A sparkling good cause

This Christmas, it’s important to support Irish charities whose fundraising efforts have been impacted by the pandemic. Enable Ireland has found a way for you to give back and pick up some beautiful jewellery too.

This week the charity launched a jewellery event on ebay.ie offering Christmas gifts at a variety of prices.

There's a selection of new and pre-loved jewellery available to buy and all proceeds will support the vital disability services Enable Ireland provides for over 9,200 adults and children across Ireland.

Pieces worth checking out include an antique sapphire and diamond ring, a pair of 14 carat gold tanzanite stud earrings and a 100 year old antique tourmaline and sea pearl brooch made with 15ct gold.

The event will also feature pieces from brands such as Loulerie, Swarovski and Newbridge Silverware.

Speaking ahead of the event Maria Desmond, Enable Ireland Fundraising Manager, said: “We are so grateful for the support of jewellers across the country who have kindly donated beautiful pieces for this event.

“This year has been difficult for all and we are touched by the generosity of local businesses and the community for helping us to launch this online jewellery sale. We are extremely grateful to event sponsors Diana O’Mahony Jewellers and to Ballincollig Jewellers for their generous support.”

Hazel Mitchell of eBay Ireland said: “We are proud to partner with Enable Ireland and provide a sales platform for the charity, particularly at a time when all of its stores are closed. This is a particularly enticing sale that we think will attract huge interest.”

See the jewellery for sale at ebay.ie/str/enableirelandcharity.