{"id":176172,"date":"2025-12-05T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T08:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/176172\/"},"modified":"2025-12-05T08:00:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T08:00:19","slug":"watch-twelve-gifts-of-christmas-from-mourne-antiques-and-jewellery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/176172\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch: Twelve gifts of Christmas from Mourne Antiques and Jewellery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sponsored Post. Pictured: Megan Brogan, Frances Spears and Keith Stevenson of Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery, Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>Finding the perfect Christmas gift is a joy when you step inside Mourne Antiques and Jewellery in Letterkenny.<\/p>\n<p>This year is Frances Spears\u2019 41st Christmas in business, making her a true expert in sourcing and recommending beautiful and meaningful pieces.<\/p>\n<p>The shop is filled with jewellery and pieces that you won\u2019t find anywhere else, making your gifts extra special.<\/p>\n<p>Here are our top 12 thoughtful gift ideas for Christmas 2025:<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\">\n<p>1. Engagement Rings<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"950\">Whether you are planning a Christmas proposal or simply exploring timeless pieces, diamond engagement rings at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery begin from \u20ac480. Choose from classic diamonds, vintage styles, and rare antique designs that tell a story of their own.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616542\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7648-1024x787.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"787\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616542\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Diamond engagement rings from Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616541\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7639-1024x653.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"653\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616541\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Diamond engagement rings from Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616520\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7604-1024x936.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"936\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616520\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jeweller Keith Stevenson is on hand for helping you find the perfect piece at Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery<\/p>\n<p>2. Drinkware<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1159\">From delicate cut crystal to bold, ornate shapes, there are glasses to suit every taste or beverage. They make a luxurious gift for anyone who loves hosting or crafting cocktails at home \u2013 as well as a great talking point at parties.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616536\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7616-673x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"673\" height=\"1024\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616536\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vintage glassware at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616535\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7612-1024x700.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616535\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vintage glassware at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>3. Gifts for Men<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1380\">Discover locally sourced treasures that celebrate Donegal heritage, along with cufflinks, chains, rings, and traditional keepsakes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616543\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7656-1024x713.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"713\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616543\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Men\u2019s cufflinks and jewellery at Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616531\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616531\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7589-1024x844.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"844\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616531\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gifts and accessories at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616532\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7591-1024x569.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gifts and accessories at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>4. Scent Bottles<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1590\">Elegant and charming, antique scent bottles add instant beauty to any dressing table and make a unique, personal gift.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616537\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7624-1024x625.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"625\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616537\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Scent bottles at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>5. Gold Plated Jewellery<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1920\">Affordable yet full of sparkle, gold plated jewellery at Mourne Antiques includes Celtic inspired pieces with beautiful gemstones. This new range of 18 carat gold filled jewellery is now available in store.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616534\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7606-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616534\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">18 carat gold filled jewellery at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>6. Frames and\u00a0 Photo Albums<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2105\">Antique photo frames and vintage albums carry the warmth of earlier eras. They are a lovely way to share memories or start new ones this Christmas.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616538\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7625-1024x511.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"511\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616538\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vintage photo frames and photo albums at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>7. Marcasite Jewellery<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2318\">Marcasite jewellery, with its subtle shimmer, comes in tones of green, royal blue, opal, and more. These pieces are elegant, timeless, and perfect for someone who loves classic style.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616529\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7579-1024x615.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"615\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616529\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marcasite jewellery at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616530\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7583-1024x740.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"740\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616530\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marcasite jewellery at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616528\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7577-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marcasite jewellery at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>8. Collectable Figurines<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2538\">Choose from sweet Hummel figurines, Beatrix Potter characters, and charming Beswick animals. These small treasures are sentimental gifts that bring joy to collectors.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616527\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616527\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7576-1024x876.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"876\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616527\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hummel figurines at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616526\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616526\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7575-1024x944.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"944\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beatrix Potter characters at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>9. Diamonds, Dress Rings, and Pendants<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2743\">From sparkling pendants to bold dress rings, the gold collection offers something special for every style.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616547\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616547\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/View-recent-photos-1024x890.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"890\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616547\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Garnet pieces in the gold collection at Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>10. Designer Scarves and Costume Brooches<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2969\">For ladies who love a pop of colour, scarves and brooches from designers such as Moschino, Herm\u00e8s and Liberty are thoughtful gifts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616533\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7595-1024x799.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"799\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616533\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vintage designer scarves and costume brooches at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>11. Tableware<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3195\">Royal Albert Country Roses remains a favourite for good reason. Choose a teacup and saucer as a sweet individual gift or treat someone to a full tableware setting they can treasure for years.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616540\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7635-1024x877.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"877\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616540\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vintage Royal Albert Old Country Roses Collection at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616710\" class=\"size-full wp-image-616710\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_2508.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"793\" height=\"741\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616710\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Royal Albert Old Country Roses Napkin Rings with Porcelain Rose<\/p>\n<p>12. Antique Diamond Jewellery<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3389\">For a truly unforgettable gift, explore the range of antique diamond pieces. Each item has its own story and charm, making it a beautiful choice for someone very special.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616542\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7648-1024x787.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"787\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616542\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Diamond engagement rings from Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616525\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7674-1024x634.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"634\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Diamond rings at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616524\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616524\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7663-1024x733.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"733\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616524\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Diamond drop earrings at Mourne Antiques and Jewellery Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>Gift Vouchers<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3389\">For those who prefer the gift of choice, a combined voucher from Amelia\u2019s Irish Design &amp; Gifts and Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery is sure to delight! Vouchers are valid for both stores.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3389\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_8705.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3389\">For contemporary crafts by Irish makers, check out Frances\u2019 other shop, Amelia\u2019s Irish Design &amp; Gifts just a few doors down. Shop online at: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amelias.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">www.amelias.ie<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Shop online at <a href=\"https:\/\/mourneantiques.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">www.mourneantiques.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery<\/p>\n<p>45 Upper Main Street, Letterkenny, Co Donegal, F92 K167<\/p>\n<p>Telephone: 074 91 26457 or 0872434060<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616521\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7685-1024x679.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mourne Antiques &amp; Jewellery Main Street Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-616556\" class=\"size-large wp-image-616556\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/IMG_7686-930x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"930\" height=\"1024\"  \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-616556\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Amelia\u2019s Irish Design and Gifts Letterkenny<\/p>\n<p>Watch: Twelve gifts of Christmas from Mourne Antiques and Jewellery was last modified:  December 4th, 2025 by Rachel McLaughlin<\/p>\n<p>      Tags:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Sponsored Post. 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