Established jewellers for fifty years, Cohen & Massias have just given a facelift to their flagship shop at Tisa House, after the refurbishment of their ICC unit four years ago had already put them in line with the trendiest European boutique decors.

Spacious interiors, spotlights, bow-windowed shelves, mirrors to diffuse and amplify the brightness, wooden counters, cream leather soft furnishing, all these compliment the smart Italian and Swiss top of the range brand names exclusively stocked in Gibraltar by Cohen & Massias - and provide a comfortable and welcoming environment for choosing at leisure from a wide selection of gemstones, pearls, platinum, gold and silver, from classic cuts as in traditional engagement rings, to the most modern and intricate designs and status-symbol watches such as Cartier and IWC.

This family-run business prides itself on quality and value for money as well as on impeccable after-sale service, thanks to the many years of experience in fine diamonds, ruby, emeralds, sapphires that the management can count on, sprung from a true passion for all that luxuriously and hedonistically glitters and sparkles. Well-rooted in Gibraltar, the business aims not only to meet the fancy of tourists shopping for a bargain in our tax-free heaven, but particularly to cater for Gibraltarians in search of exquisite and unique creations.

All happy milestones in life can be catered for at any of the four Cohen & Massias shops: dainty bracelets, and earrings for newborns, holy communion and confirmation medallions, engagement and wedding jewellery for both him and her, anniversary gemstones, Christmas and Saint Valentine’s gifts - the directors and staff will be delighted to advise you on the most appropriate gift for any occasion, whatever your budget may be.

Cohen & Massias are indeed reputable for amazing value in some of the clearest, virtually inclusion-free stones, with carat weight to leave you breathless and price tags that won’t, but they also cater for affordable jewellery that doesn’t need the excuse of a special occasion to be given to loved ones.

Cool silver chains, bracelets, pendants and funky sets from some of the most fashionable international designers won’t break the bank for teenagers and youngsters with a predilection for white-hot metals, semi-precious colourful gemstones, artistic glass and freshwater pearls.

Besides Tisa House Arcade and Casemates, Cohen & Massias retail at 52 and 142 Main Street, cosy shops specialising in everyday precious treats. They open Mondays to Fridays through lunch. More info at www.cohenandmassias.com.

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