Christmas is one of the only times in the entire year where you can sincerely show how much your loved one means to you. Why purchase a run-of-the-mill gift when you could lavish someone with a one-of-a-kind treasure?

In the past few years, the shaky economic climate has meant many of us had to curb our festive spending, but now that things are improving, this year could be a little different. Numerous news sources have suggested that Britons will loosen their purse strings in 2014, with millions of pounds expected to be spent on “Black Friday” in particular.

Jewellery is a unique gift that serves as a timeless reminder of the special relationship you have with someone. While modern jewellery has an array of luxurious designs and shapes, there is nothing quite as spectacular as a beautiful piece of vintage jewellery.

William May has an extensive collection of beautiful jewellery, and with an exquisite selection of coloured stones, unique settings and bespoke designs, we have the perfect gift to make someone's Christmas truly exceptional.

Revisit the past with colour

Vintage jewellery enthusiasts are often spotted in an array of vibrant sparkling jewels.

It is hard to create such beautiful colours nowadays. Vintage jewellery captures the magic of the past with gorgeous hues of royal blue, dusty peach, emerald green and deep plumb.

The 9ct Yellow Gold Black & White Diamond Cluster Ring certainly proves that vintage pieces are far from plain. With breath-taking black and gold gemstones enclosed within a yellow gold band and sprinkled with white diamond gems, this is the ideal gift to let someone know how special they are to you.

Timeless style

When you think of vintage accessories, you think of romantic costume jewellery adorning the kings and queens of the past.

However, it’s not just pieces you’d expect to see on Downton Abbey that are classified as vintage - more modern pieces from the past few decades can also rise in value and become highly collectible. William May has many sophisticated items influenced by classic 1970 and 80s design.

Perhaps you are struggling to find ideas for your more fashion-conscious friend? Consider purchasing one of the simplistic retro pieces in the collection, such as the 9ct White Gold Topaz Pendant and Chain. The centrepiece of this luxury white gold chain is a stunning shaped pendant protecting a topaz gemstone, the perfect piece to add a touch of elegance to any outfit.

A bespoke gift

Make your loved one feel like royalty by giving them a bespoke gift that nobody else can have.

At William May we believe in sophistication and class, which is why all of our vintage jewellery has been handpicked to represent this.

A beautiful piece of premium quality jewellery at an affordable price is difficult to come across on the high street. Our collection of stunning vintage jewellery has been finished to such a high standard that you would never know that the items were pre-loved. This is what makes the vintage collection the ideal choice for someone wanting to buy a wonderful gift without spending their life savings.

Why not take a moment to browse the exquisite pieces we have in the collection? View the vintage collection on our website today.