#jewellery dublin

[anand07723]

Crafting Elegance: Handmade Jewellery in Dublin, Ireland

In the heart of Dublin, amidst the bustling streets and rich cultural tapestry, lies a gem of creativity and craftsmanship - Ertisun Jewellery Dublin. Nestled in the vibrant cityscape, our boutique proudly stands as a beacon of exquisite handmade jewellery, showcasing the finest artistry and passion for adornment. With a dedication to timeless elegance and personalized service, we invite you to embark on a journey through our captivating collections, where each piece tells a story of ingenuity and style.

Handmade Jewellery in Dublin: A Tradition of Excellence

At Ertisun Jewellery Dublin, we believe in the enduring allure of handmade craftsmanship. Our artisans, seasoned masters of their trade, infuse every creation with meticulous attention to detail and a reverence for tradition. Each piece is born from a synthesis of skillful technique and artistic vision, resulting in jewellery that transcends mere accessories to become cherished heirlooms.

Drawing inspiration from the enchanting landscapes of Ireland and the rich tapestry of Dublin's cultural heritage, our collections celebrate the beauty of nature and the ingenuity of human creativity. From intricately designed Celtic knots to contemporary interpretations of traditional motifs, our handmade jewellery encapsulates the essence of Irish craftsmanship, resonating with both locals and visitors alike.

Jewellery Ireland: A Celebration of Diversity and Heritage

As ambassadors of Irish jewellery heritage, we take pride in curating an eclectic array of designs that reflect the diversity and richness of our nation's cultural legacy. From the rugged beauty of Connemara marble to the delicate filigree work of Waterford Crystal, each piece in our collection pays homage to Ireland's storied past while embracing the spirit of innovation.

Whether you're drawn to the timeless elegance of Claddagh rings or the whimsical charm of shamrock pendants, our jewellery embodies the essence of Irish identity, serving as wearable symbols of pride and heritage. With a commitment to sourcing ethically and sustainably sourced materials, we ensure that every purchase not only celebrates Irish craftsmanship but also supports local artisans and communities.

Jewellery Near Me: A Destination for Discerning Tastes

Conveniently located in the heart of Dublin, Ertisun Jewellery offers a sanctuary for discerning patrons seeking bespoke creations and personalized service. Our intimate boutique welcomes visitors into a world of refined elegance and unparalleled craftsmanship, where each piece is imbued with a sense of individuality and charm.

Whether you're searching for the perfect engagement ring to symbolize your love or a unique gift to commemorate a special occasion, our knowledgeable staff are dedicated to guiding you through our curated collections with warmth and expertise. From custom design consultations to expert gemstone sourcing, we strive to exceed your expectations and create an unforgettable jewellery experience.

Beyond our boutique walls, Ertisun Jewellery Dublin extends its reach through an immersive online platform, where customers from around the world can discover and acquire our exquisite creations with ease and convenience. With secure shipping and flexible return policies, we ensure that the magic of handmade Irish jewellery is accessible to all, regardless of location.

Experience the Magic of Ertisun Jewellery Dublin

In a world of mass-produced commodities, Ertisun Jewellery Dublin stands as a beacon of authenticity and artistry, where each piece is crafted with passion and precision. Whether you're a connoisseur of fine jewellery or a curious traveler seeking a unique memento of your time in Ireland, we invite you to experience the magic of handmade elegance at our boutique in Dublin.

Discover the perfect expression of your style and personality with our exquisite collections of handmade jewellery, where tradition meets innovation, and beauty knows no bounds. Join us on a journey of discovery and delight, as we celebrate the art of adornment and the enduring allure of Irish craftsmanship at Ertisun Jewellery Dublin.

[miasfriendshipbeads]

✨🍒Cherry Bomb🍒✨

Our Cherry Bracelet + Ring Duo will be available on our Etsy tomorrow 🛍️

Handmade in Ireland, this cute duo is dainty & perfect to wear no matter the season due to its simple colour scheme 🍒

The Cherry Bracelet will be available in pearly white (not shown), pearly pink & standard white 💕

Available tomorrow! Etsy link in bio 🍒🛍️

[ok55646]

Welcome to Dublin Jewellery Valuations, your trusted source for expert jewellery appraisals in Dublin and the surrounding areas. Our team of certified gemologists and appraisers have years of experience evaluating all types of jewellery, from antique pieces to modern designs. for more information contact 01-6777161 or visit website: https://dublinjewelleryvaluations.ie/

[wild-joker-out-pleasures]

Joker Out as RPG Job Classes: A Necessary Thread

(Before any of you proceed to reading this, I have some words of warning: The job classes were chosen on an individual basis, and NOT based on ships and common RPG character couple stereotypes. Hence, the choices are not meant to reflect ship dynamics or the boys as part of a couple, but rather each of the boys as individuals.)

Note: I did not assign the Bard class to anyone because…where’s the fun in that? Five bards would be boring. 💀

Bojan Cvjetićanin - Dancer

Charismatic, alluring and outgoing.

An ABSOLUTE charmer. Can make people stop and stare with a single look or move.

Doesn't mind showing off some a lot of skin and wearing a lot of accessories.

Has the most amazing moves and he knows it.

A lover and a fighter. Do not make the mistake of believing his shapely legs are only good for pretty movements - he can kick too, and HARD.

Kris Guštin - Wizard/Sorcerer

Intelligent, elegant and deadly.

Takes his studies seriously, prefers not to cheat in school.

Looks amazing in silks, jewels and flowing outfits! Can wear a wizard hat to further increase his height difference with Bojan.

Prefers to slay from afar, rather than get physical (he's the only one who doesn't arm-wrestle in Dublin). Doesn't need to throw hands to prove a point.

At times, seems like the only brain cell among his friend group. So Done with everything.

Nace Jordan - Paladin

Steadfast, honorable and chivalrous.

Strength personified - strong in every aspect (body, heart and mind). Is undoubtedly able to carry a heavy greatsword like it's nothing.

The definition of protection. Everyone feels safe around Nace and it shows.

Capable of both strong attacking, defending and even healing, reflecting how dependable he is. He's you're man no matter the situation, and will defend his friends until the bitter end.

Are you following religion?

Jan Peteh - Rogue/Assassin

Enigmatic, cunning and intense.

100% a creature of the night and prefers to work on his own. He is like a cat in the dark, and then he is the darkness.

Clever as the devil and twice as pretty, quick-witted and never panics, but also not above using unscrupulous and sneaky methods. Admits to regularly cheating in school.

Nace admits that Jan would be the one to pick the lock in a heist.

Wears dagger and sword themed jewellery.

...or will you die as a punk?

Jure Maček - Dragon Knight

Free-spirited, unrestrained and quick to action.

Has a not-so-secret dream to fly a plane. If he wishes to fly, might as well give him a dragon of his own to fly on and rip through the skies with.

Shares a name with the famous dragon slayer, and has the looks and build of a Targaryen.

Swift, thrilling aerial combat and high jumps suit this bundle of chaos, so he can't cause Kris any headaches on the ground.

....pray he doesn't get motion sick, though.

[denimbex1986]

'Andrew Scott revealed his accomplishments have been bittersweet since the death of his mother last month.

In March, the TV actor announced his beloved mum Nora had tragically died after a short illness, just days before they had planned to celebrate Mother's Day together. She passed away at St Vincent's Hospital in Dublin while being surrounded by her loved ones.

The star - who features in a new Netflix adaption of The Talented Mr. Ripley from Patricia Highsmith - - has now paid tribute to Nora whom he still mourns and said: "She was the source of practically every joyful thing in my life."

The Fleabag star, 47, shared his sorrow following his recent loss and says he's managing each day as it comes. "Well, you know, you have to — life goes on, you manage it day by day," he told The Sunday Times.

"It’s very recent, but I certainly can say that so much of it is surprising and unique, and there is so much that I will be able to speak about at some point." Scott went on to reveal that he has been trying to keep himself busy and remain positive.

Andrew has received numerous accolades due to his on-screen performances, including a BAFTA Television Award and two Laurence Olivier Awards, and has previously been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards.

More recently, the star went on to collect a Critics’ Circle Theatre award for his performance in the West End show Vanya. Scott confessed that his mother had inspired him to experiment with fashion. "My mother was an art teacher, she was obsessed with all sorts of design,' he recalled. 'She loved jewellery and jewellery design.

"Anything that is visual, tactile, painting, drawing, is a big passion of mine, so I have tremendous respect for the creativity of designers."

Nora - who was mother to Sarah, Andrew, and Hannah - appeared to be one of Scott's biggest supporters and would often visit him while he worked on set. However, six years before her sad passing, Nora revealed that she was sent a stunning bouquet of roses after she informed Anthony Hopkins that she was ill.

During a meeting with the actor on the set of King Lear, in which Andrew played Edgar, she informed him that she was unwell and Anthony went out of his way to cheer her up. Speaking on RTÉ, she told Ryan Tubridy: "There was probably more than three dozen red roses and attached to them was a little card from Anthony saying 'Be well, sending hugs', and all sorts of things.

"I was thrilled to get such a gift and for the kind thought that promoted it. Now I have recovered, I can enjoy these exquisite roses that grace our hall. It was such a beautiful gift" which came after Andrew and his All of Us Strangers co-star Paul Mescal revealed that they were not fond of the idea of their parents seeing the movie.'

[everythingsf1ne23]

𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 |  𝘑𝘪𝘮𝘮𝘺 𝘒𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢 (𝘒𝘪𝘯)

𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 💌:

@somethingblu3 said that they wanted to see more Jimmy fanfics and I agree so here’s a little Jimmy one shot, I hope you enjoy and please let me know your thoughts in the comments ~Jess

𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 📝:

in which, loving someone you can’t have means moving away to get away from him and the Kinsella family (inspired by the song ‘See You Later’ by Alexander 23)

𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳’𝘴 𝘗𝘰𝘷:

I admit that I was surprised when Amanda told me that Jimmy decided to throw a going away party for me, little does they know that I’m only moving so I don’t have to look at them anymore.

But here I am, getting ready for this party, 

I look at myself in the mirror as I brush my hair and all I could see was sadness in my eyes, I look away and I tell myself that for tonight, I had to seem really happy.

I walk back into my bedroom to put my jewellery on so I put on a pearl necklace and bracelet, then I throw on my leather jacket, “Thank God, I’m finally ready” I say to myself even though I was running a bit late as I usually am unless I’m doing a job for the Kinsella family for those I’m always early. 

I lock my house and then I walk across the road to Amanda and Jimmy’s home, I knock on the front door.

I see someone coming to answer it through the door, it was Nikita, she greets me with a hug

“How are you?” Nikita asks me 

“I’m good, a bit upset about leaving tomorrow” 

I walk through Amanda and Jimmy’s house and into the kitchen, there’s a big cheer when they see me standing in the doorway

“Come in, there’s a seat in the middle for you” Jimmy ushers with a soft smile, I sit down and Birdy hands me a glass of champagne across the table 

“Thanks” I reply, and Birdy speaks up

“It’s so sad to see you go pet especially after everything you’ve done for us, with the jobs and all”

I sigh as I notice Amanda and Jimmy being all loved up at the end of the table, I like everyone else but they’re the reason why I’m leaving.

“Yeah but I think it’s about time, I’ve had enough of this whole gangster lifestyle”

Anthony gives me a confused look,

“How could you not like this lifestyle?”

“I mean you either end up in jail, on the run or in a grave so I’d much rather live my life freely without all that”

“That makes sense”

Then Michael turns to me,

“Where are you going again?” He questions,

“Rome in Italy” I respond excitedly which gains Amanda and Jimmy’s attention 

“It’s very hot there and I mean, do you even know Italian?” Amanda asks me

“I know and yeah I learnt it in school, 

I’m fluent in Italian” and then Jimmy speaks up

“Isn’t that where you went on holiday in the Summer?” 

“Yeah it sure is, I loved it and I’ve met a guy from there so I want to see how that goes” I reply and I see Jimmy clench his jaw in annoyance or was it jealousy? 

“Ooh what does he look like?” Nikita asks me

“Of course you’d wanna see that Nikki!” Viking rolls his eyes and I get a photo from my phone, I turn it around and Nikita gasps

“Oh my god, he’s gorgeous!”

A few hours later and I say goodbye to everyone, 

I’m feeling quite emotional so a few tears roll down my face, Birdy hugs me tightly

“Don’t be crying pet, we’ll see you tomorrow morning for a proper goodbye” 

They all begin to walk to their houses but Jimmy stays outside with me, I smoke one of my cigarettes and I offer him one, he takes it.

“I wish that you didn’t have to leave, you’re good company” he tells me,

“Yeah I don’t really wanna leave either but I want a few start away from Dublin and it’s gangland shite” 

“I understand that, I think a lot of us want out of it”

I feel myself crying again, Jimmy notices and hands me a tissue

“Thank you” I reply and I wipe away my tears

“You know I would leave Amanda for you”

My heart skips a beat and I look up at him,

“You wouldn’t do that, you’d be too scared to leave her” I say coldly 

“Too scared? Really? I’m scared of no one here”

“Yeah I’m sure you are” I respond with sarcasm in my voice

“Anyways I want someone who won’t treat me as their backup, their number two, I can’t do that with you anymore Jimmy, it hurts me and I’m sure that it would hurt Amanda even more”

“Please I’m begging you, I promise you that I would definitely leave her”

ʏᴏᴜ'ʀᴇ ᴏɴʟʏ ᴍɪɴᴇ

ɪғ ʏᴏᴜ'ʀᴇ ᴍɪɴᴇ ᴛᴏ ʟᴏsᴇ

ɪᴛ's ɴᴏᴛ ɢᴏᴏᴅʙʏᴇ

'ᴄᴀᴜsᴇ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴡᴏᴜʟᴅ ʙʀᴇᴀᴋ ʜᴇʀ

sᴏ, ɪ sᴀʏ sᴇᴇ ʏᴏᴜ ʟᴀᴛᴇʀ

“See you later” was all I said and I walk back across the road to my house. 

[scotianostra]

The Scottish folk singer Ian Campbell was born on June 10th 1933 in Aberdeen.

Ian Campbell was the eldest of four children born to Betty and Dave Campbell, who were described as “Aberdonian born and bred”

As well as both parents and Ian and his sisters Lorna and Winnie, The Singing Campbells also included Bob Cooney, their Aberdonian lodger who came for a week and became, as Hall wrote, “a member of the family by adoption”.

As well as both parents and Ian and his sisters Lorna and Winnie, The Singing Campbells also included Bob Cooney, their Aberdonian lodger who came for a week and became, as Hall wrote, “a member of the family by adoption”.In 1946 they moved to Birmingham. There the apprentice jewellery engraver discovered the local branch of the Workers’ Music Association and joined its Clarion Youth Choir. When skiffle boomed in 1957-58, a splinter Clarion Skiffle Group was formed, avoiding the standard repertoire, they incorporated, what Campbell described as “a political element in our approach”, with Scottish farming material, Jacobite songs and industrial and mining songs being their chosen songbooks.

Campbell’s socially engaged songs guaranteed bookings, but Clarion already had a Clarion Folk Group. “I wanted to call us the Cornkisters,” Campbell told me, “because that’s a name of a type of Aberdeen folk song. Everyone said it was a silly name. Temporarily, because they had asked to book Ian Campbell and his group, we called ourselves the Ian Campbell Folk Group and we never got around to changing it.” He identified two great inspirations: Ewan MacColl and Bert Lloyd, both singers with their roots in socialism.

In 1962 Topic, a label that had begun life as a WMA offshoot, put out a live recording from The Crown on Birmingham’s Station Street. The result was the Ian Campbell Folk Group’s EP Ceilidh At The Crown – probably the country’s first live folk club recording. In 1963 they signed to Transatlantic, immediately releasing their debut LP, This Is The Ian Campbell Folk Group that same year. With a secure folk club base, the Jug of Punch, as a residency, and a record contract, they went full-time in 1963. That same year Walther Klæbel, a young Copenhagen-based jazz promoter, saw them in London. Exultant, he organised their first Danish tour. “We never looked back because twice a year we would go to Denmark and do a national tour […] for about 12 years.”

While living in England, Paul Simon picked up on “The Sun Is Burning” a nuclear protest song penned by Ian, covering it on Simon and Garfunkel’s 1964 debut LP, The Dubliners would later cover the song too.

After Ian disbanded the group in 1978 as a TV editor, most notably with TV AM and as a community arts worker in Dudley.

Although they only released 10 albums and three EP’s/Singles they are still remembered as one of the only folk bands that broke into mainstream music for a while, however their rivals, The Spinners really stole the limelight in the 60’s.

I think though that Ian’s name will always be remember for the band three of his sons have been involved with for the past 40 years or so, UB40. The ethnic make-up of the band’s original line-up was diverse, with musicians of English, Welsh, Irish, Jamaican, Scottish and Yemeni parentage and have had over 50 hit singles, selling over 70 million records worldwide.

Ian Campbell passed away on 24th November 2012, from cancer, he was 79.

[welikeimagines-andfandoms]

So i've just stumbled upon match ups and I'm here for this concept!! Bit of fun and all that, in the spirit of reader shipping i'd love a Hobbit/LOTR/HP/Marvel match up - lover of many fandoms here!

I'm late 20s, mid size, petite. Ashy blonde/true summer season who's an Aquarius and ENFJ. Have been compared to Chloe Grace Moretz and Abigail Breslin by people which I always find a weird combo but guess it somehow works for me.

London based but split my time in New York, Dublin, and Sydney because my family is all over. Appriciative of all kinds of culture - firmly believe that we all have to eat, find ways to enjoy ourselves in life, and eventually die so why not learn about different customs and travel to experience them.

Still love my comforts though - not afraid of out there art (Poor Things is currently my fave film in the Oscars race) and was raised on the 90s Sabrina The Teenage Witch. It's a fine line between having compassion and complaining and I walk that line well. I'm serious when i'm serious but embrace being silly. Ironic sense of humour, including dark jokes but can be sensitive at times. A realist with my head in the clouds and aware of it, if that makes sense! I know how to focus and dedicate myself to getting things done but firmly believe there is nothing wrong with wanting to be taken care of at the end of the day, balance is important.

In love i'm playful and poetic but don't hold back in saying how I really feel about a person. Definitely someone who rambles and overshares with my partner but incredibly observing and loyal to who i'm with. Building up the other person is important and self care is too - i'm always up front if I need to go off and spend time alone or with friends but my husband is my best friend hands down.

So curious as to what pairings you can come up with!

I ship you with Sirius!

✨ Can’t help but spoil you with pretty jewellery just a little bit

✨ Slow dancing together at home

✨ Planning trips and adventures together (in both the wizarding and muggle world)

✨ Runs you nice relaxing baths after a long day

✨ Always able to make each other laugh

✨ He’s like an excited kid when he goes on a plane with you for the first time

✨ Holds you whenever you need and is always down for a nap together

✨ Stealing his clothes whenever you can

I ship you with Thorin!

✨ Teaching you how to dance for Royal events

✨ Buys you beautiful gowns fit for a queen

✨ Loving to read and learn about his culture and ancestry

✨ Cuddles by the fire

✨ Romantic baths together

✨ Going all in with and loving his cultural celebrations

✨ Being able to go to each other always when you just need a moment to vent

✨ Loves how well you get along with his big family and friends

I ship you with Haldir!

✨ Showing you old elvish art and buildings

✨ Makes a ritual of running you a bath every night he’s home

✨ Adventures within Lothlorien together when he’s back from boarder watch

✨ Swooning whenever you wear lovely elvish gowns

✨ Stealing his cloaks and coats, making him laugh because you drown in them

✨ Perfect height for forehead kisses

✨ Loves carrying you whenever he can

✨ About once a year to manage to convince him to go on an adventure out of Lothlorien

I ship you with Thor!

✨ Dates at the movies

✨ Cuddles after a long day

✨ Showing him fun art things and him showing you art from Asgard

✨ Exploring on and out of Earth together

✨ Having little found family dinners at your house

✨ Talking on the phone together for hours

✨ He loves how smol you are

✨ Thors life is a bit chaotic so he’s very grateful for your help with organising and structure

[scissorsandsmiles]

I worked on a custom order today. Instead of making the micro mini books into earrings, I left them as is. They will be used as game pieces for a board game, my customer revealed. How fun is that? You can find them in my Etsy store (link above).

[miasfriendshipbeads]

Hi 💕

We are Mia’s Friendship Beads 💎 A small jewellery business based in Dublin, Ireland 🍀

We already have Instagram & TikTok: miasfriendshipbeads ✨… And we feel like Tumblr also fits perfectly into our business aspirations🌞 and that some of our target audience may be found on here 😌

We are currently selling on Etsy which suits our current budget, but we are hoping to start our own website sometime soon 🛍️

We already have some products available on Etsy if you’d like to check them out here😌➡️ https://miasfriendshipbeads.etsy.com

Our posts will mainly be pics of our products but we are also fond of a verse or two📝.. All will be revealed soon🤭

That’s all for now..🩷✨

[petnews2day]

Dublin jewellery designer Chupi Sweetman takes aim at ‘cynical’ people after post about €7,500 lost ring went viral

New Post has been published on https://petnews2day.com/news/general-news/dublin-jewellery-designer-chupi-sweetman-takes-aim-at-cynical-people-after-post-about-e7500-lost-ring-went-viral/?utm_source=TR&utm_medium=Tumblr+%230&utm_campaign=social

Dublin jewellery designer Chupi Sweetman takes aim at ‘cynical’ people after post about €7,500 lost ring went viral

Ms Sweetman said she shared the tale on social media in a “very genuine attempt to reunite this engagement ring with its owner” Dublin jewellery designer takes aim at ‘cynical’ people after post about €7,500 lost ring went viral A boutique Irish jewellery designer has put a new spin on the term ­“engagement” ring, after […]

See full article at https://petnews2day.com/news/general-news/dublin-jewellery-designer-chupi-sweetman-takes-aim-at-cynical-people-after-post-about-e7500-lost-ring-went-viral/?utm_source=TR&utm_medium=Tumblr+%230&utm_campaign=social #OtherNews

[fictionophile]

"The Secret of Eveline House" by Sheila Forsey - Book Review #ReadingIrelandMonth24 @PoolbegBooks @SheilaForsey #TheSecretOfEvelineHouse #BookReview

An unforgettable, dual-time line story which tells the tale of the residents of an Irish house over the years. “Religion and tradition still ruled the state.” 1949-50 – The Ward family took ownership of Eveline House in County Wicklow not far from Dublin. They were native Irish who met and were married in London, England. Henry Ward was an ambitious goldsmith/jewellery designer while his wife…

[productofnfld]

Bank Robbers on the Run

It was 1848 and £1900 was a small fortune; enough money to change a life.

It was certainly enough to change the lives of two young men named Brady and M’Naughton, if for no other reason than they’d stolen it. The duo had robbed the Bank of England in Manchester and, in doing so, became the subject of a trans-Atlantic manhunt that brought them to Newfoundland.

Before it all unravelled, they lived large in St. John’s leaving behind a mystery that remains unsolved to this day.

The Robbery

In 1848 William Francis M’Naughton was a clerk for the merchant firm of Mssrs. Alex. Henry and Co. in Manchester, England. As a clerk, M’Naughton observed the running of the office and handled paperwork for the company.

He watched vast sums of money moving through the firm — far more money than he could ever hope to earn. As a clerk he was perfectly situated to learn the paperwork that directed the money in and out of the firm’s hands.

It occurred to him, that with the right documents, he could direct some of that cash into his own hands.

On March 29, 1848 he presented himself to a teller at the Manchester branch of the Bank of England. In his possession was a forged cheque in the name of the firm. He asked to have it cashed. It was for the exorbitant sum of £3450, 17s.

The teller obliged, giving M’Naughton six £500 Bank of England notes, four £100 notes, one £50 and 17s. in gold and silver.

Later that day, M’Naughton proceeded to the Cunliffes, Brooks & Co.'s Bank seeking a letter of credit for the Liverpool Bank. He produced three of his stolen £500 notes.

The request raised the suspicions of the bank, they asked M’Naughton to bring someone who could verify his identity. His companion, Thomas Brady, vouched for him. The bank remained suspicious.

Feeling they were about to be discovered, M’Naughton and Brady hurried from the bank, leaving their £1500 behind.

They were disappointed to have lost so much money, still they had over £1900. It was a fortune. In modern spending power it would equate to over £180 000 (over $300 000 CDN).

Brady and M’Naughton realized that if the bank in Manchester had been suspicious, they were in trouble. If they hoped to remain free men, they needed to get away from England.

The pair decided a new life in North America looked appealing. So, travelling under the assumed names of Bradshaw and O’Kelly they began their trek.

By March 30th they were in Dublin. They took advantage of their time in the city to get a makeover and to spend some of their cash. They got haircuts and treated themselves to some expensive new jewellery.

On April 1st they boarded a ship called the Alcester and, in due time, they found themselves on the New York waterfront.

New York

The story gets a little fuzzy here.

The timeline suggests that the pair spent about two months in New York, but little is known about their time in the city. It seems life wasn’t as relaxed as they’d hoped — word of their crime had reached the States. Worse than that, the police had let it be known that the bank robbers might have made their way to New York.

Suddenly, staying in New York seemed like a risky thing to do. It was certainly no place to spend their stolen cash. Cashing a large sum of English money might bring with it too many questions. Worse again, the papers had printed the serial numbers on the bills — any suspicious banker could easily identify the stolen bills.

M’Naugton and Brady needed to find a place further off the beaten track. They headed to the waterfront and were greeted with an ideal opportunity. Right in front of them was a small ship taking on cargo for Fogo, an island off the northeastern coast of Newfoundland.

It was the perfect, out-of-the-way place the pair needed to throw the police off their trail.

Fogo

M’Naughton and Brady approached the ship’s captain. It was as if fate were smiling on them — the boat was short two deckhands. Without any hesitation they took the jobs and, within hours, they — and their ill-gotten cash — were en route to Newfoundland.

The trip to Fogo was uneventful. M’Naughton and Brady proved themselves to be able seamen. By the time the ship had tied-up in Fogo, the captain was impressed enough with their work that he offered them the opportunity to accompany him on a fishing expedition to the Grand Banks.

The thieves had no intention of accepting; they hadn’t robbed a bank so they could become fishermen. They wanted a taste of the sort of life £1900 could buy.

In Fogo harbour the secured passage aboard a schooner headed for St. John’s.

St. John’s

It was early July when the set eyes on St. John’s — they had been on the run for over three months.

When Brady and M’Naughton had robbed the Bank of England, it wasn’t the life of a fugitive they had in mind; neither was it life in Newfoundland. As they began to explore St. John’s, they realized that the city was nothing like New York — for better and worse.

It lacked the opulence of New York but, importantly, it offered the pair a chance to start afresh. No one in St. John’s knew the ‘Bank of England robbers’ were anywhere near.

The fugitives wasted little time in exploring the finer things St. John’s had to offer. They dipped into their cash and bought themselves stylish new clothes. The soon embarked on a plan to head to Spain.

Going to Spain was going to involve spending more money, and though the pair felt relatively safe in St. John’s, they weren’t reckless. They were careful to spend only small bills. Spending the large notes, they reasoned, might look suspicious or, at the very least, pique curiosity.

Along the way, the pair frequented all of the city’s most fashionable and expensive establishments. To the citizen’s of St. John’s, the pair appeared to be well-educated, affluent Irish gentlemen. They were charming and entertaining, and soon found themselves rubbing elbows with the well-to-do.

M’Naughton and Brady were thoroughly enjoying themselves.

There was just one problem; by the end of July, with their preparations for Spain and lavish lifestyle, they had burned through their small cash.

They were going to have to spend some of their stolen banknotes.

They made a plan.

The Bookseller and the Bishop

They decided to buy some books.

On July 31st, M’Naughton approached Mr. Duffy, of the Dublin Bookstore on Water Street. He told him that, if he could change a £100 Bank of England note, he and Brady would buy £12-worth of books.

A sale of £12 seemed like too good a deal to pass up. Still, it was an awful lot of money to have in a single note — remember, £100 in 1848 was equivalent to the spending power of something-like $25 000 CDN nowadays.

It was more money than Duffy had on hand, but he assured the men he could find the change. He took the note and instructed the men to meet him back at his storefront later that evening.

Though he’d agreed to the deal, something didn’t sit right with Duffy. He went to see his friend, Bishop Fleming to discuss the matter.

As the Bishop examined the note, he paused; he had a faint recollection. He’d read about a robbery in England in which two thieves had fled with a number of large banknotes. If his memory was correct, the newspaper had printed the serial numbers of the bills.

He set about searching for the newspaper.

In short order, he found it. There, printed in black and white, was the number 38,458 — the same serial number as M’Naughton’s and Brady’s £100 note.

The Arrest

They summoned the Chief of Police. Duffy told him everything he knew about the bill, M’Naughton and Brady. The police descended on the hotel where the bank robbers had been living. They arrested them and carted them to jail on Signal Hill.

News spread through St. John’s like wildfire. No one, least of all the new friends of Brady and M’Naughton, could believe it. They insisted that there had to have been some miscarriage of justice.

M’Naughton and Brady thought so too.

A Chance at Freedom

They argued that their arrest had been unlawful. On August 5th, they took their case to the magistrate who, upon investigation, decided there had been irregularities in the arrest. Ultimately, the chief justice quashed the writs against the men. Not satisfied to let them go on a technicality, he ordered them detained until the proper paperwork was obtained.

The men were returned to Signal Hill.

Escape from Signal Hill

M’Naughton and Brady may have lost their appeal for freedom but they lost none of their resolve. Their morale was bolstered by the circle of friends they’d made in town.

Against prison protocols, some of their friends began visiting them. They brought with them gifts including new clothing and food. One day, according to legend, a large cake was delivered to their cell. Inside were hidden the tools needed break free.

M’Naughton and Brady used a chisel to quietly chip away at a wooden door.

The night of August 15th was foggy. It was the perfect time, they decided, to make their escape. They slipped through the now-open wooden door, up into the prison’s attic, the through a window, and onto the roof of a prison outbuilding. From there they crept along a narrow cliff-side pathway until they could get to the prison gate.

The gate was guarded by a sentry. The duo waited until the guard patrolled to the far end of the fence.

Just as they were about to escape, M’Naughton decided to turn back. He had, apparently, forgotten his boots in the cell. The pair quickly agreed to meet-up outside the fence.

Behind the guard’s back, Brady bolted for freedom while M’Naughton crept back inside.

Just as M’Naughton darted for the prison, the guard reached the end of his beat. He turned around, spotted motion in the jailyard and raised an alarm.

M’Naughton was quickly captured.

The prison sent word to the police that Brady escaped. A manhunt was mounted. They searched the city, the coastline and the forest but no sign of Brady was ever found.

The Trial of William M’Naughton

On August 24th M’Naughton was transported back to England aboard the steamer Vesuvius. His trial began on September 9th where he was examined in a courtroom that the newspapers described as “exceedingly crowded.” There was much interest in the case, especially among the business people of Manchester. They wanted to see how a man who had defrauded a business of so much money was prosecuted.

The evidence from St. John’s was included in the trial and in December M’Naughton was convicted.

His sentence was “to be transported beyond the seas for a term of 10 years.”

What of Thomas Brady?

Nobody knows how Brady’s story ends.

Some say, he died of exposure in the wilderness.

Others insist that he made his way to the base of Signal Hill and swam across the narrows to Fort Amherst, where he hid in the forest until daylight. From there he made his way to Black Head where, he hid in a hayloft.

Some insist that his friends aided in his escape. Which is not a crazy supposition, after all he had friends loyal enough to smuggle a chisel into his jail cell.

It is said that he cut his hair, got the clothes of a fisherman and assumed a new identity in a small Newfoundland outport, where he started a new life. It’s possible he has descendants living in Newfoundland today, none-the-wiser as to the true identity of their great-great-grandfather.

Or, perhaps he did make an escape and was reunited with M’Naughton.

We’ll never know.

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'Andrew Scott has opened up about the heartbreaking loss of his mother, which has made his recent success “bittersweet”.

The Irish actor’s beloved mum Nora sadly passed away in March, following a short illness.

The Dublin native has since paid tribute to his late mother and said: “She was the source of practically every joyful thing in my life.”

Andrew opened up about his recent loss to the Sunday Times, and said: “Well, you know, you have to — life goes on, you manage it day by day.

“It’s very recent, but I certainly can say that so much of it is surprising and unique, and there is so much that I will be able to speak about at some point.”

He then admitted he’s trying to remain positive and keep himself busy, but his accomplishments have been bittersweet since his mother’s passing.

The actor has received huge praise for his on-screen performances, most recently his role as Tom Ripley in the Netflix adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley from Patricia Highsmith.

Previously, he won a BAFTA Television Award and two Laurence Olivier Awards, and has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards previously.

The Irish star confessed that his mum was an inspiration for him to experiment with fashion.

He revealed: “My mother was an art teacher, she was obsessed with all sorts of design. She loved jewellery and jewellery design.”

“Anything that is visual, tactile, painting, drawing, is a big passion of mine, so I have tremendous respect for the creativity of designers.”

During the same interview, Andrew also praised Paul Mescal for being a “wonderful friend”, following the death of his mother.

“I adore Paul,” he told the newspaper.

“Obviously it’s been a tough time recently and he just continues to be a wonderful friend. It’s everything.”

The pair starred opposite each other in the critically acclaimed film, All Of Us Strangers.'