Everyday jewellery that lasts, designed for life
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Arabella on May 4, 2026
5 out of 5 starsI got these to wear on my wedding day! We are getting married very close to the ocean and I thought the shell was a nice detail to tie into that theme. I was worried these would be really big for some reason, but they are the PERFECT size!! Thanks so much
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Sarah on Mar 22, 2026
5 out of 5 starsWore these earrings on my wedding day and they were just perfect! The earrings are lightweight and comfy to wear all day. The pearl is so dainty and the shell was such a cute touch. Shipping was also super quick! Thank you
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Ruby on Feb 23, 2026
5 out of 5 starsLovely necklace had an issue with length and the seller was super helpful with sorting out thank you so much
About BrittenJewellery
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Sarah Jane
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Trained at Cordwainers (LCF), I design jewellery in Bath using gold-filled or sterling silver — never plated. Every piece is made to order by hand and beautifully gift-wrapped, with a focus on real materials, lasting quality, and timeless detail.
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Alf Dog
Grand Old Man
At nearly 15 years old Alf Dog is the voice of wisdom at Britten. He has seen it all, sniffed most of it. He sleeps a lot and is never vigilant. Now only to be spoiled as it should be.
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Frequently asked questions
What Is Gold Filled Jewellery?
'Gold fill' is a layer of solid gold bonded to a core metal, usually jewellers brass, under enormous heat and pressure. It's only available in sheets, wire or tubes as bonding the layer of gold to more complex shapes is not possible. For an item to be regarded as gold filled it must have a gold content of more than 5% of the item weight.
The solid gold component of gold fill jewellery can be 10-18 karat, all the gold fill we use in our jewellery is 14k gold.
How durable is gold filled jewellery?
Gold filled jewellery is far more durable than gold plate, and not far off that of solid gold. There is lots of vintage gold filled jewellery in existence still and although you need to take the appropriate care our gold filled jewellery should last many many years.
Why isn't it filled with gold?
This was our first question too! Think of the phrase as two sentences... 'Gold. Filled' ... and it makes more sense. It's gold, filled with something else!
Is gold filled better than gold plated?
Yes it is. Gold plate can tarnish and rub off, gold filled jewellery contains much more gold and is more durable.
Will gold filled jewellery tarnish?
The short answer is no but gold filled jewellery does need to loved and kept away from strong chemicals. Store your gold filled jewellery away from light and in an airtight small container if possible.
Is gold filled jewellery ok for people with sensitive skin?
Unless you are sensitive to gold, and that is very few people indeed!, then yes. Because the gold layer is thick no other metals will interact with your skin.
How do you care for gold filled jewellery?
Soak the the jewellery for a few minutes in warm water with gentle soap. Then use a soft cloth and soft toothbrush to get in the corners, rinse and dry thoroughly. You don't need to do this every day, just if your jewellery has managed to get particularly dirty!