The Heritage Collection Amethyst Penannular Brooch

€260.00

By Aileach Moon

With echoes of a distant past this textured penannular brooch adds a richly rooted statement to any wardrobe. Penannular brooches have a long history on these isles. Worn by both men and women, they served as practical objects as well as amulets and luxury accents. Indulge yourself in the elements of the Ancients and adorn your favourite cloth with hand-forged silver.

Description

Specifications
Precious Metal	√	925 Sterling Silver 100% Recycled
Measurements	√	Diameter 33 x 33mm Pin Length 55mm
Gemstone	√	Amethyst Faceted Round
Measurements	√	5mm
Hallmarked	√	Quality-assured. Hallmarking details the metal fineness, the mark of the Edinburgh Assay Office, the Convention Mark and my Maker’s Mark.
Provenance Information	√	A signed card detailing the unique identifying number of this piece with materials and hallmark information.
Ready to Ship	√	Dispatch time 3 to 4 working days
Made to Order	√	Pre-order and available. Dispatch time varies. Please see additional information for contact details

Good to know…

If you are seeking authentic luxury there’s no substitute for honest quality.

This brooch is individually and entirely handmade in my workshop
No part of the process was outsourced
There are no mass-produced elements in this piece
The materials are bought as required to avoid any unnecessary manufacturing
Waste metal and dust was collected for recycling
I used some pre-loved tools and as always, my workshop practices were considerate of our planet
Your purchase helps sustain heritage crafts in the UK and Ireland

Additional Information:

Contact [email protected] for assistance and pre-orders

Ring Sizing

If you are unable to have your ring size measured professionally there are a few ways to try this at home. We can email you a printable ring sizer so you can check the size of a ring that already fits. Just get in touch by email at [email protected]. If you can’t wait for that you can try the method below.

All you need is a piece of non-stretchy paper, a pen and a ruler.

Wrap the piece of paper around the base of your finger.
Mark the point where the ends meet with a pen. You are measuring the circumference of the ring.
Measure the string or piece of paper with a ruler. (mm)
Choose the closest measurement on the ring size chart below to find your ring size.

Please bear the following in mind when choosing a size.

If a ring band is quite wide or broad, rings tends to fit more snugly. There is more metal in contact with the skin and so more friction. Generally speaking the wider the band the tighter the fit so you may need to go up a size.

Be aware of the temperature of your hands when measuring because when your hands are warm they can swell slightly. We recommend you measure your hands when they are both warm and cold to find the perfect size. If you don’t you may find your ring will feel too loose when your hands are cold or too tight when warm.

If your knuckle is a lot larger than the base of your finger measure around your knuckle too and choose a size between these two measurements.

Bracelets, Necklaces and Neck Collars

You’ll need a thin strip of non-stretchy string or paper or a soft seamstress’ measuring tape and a marker to mark where the ends meet. Wrap the tape around your neck or wrist. Make sure it is comfortable and consider the design of the piece for example neck collars are designed to fit more rigidly around the neck. Mark where the paper or tape meets and then measure with a ruler. If you’re still unsure feel free to email [email protected].

Hallmarking

A hallmark is a UK Government seal which certifies the purity of precious metals. It is stamped on jewellery by one of four Assay Offices in the UK.

I am registered at Edinburgh Assay Office. All my pieces are tested and hallmarked so you can be sure you are receiving only the finest of precious metals. My sponsor’s or maker’s mark is also applied by the assay office alongside hallmarking.

All my pieces are marked with the Common Control Mark which allows me to ship to various countries who have in place their own legal requirements regarding the quality of precious metals used in jewellery. Please see the shipping information for further details.

It is a UK legal requirement that online retailers selling precious metal items display the hallmarking notice.

Shipping Continents: Europe

Shipping Countries: Ireland, United Kingdom (UK), New Zealand, Australia, Canada, United States (US)

Shipping Policy

AILEACH MOON SHIPPING POLICY

FREE SHIPPING to the countries listed below

Ready to ship items are usually dispatched within 3 to 4 business days

Please email [email protected] for full details of dispatch times in respect of pre-order, made to order and commissioned pieces.

PLEASE NOTE duties and taxes incurred at the point of entry to the destination country are the responsibility of the customer.

UNITED KINGDOM SHIPPING
I use Royal Mail Special Delivery by 1pm. This is because many items are unique one-off pieces which may not be easily replicated.

REPUBLIC OF IRELAND SHIPPING
Goods going to the Republic of Ireland from Northern Ireland do not currently need a customs declaration (HMRC, August 2023). Therefore, to enable you to receive your parcel quickly I post all ROI parcels using An Post Registered Service.

EUROPE AND REST OF THE WORLD SHIPPING
I ensure all my pieces are Hallmarked with the Common Control Mark (CCM) at Edinburgh Assay Office. I ship to countries who are signatories to the International Hallmarking Convention and therefore accept the CCM as a legal quality mark of precious metal fineness. Luxembourg and Germany do not require a Hallmark as a pre-market authorisation and so it is permissible for me to ship to these countries.

France, Spain and Belgium have additional legal requirements regarding the importing of jewellery and therefore I currently DO NOT ship to these countries.

The UK Hallmark is recognised in Canada. The USA; Australia and New Zealand do not require a Hallmark as a legal quality mark of precious metal fineness.

I ship to the countries listed below using Royal Mail International Tracked:
Germany; Denmark; Austria; Croatia; Cyprus; Czech Republic;
Finland; Hungary; Italy; Latvia; Lithuania; Luxembourg; Netherlands; Poland; Portugal; Slovakia; Slovenia; Sweden; Norway; Serbia; Switzerland
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
USA

Refund Policy

AILEACH MOON RETURNS & REFUNDS
We have a 14-day return policy for Ready to Ship items, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at [email protected]

If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

You can always contact us for any return questions at [email protected].
Regrettably, delivery charges for the original order will not be refunded. Any items returned that arrive damaged or become lost, will not be credited. We will only refund return/exchange postage costs if the item returned is faulty. We reserve the right to firstly repair or re-make any item found to be faulty.
Return postage is payable by the customer.
Custom Orders, Commissions and Personalised Items
We will do our best to help you regarding sizing for custom orders but it is the customer's responsibility to decide the preferred ring size. Please read the Additional Information Section in the Product Description for help with sizing and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
A custom order cannot usually be changed once work has commenced on it. A custom order is treated as a commission with materials being ordered specifically for your design. Please email [email protected] for full details of the Commissions Policy.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon receipt and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, these include earrings for pierced ears, custom sized orders and commissioned pieces. Please email [email protected] for full details of the Commissions Policy.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges
Exchanges will be offered only if products are available and items are returned as above. The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item. Exchanges are not offered for Custom orders, personalised items or commissioned pieces including wedding bands and engagement rings.
How to send a return
1. Safely package up your item using the original packaging and box.
2. Include in the package your original purchase receipt.
3. Send your return to the address provided on the returns label. We strongly advise that you send your return through a tracked and insured delivery service such as Royal Mail Special Delivery, as we do not accept responsibility for items lost or stolen in transit.
4. Please retain your proof of postage so that if the item is found to be faulty we are able to refund your postage costs quickly and easily.

European Union 14 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original condition and packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. As outlined above, earrings for pierced ears are non-returnable once the sealed packaging has been opened. Custom orders are non-returnable once worked has commenced on your piece. Commissioned pieces are non-returnable. Please email [email protected] for further details of the Commissions Policy.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at [email protected].