About POINT TWO FIVE

We bring unique ideas to fairly priced jewellery by connecting international artists and designers with expert makers in and around Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, UK

why the jewellery quarter?

The Jewellery Quarter in central Birmingham produces 40% of all the jewellery made in the UK, however, the number of jewellers in the area is on the decline, and as it becomes an increasingly popular place to live, rents are rising. As well as worries about rising rents, there’s also concern not enough young people are moving into the industry, resulting in declining skills. As a brand based proudly in Birmingham, we aim to play a small part in sustaining the industry and amplifying the everyday stories of this unique square kilometre.

The density of jewellery making activity in and around the north-west side of the city, grew out of the metalworking industry and the toy trade in the 18th century. Craftspeople with different skills began to cluster together and, over time, particularly with the arrival of the Assay Office, the Jewellery Quarter was born. In recent years there's been a renewed focus on championing and preserving this rich history. But that's only half the story; the Jewellery Quarter today is a truly diverse and mixed use part of the city, with an estimated 10,000 workers, 10,000 residents and over 5,000 students. Through partnerships with local businesses, 0.25 considers the Jewellery Quarter’s crucial role in the city, its heritage, its legacy and the importance of its workers, as it continues to evolve, right in the heart of the city.

We collaborate with established manufacturers specialising in larger scale production, or small workshops and individual craftspeople wth specialist skills

meet our makers