A good looking heart shaped tie pin that has been set with a pear shaped sapphire within a border of small diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1910. It would make a perfect gift to a bridegroom. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1890. The gold work is detailed with a rope design border and a ruby within a star setting. It would make a perfect present to a bridegroom as the ruby represents Love. The top also unscrews so it could have been used for another purpose too such as a stud. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A neat looking 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. It has a natural pearl on either end with a braided gold knot in between. It would make a perfect gift to a bridegroom as the meaning is "Tying the knot". All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A lovely heart shaped 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. gold tie pin that has been set with a green garnetDescribes a group of several closely related minerals. Garnets come in a variety of colours, however the most common colour is dark red. In descriptions, ‘garnet’ tends to refer to dark red stones unless otherwise specified. and two naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  split pearls. The proper name for this stone is a demantoidA sub-variety of andradite and the moat valuable of the garnets, the colour ranges from dark green (hence sometimes miscalled "Uralian emerald") to yellowish-green (hence sometimes miscalled "olivine"). It is the most expensive and rare of garnet gemstones. It has many similarities with the diamond ("demant"), hence its name (meaning 'diamond-like'), but it ... More garnet. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia’s western central Ural Mountains. Miners were immediately stunned by the highly refractive nature of the gem material. They began comparing it to diamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use... More and referred to it as “demantoid”, from the French “demant” meaning diamond. These bright apple green stones are comparatively rare and very expensive and were popular during the EdwardianJewellery made in the Edwardian era (1901-1914). period so they were used in all types of jewellery. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the}

An unusual solid 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold novelty tie pin of a cat's head that was made circa 1900-1910. He has bright diamondA precious, lustrous gemstone made of highly compressed carbon. Diamonds are one of the hardest materials known to mankind. Colours of diamonds range from colourless, yellow, orange and brown to almost black. Natural coloured (or ‘fancy’) diamonds can be extremely rare. The cut, colour, clarity and carat weight of a diamond are the criteria jewellers use... More eyes. A special piece for all you cat lovers out there ! All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A stylish tie pin that can be worn on a race day and a wedding day and other occasions too! It was made in the roaring twenties when tie pins were de rigour. It is 15ct yellow gold on the reverse with a platinum front with two bands across the circle and a diamond set in the centre. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart and neat tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with fourteen well matched white diamonds with a natural split pearl in the centre. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A reverse crystal intaglio is a rock crystal cabochon with an intaglio carved into the flat back. The intaglio was also painted realistically with oils so, that when viewed through the top, the image appears three-dimensional. Finally, the back was sealed in order to preserve the painted areas. The technique originated in Belgium c. 1860 and is attributed to an artist named Emile Marius Pradier. This technique was also practiced in England by Thomas Cook and his descendants who made crystals for Lambeth & Co. Production of a reverse crystal intaglio begins with the mining and cutting of fine rock crystal from Brazil or Madagascar. A well-formed cabochon is the key to a beautifully made reverse intaglio and the tedious process of hand polishing it to perfection had to be completed before the design work could begin. A watercolour of the image was painted on the underside of the cabochon and an oil and diamond dust mixture was used along with up to 250 scribing tools to carve the design into the interior of the crystal “…the deeper the carving the more pronounced trompe l’oeil effect.” Once the carving was established the painting process began with extremely fine brushes and paint working in reverse to create incredibly detailed images. The motifs most commonly found are sporting themes like horses, dogs, foxes and birds. This relatively secret process passed through family members, so keeping it exclusive and expectations of quality were very high. This example is a highly detailed carving of a lady hunts woman riding sidesaddle on her horse with a hound beside her within an 18ct gold mount with rope work detail. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A striking tie pin that was made in the 1920s. It has been set with square cut shaped emeralds and rose diamonds within a circle. It is typical of the style of the period and is smart to wear. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A pretty 14ct gold tie pin that was made in America circa 1910. It has been set with a diamond and natural split pearls and takes the form of a sprig with a flower. An ideal present for your fiance. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A sweet 15ct gold tie pin of a flower with two petals within a circle of gold. It is set with natural split pearls. It was made circa 1900-1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin}

An attractive 15ct gold tie pin in the form of a flower with applied gold bobbles and rope edge. It was made circa 1880. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A 9ct gold tie pin that has been set with an almandine garnet with a natural split pearl above and below. It was made circa 1910. I love the possible meaning of joining two people together with love. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A very fine 15ct gold model of a Jack Russell terrier made circa 1900-1910.}

A fine model of a dog's head, possibly a labrador. It was made circa 1900-1910. A good tie pin to wear out shooting! All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An unusual 15ct gold tie pin with an "S" set with rose diamonds with a natural pearl above. It was made circa 1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A pretty 15ct gold tie pin set with an opal and a natural split pearl in a sprig design. It was made circa 1910. These tie pins make great presents to a future husband on his wedding day. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart opal tiepin set with three opals with a ruby in the centre and a rose diamond in the stem. it is a trefoil design. Trefoil designs are especially suitable as presents for people with Christian beliefs such as a Christening, a Confirmation or a 1st Holy Communion. They are also suitable for other events where perhaps an element of faith and protection could be beneficial, for example, for someone setting out on a difficult journey, or retiring, or getting married or engaged, or for an anniversary. It was made circa 1900-1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A tie pin to warn us all of Global warming, a Polar bear standing on a small iceberg. The bear is 15ct gold and he perches above a baroque pearl. This tie pin was made 1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An unusual 15ct gold tie pin in a diamond shape. Within the openwork scalloped surround are nine natural split pearls. It was made circa 1900-1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A striking and quite large 15ct gold tie pin with an open circular design set with angel skin coral and natural split pearls. This design often represented the winning post in a horse race but it could also be a decorative piece. It was made circa 1880. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A good looking 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with an opal that displays good flashes of blue and green with some red. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A 9ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1860. It is a mourning pin which explains the black enamel and the use of the "Forget me not flower". It has been set with natural split pearls for "Tears". All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An attractive round 9ct gold tiepin set with a small rose diamond within a star shaped setting meaning that "You are the star in my life". It was made in Chester in 1907. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart gold tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with a lovely natural pearl. It would be an ideal wedding gift. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An attractive tie pin that was made in the early 1900s. It has been set with a red paste that to all intents and purposes looks like a ruby. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A good looking tie pin that was made circa 1910 and has been set with a beautiful grey white natural pearl with an old mine cut diamond below. Natural pearls are hard to come by so this pearl is a lovely example. It looks so smart when worn. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910 and has been set with a good natural pearl. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

This is not a large opal. It is very neat and small and is surrounded by a 9ct gold rope design. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart silver tie pin featuring a croquet mallet. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A pretty 14ct gold tie pin set with a small natural pearl within a coiled design. It was made in America circa 1900-1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A lucky 15ct gold wishbone tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. A lovely gift to a future husband. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A lovely 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been set with a cabochon sapphire. The gold work has raised curl design in a circle. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An attractive 9ct gold tie pin set in a cluster design with bright red garnets. The centre garnet is slightly raised. It was made circa 1950. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A 9ct gold mourning tie pin with a glazed locket section with black enamel around it. It was made circa 1820. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An interesting 9ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1820. It has been set with six rose cut garnets in a flower design. It was most likely made in Holland. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A good quality 15ct gold tie pin of a crouching fox. His fur has been chased (engraved) in a realistic fashion. He was made circa 1870. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A good looking tie pin that has been set with a cabochon cut citrine. There are two gold balls on either side. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart Georgian 9ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1820. It has the typical repoussee decoration of the period around the edge and a rectangular glazed locket in the centre. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A lovely tie pin that would be a good gift to a fiance. It was made circa 1880 and is 15ct gold and has been set with a rose diamond. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An attractive tie pin set with a natural pearl and a diamond in the form of a sprig. It was made circa 1910 in the Art Nouveau naturalistic style that was popular at that time. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An unusual 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1890. It has been set with a pear shaped cabochon cut lapis lazuli. Around it is a coiled snake. Lapis Lazuli has always been known as a stone of royalty and spirituality and the snake is a symbol of eternal love. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A beautifully modelled 18ct gold tie pin of a cello. It was made circa 1900-1910. What a wonderful gift to give to a musician! All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A good quality 18ct gold tiepin of a horseshoe that was retailed by the famous firm Hancocks, circa 1890. It says rather grandly on the silk inside the case  "Jewellers and silversmiths to the Principal Sovereigns of Europe"  Mr Charles Frederick Hancock established his firm in Bruton Street in 1849. Dealing in the finest jewellery, silver and gemstones Hancocks quickly built a good reputation. Within a year the company had been granted a Royal Warrant by Queen Victoria and was soon counting many of the principle sovereigns of Europe as patronsIn 1856 Queen Victoria entrusted Hancocks with the making of the newly introduced Victoria Cross, the highest military award for gallantry in the British armed forces, an honour that we continue to uphold today. This horseshoe tiepin has been set with a good ruby, two old mine cut diamonds and two pear shaped emeralds. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A neat and simple silver tie pin that was made in the early 1900s. It has been set with a cabochon cut piece of mother of pearl. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A spectacular quite large and beautifully made tiepin of a garter surrounding a shield that was made circa 1860. It has been set with jasper, bloodstone and grey agate. This pin would most likely have originally been worn by a Laird and is a real collector'e piece.}

An unusual 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1860-1880 at the time when Scotland was the destination place to go as Queen Victoria had just purchased Balmoral castle. It is a shield with a garter around it and has been set with jasper and bloodstone. It is in the original presentation case. Stamped in gold on the green silk interior is "Marshall 24 & 25 Prince's St Edinburgh". All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin. A wonderful gift for a Scottish gentleman!}

A very unusual 18ct gold tie pin with Royal blue enamel ground and white enamel figures in various positions. There is a snake like creature and a man holding a flag. It is difficult to determine what the subject is so I settled for circus figures! It was made circa 1900. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart 15ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1880. It has been set with an oval banded sardonyx with small rose diamonds around it. It may have been a memorial tie pin as onyx was often used to remember a loved one. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An unusual 9ct gold tie pin that was made circa 1800-1820. It is urn shaped with a heart shaped citrine surrounded by blue Vauxhall glass and natural split pearls. It would make a very striking piece to wear! All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An attractive round 15ct gold tiepin set with a small rose diamond. It was made around 1880 and has applied gold wire work. This is called "Etruscan Revival" as it copied the ancient Etruscan jewellery techniques. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A good looking 15ct gold Victorian tie pin set with a rectangular cut ruby. It was made circa 1880. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An 18ct gold tie pin set with a banded sardonyx. The trick was when carving the onyx bead to get the white band equal all the way round! There are four concentric bands of black enamel around it. This pin was made circa 1880. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An attractive gold tie pin set with a cabochon ruby and three oval shaped cabochon opals. It was made circa 1900-1910. Opal is the birthstone for the month of October. It is also the stone given to celebrate the 14th year of marriage. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A 15ct gold tie with a burgee for the Royal Clyde Yacht club. It was founded in 1834 and amalgamated with the Royal Northern Yacht club at a later date. In Yacht clubs members may fly their club's burgee while under way and at anchor, day or night. This is a finely enamelled example that was made circa 1900-1910 and would be ideal for a member today! All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An 18ct gold tie pin with a crescent motif set with graded rose diamonds. The crescent moon represented a new relationship and the hope it would “wax” into matrimony. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An unusual Baroque pearl tiepin that looks like a female torso! Baroque is the common term used to describe pearls that are not round as they are asymmetrical and their surface is dented and uneven. These pearls were greatly used in Victorian and Art Nouveau pieces as with this example. There is a small rose diamond for the tummy button. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A smart tie pin set with a quarter of a carat diamond. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

A finely made and smart 15ct gold tie pin. It has granular decoration that has been applied by hand. It was made circa 1860-1880 when this Etruscan Revival design was in fashion. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}

An unusual "Novelty" 15ct gold tie pin with an enamelled frog. It was made circa 1900-1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.}