The only real way to tell? Experience.

It’s something our team can spot just by feeling the heft of a piece, but for most people, it’s almost impossible to know without expert eyes.

If you’d like to explore our full range of gold and jewellery collections, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

21/05/2026

Why Are Central Banks Ditching Dollars for Gold?
The trend is clear...

Global instability is driving central banks away from dollar reserves and straight into gold.
For the first time in history, gold reserves held by central banks have overtaken their dollar reserves, a statistic that just came out from the World Gold Council.

When the world’s biggest financial institutions are making this move, it’s worth paying attention.

If you’d like to explore our full range of gold and jewellery collections, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

20/05/2026

Most people buy gold without checking the ONE thing that proves it’s real.

A hallmark is a tiny stamp on your jewellery that legally certifies its purity. In the UK, it’s been law since 1300. No hallmark, no guarantee.

Here’s what to look for:
✅ The sponsor’s mark (who made it)
✅ The fineness number (375 = 9ct, 750 = 18ct, 916 = 22ct, 999 = pure)
✅ The assay office mark (London, Birmingham, Sheffield, or Edinburgh)
✅ The date letter

No hallmark means no proof of purity. You could be paying 22ct prices for 9ct gold and never know.

Before you spend a penny on gold, flip the piece over and check the stamp. If it’s missing, walk away.

19/05/2026

Here’s a checklist you need before buying any jewellery ✅

At Minar Jewellers every single one of these boxes is checked thoroughly before a piece reaches you.

If you’d like to explore our full range of gold and jewellery collections, come instore or shop online at minarjewellers.com

18/05/2026

Don't fall for the hollow gold trap 👀

Hollow jewellery looks identical to solid gold on the outside. The price tag is also tempting, often 30 to 50% cheaper.
But here's what they don't tell you:

❌ Hollow pieces are filled with air or cheap filler, not gold
❌ They dent, crack, and snap under normal wear
❌ Resale value is brutal because you're paying for shape, not weight
❌ Most jewellers won't even buy them back at scrap

Solid gold costs more upfront, but you're buying actual grams of an asset that holds value for decades. Hollow gold is a depreciating accessory dressed up as an investment.

If you're buying gold to build wealth, weight matters more than size.

Address

181 Upper Tooting Road
London
SW177TG

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+442087677547

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