More than 160 years have passed since Belleek Pottery first opened its doors in the sleepy town of Belleek, Co. Fermanagh, right on the banks of the Erne. The oldest and most venerable fine china pottery studios in Ireland may be located in this Neo-Georgian edifice. A substantial portion of Ireland’s cultural and economic history may be traced back to Belleek Pottery’s founding in 1857. For the first time, Belleek, a company that employs 16 people and turns out more than 100,000 pieces of pottery a year, is making its products available to the general public by selling them on the Internet. The Belleek Group includes Belleek Classic, Belleek Living, Galway Irish Crystal, and Aynsley China.

Belleek Pottery Ltd, a porcelain manufacturer in what is now Northern Ireland, was established in 1884 as the Belleek Pottery Works Company Ltd. The company produces thin, slightly iridescent porcelain with a high amount of frit.
Pottery production in the Belleek region began in 1849, shortly after John Caldwell Bloomfield obtained his father’s land. Because many of his tenants had been destroyed by the Great Famine, he hired a geological surveyor to examine his land. Bloomfield formed a partnership with London architect Robert Williams Armstrong and Dublin merchant David McBirney after finding the area’s mineral richness. Bloomfield was able to secure the construction of a railway line to Belleek, allowing coal to be transported and burned in kilns. The pottery was first built in 1858. Until 1863, Belleek was only able to create small amounts of Parian porcelain, which it is still known for today, after starting with home products. Among its clients were the Prince of Wales, Queen Victoria, and the nobility, as well as rich residents of Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the United States.

The second time around, in 1990, the business was sold. In spite of the corporation being run by four local directors, George G. Moore, a former resident of Dundalk who now lives in America, is in command. Since then, Belleek Pottery has extended its production area, acquisitions of other businesses, the number of employees, and its revenue.. Aynsley China, Donegal Parian China, and Galway Crystal are now all divisions of the corporation. It employs more than 600 people and has a turnover of more than £30 million.

BELLEEK LIVING JEWELLERY AMETHYST EARRINGS

Color Amethyst is associated with a sense of calmness and awe. Stylish and refined, these square-cut gemstones are encircled with transparent cubic zirconia gems, making them ideal for special occasions. Each piece is plated in Rhodium or Rose Gold and decorated with high quality Cubic Zirconia crystal, which adds an extra shine. A Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings, and Ring are all included in this collection.

Pierced ears are the only ones that can wear earrings.
Care instructions are printed on the back of each piece. The nickel content and lead content of all of our jewellery are both at or below regulatory standards.

Here’s a preview of the Amethyst earrings by BELLEEK:

The majority of earrings are attached to a wearer’s ears through one or more holes in their ears, and this is true of all of them in the same way (except in the case of clip earrings, which clip onto the lobe). People of many cultures and historical periods have used earrings since antiquity, and many different types of earrings have been created over time.

Earlobe piercings, on the other hand, aren’t the only piercing options available. “Cartilage” piercings are those that take place in the top region of the external ear cartilage, and “ear piercings” are those that take place in the earlobes. Despite the fact that cartilage piercings are more complicated and take longer to do, earlobe piercings heal more quickly.

Components for earring creations can be produced from a variety of materials. There are a plethora of different sorts of materials that can be utilised in the creation of jewellery. Various loops and studs, big plates, and dangling things can all be found in this collection. Everyone will be able to find something they enjoy. Earrings can only be as large as the earlobe of the person wearing them can bear in order to avoid hurting the earlobe. Wearing substantial earrings for an extended period of time may cause the piercing and earlobe to become overworked and uncomfortable.

Here’s a preview of the Shamrock earrings by BELLEEK:

BELLEEK LIVING JEWELLERY OCHRE NECKLACE

Ochre is a celebration of nature, with colours inspired by the colours of Sandstone found in the surrounding region. A contemporary silhouette distinguishes this stylish collection, which complements natural greys and gives a striking contrast to jewel-toned trends. Each piece of pottery that is drawn at our workshop at Belleek Pottery is plated with either rhodium or rose gold to give it a luxurious appearance. The Necklace, the Bracelet, the Earrings, and the Ring are just a few of the accessories that are offered in this collection.

Each necklace comes with an extender chain that measures two inches in length, allowing you to customise the length to your exact specifications and preferences.Instructions on how to care for each piece are printed on the reverse of each piece. We ensure that the nickel and lead content of all of our jewellery is at or below the statutory requirements.

Here’s a preview of the Ochre necklace by BELLEEK: