Two World Cup winners swapped the muddy rugby pitch for the delicate launch of a fantastic jewelry store.

Martin Johnson and Dorian West who had been on the England Rugby squad which received the World Cup in 2003 had been the particular company on the launch of Lanes High quality Jewelry in Stamford.

Husband and spouse workforce Ercan and Carli Onguc opened the store within the former Clarks constructing in Crimson Lion Sq. final month and held an official launch final evening (Thursday).

Martin, who is aware of Ercan by way of their youngsters, stated: “There may be some stunning jewelry right here. Stamford can also be a stunning city.”

Dorian added: “Folks ought to get down right here to have a look at the jewelry.

“The enterprise deserves some help.”

The pair performed for Leicester Tigers earlier than progressing onto the England squad, which Martin captained.

Lane High quality Jewelry’s flagship retailer is in Leicester, the place they stay.

The enterprise specialises in diamonds and valuable stones, with a variety of marriage ceremony and engagement rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings.

It additionally gives bespoke engagement rings and employees may help to design one thing unique to the client.

Carli stated: “It has been actually busy since we opened in Stamford and we have now had a pleasant response from the local people.

“We hope we are able to supply one thing completely different which compliments the opposite retailers on the town.”