How It All Started - The Story Behind Legacy

Hi, my name is Sarah Stoner. I am the founder of Legacy Jewellery.

I thought I’d share the origins of Legacy with you…..

My husband, Christopher Stoner is a second-generation jewellery, who for over thirty years has specialised in designing and creating beautiful, bespoke pieces of jewellery. Over the years he has had the great privilege of creating exceptional jewellery for wonderful clients, including famous sports stars, actors, tech billionaires and even Middle Eastern Royalty.

But the commissions that mattered more to me, were the ones where a client asked if we could include grandma’s diamond in a design. Or mum’s wedding ring. The emotional significance was palpable from the design consultation through to the completion and collection.

I’m a big softy at heart, and those moments left a lasting impression. We weren’t just making jewellery. We were helping people reconnect with their stories, their families, and their memories. Often, these clients had been turned away by traditional jewellers who didn’t want to work with old, sentimental pieces. We were saying yes, with care, compassion, and understanding.

I found myself wondering whether we should be doing more of these jobs.

Then my life changed. My mum became seriously unwell with early-onset dementia and I ricocheted from one crisis to another. Just when I thought things couldn’t get worse, my dad was diagnosed with cancer. Both passed away within a short space of time.

Suddenly, the idea of “Legacy” wasn’t just professional. It was personal.

I understood, not just intellectually but viscerally, why jewellery can mean so much more than the materials it’s made from. Why a scratched sapphire still belongs. Why a worn band, once worn every day by a parent or grandparent, is priceless. Why memory matters more than perfection.

And so, Legacy grew, from a few special commissions into something much bigger. A place where women (and sometimes men) come to reimagine their heirlooms, honour their loved ones, and create beautiful new pieces filled with love.