A LOVE letter you can wear
The story of Clogau jewellery dates all the way back to 1854, when gold was discovered at the Clogau St David gold mine in Snowdonia, North Wales. Producing the finest Welsh gold until its first closure in 1911, the mine lay dormant until 1989 when it was rediscovered by local businessman William (Bill) Roberts.
Bill began a small-scale operation to find any undiscovered gold hiding inside. In 1992, he spent countless hours turning the precious metal into exquisite jewellery, inspired by the area of outstanding natural beauty in which it was found. Now, Bill’s son Ben runs the business, still using rare Welsh gold mined last century to create every unique piece.
It's great to have a day dedicated to celebrating those we love most. But we believe love should be a continued practice – and meaningful, timeless jewellery can offer a reminder of a bond shared like no other.
Love can be expressed in countless ways, but jewellery has a unique way of speaking for itself. Whether you’re selecting a piece for someone special, receiving one to mark a meaningful moment, or treating yourself to something beautiful, a timeless accessory is more than just adornment – it’s a symbol of love, memory, and personal significance.
Clogau is a second-generation, family-run British heritage jewellery brand celebrating over 30 years' experience creating unique, hand-finished jewellery of the highest quality and originality, inspired by the natural beauty of Wales. Containing the rarest and most sought-after after Welsh gold, Clogau’s pieces have captured the hearts and imagination of people all over the world.
Treasure the ones you love and moments shared with timeless jewellery
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When I first visited the mine with my father, I saw the gold in its raw form. I was struck by the pale rose-yellow tone, caused by nearby copper deposits, giving the gold a quality unlike anything I had seen or have seen since.
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Ben Roberts, Clogau Managing Director
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Best-kept secret
Despite North Wales once being the area to produce the most gold in the UK, mining no longer takes place. As such, Welsh gold is now one of the most rare and sought-after precious metals, and stock is in high demand.
Every Clogau piece contains just a small amount of the Welsh gold mined by William Roberts and his family, making them not only completely unique, but an instant heirloom. This small addition of the precious metal gives Clogau jewellery extra special meaning, while preserving supplies and making the brand accessible to all.
An instant heirloom
Welsh gold holds a cherished place in the history of the Royal Family, particularly in matters of love. A kilo of the rare metal was once donated to the Royal Family and has been used to make their wedding rings for over 100 years. Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon was the first to wear a Welsh gold wedding ring when she wed the then Duke of York, later King George VI, in 1923.
This tradition was proudly continued by their daughters – Queen Elizabeth II when she married Prince Philip in 1947, and Princess Margaret when she wed Antony Armstrong-Jones. It remains very much alive today, with King Charles and Queen Camilla choosing Welsh gold to cement their vows in 2005, and both Prince William and Prince Harry followed suit for their own ceremonies in 2011 and 2018.
Fit for a Queen
Services available
Want to add that little special something and really make your gift personal? At present this service is available on selected items for just £15. With years of experience behind them, you can be sure that our engravers will give your Clogau items
that personal touch that you desire.
Engraving
The concept of an engagement ring is simple, yet keeping the design contemporary, meaningful and elegant is an art within itself. Using a wide range of quality materials – such as gold, silver and diamonds – our designers thrive on the challenge of developing unique ring designs that make you stand out in the most beautiful and stylish way possible.
Compose
If you’re after something highly personalised, Clogau’s in-house experts are available to design and create the perfect piece of jewellery for you.
Bespoke Design
Editors'
picks
I’m captivated by Clogau’s Past Present Future collection, particularly this Inner Charm Heart Pendant. The sentiment behind it makes it special for anyone to receive, and the versatile design means you never have to take it off.
Past Present Future Heart Collection
£209
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Named after the Welsh word for ‘beloved’ or ‘sweetheart’, I would wear these timeless silver stud earrings all the time - elevating everyday wear or adding that finishing touch of elegance to occasionwear.
Cariad® Sparkle Silver
Stud Earrings
£139
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As someone who prefers minimal, understated jewellery, this would be my perfect engagement ring. The epitome of quiet luxury, not only is it stunning, the meaning behind the intricate design
makes it extra special.
Tree of Life Diamond
Engagement Ring
£1450
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