The University of Birmingham

This high quality collection of jewellery has been created for you to commemorate your association with The University of Birmingham and to celebrate your achievements there.

It features the shield from the original coat of arms of the University, awarded at the turn of the 20th Century.

The pieces are beautiful and made to a very high standard, supporting the reputation and status of the University.

The collection includes:

• signet rings in both men's and women's styles (sometimes called Graduation Rings)
• cufflinks with traditional chain links or T-bar fittings
• charm bracelet
• stick pin
• pendant
• mortar board keyring

The collection is offered in silver, 9ct and 18ct gold. Many items are also available to order in white gold, 22ct gold and platinum. Pleasecontact us for a current price if your particular requirement is not listed.

The jewellery is designed to be worn by:

Alumni * Students * Graduands * Members of Staff * Friends of the University

Every item purchased contributes to essential University fundraising.

Some Background...

From 1900 to the present day, the University of Birmingham has been leading the way in research and education, making ground-breaking progress in areas that span industries such as gene structure, medicine, space research and communications.

Birmingham ranks 5th in the UK for research excellence; in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise in 2001, seven areas of Birmingham research achieved the six star rating, a rating only given to studies of significant international importance.

The University's coat of arms was designed in 1900. It features a double headed lion and a mermaid holding a mirror and comb, both of which were taken from the coat of arms of its predecessor, Mason College.

The University added the open book as a symbol of learning and the motto inscribed in the pages of the book, which translates as "through endeavour to the heavens".