Deakin & Francis Partners with Parkinson’s UK to Launch the Resilience Ring

23 Apr 2026

As Deakin & Francis celebrates an extraordinary 240 years of British craftsmanship, the heritage jeweller is proud to announce a meaningful new partnership with Parkinson’s UK, unveiling the Resilience Ring in support of the charity’s Parkinson’s Rose Campaign.

Founded in 1786 and proudly operating from the same historic Birmingham workshop, Deakin & Francis is England’s oldest family-run jeweller. Now in its seventh generation, the brand continues to combine traditional craftsmanship with purposeful design - brought to life in this special and meaningful collaboration.

At the heart of the partnership is the Resilience Ring, a distinguished signet ring designed by Deakin & Francis. Handcrafted in sterling silver and finished using traditional vitreous enamel, the piece is a testament to the house’s enduring artistry while serving as a powerful symbol of strength, awareness and support. 

Each ring is meticulously hand-painted using vitreous enamel - an intricate process that begins with finely ground glass powder, carefully mixed to create a paint-like consistency. This is delicately applied in layers to the signet surface before being torch-fired, transforming the matte enamel into a smooth, glass-like finish. The process is repeated multiple times, with additional layers and fine detailing added by hand to build depth and precision. A final coating of clear enamel, known as flux, is applied and fired to protect the design, before being carefully finished to achieve a flawless, high-gloss surface.

Created to mark the launch of the Parkinson’s Resilience Rose, the ring reflects the patience and resilience of those living with Parkinson’s. 

The Resilience Ring also celebrates Parkinson’s UK’s involvement in the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, where the charity will present A Garden for Every Parkinson’s Journey. Designed to reflect the lived experience of Parkinson’s, the garden offers a sensory, accessible space that symbolises moments of challenge, adaptation, and hope. 

The garden features distinct zones, including calming woodland-inspired areas and a night garden designed for those experiencing sleep difficulties, as well as scentless planting to ensure inclusivity for visitors living with Parkinson’s. The Parkinson’s Resilience Rose will sit at the heart of this design, further amplifying its significance.

In support of the charity, Deakin & Francis will donate 10% of all sales of the Resilience Ring to Parkinson’s UK, helping to fund vital research, early diagnosis initiatives and ongoing care for those affected by the condition.

Henry Deakin, seventh-generation owner of Deakin & Francis, comments,

“Following my journey from John o’ Groats to Land’s End, where I was honoured to raise over £100,000 for Parkinson’s UK, it felt incredibly important to continue supporting a cause that is so close to my heart. With my father, David - a sixth-generation member of the family - living with Parkinson’s, the cause carries deep personal significance for us. As we celebrate 240 years of Deakin & Francis, this collaboration allows us to bring together our heritage and craftsmanship in a way that raises both awareness and meaningful funds. The Resilience Ring is not only a piece of jewellery, but a symbol of strength and solidarity.”

Alongside the ring, the Parkinson’s Resilience Rose - supplied by Harkness Roses and available in garden centres nationwide - will donate £5 from every sale towards funding smell tests, supporting earlier diagnosis, and intervention for those showing potential signs of Parkinson’s.

Together, the Deakin & Francis Resilience Ring and Parkinson’s Rose represent a powerful collaboration between craftsmanship, nature and charity, uniting to raise awareness and support for the Parkinson’s community.

The Deakin & Francis Resilience Ring is available to buy from May 2026.

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