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An unusual and large 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More that was made circa 1880. It has been set with an oval plain carnelian​A translucent red variety of chalcedony which in its turn is a form of cryptocrystalline quartz. ​Carnelian has​ been known and used since antiquity when it was sourced from the surfaces of the Egyptian and Arabian deserts. The ​most prized carnelian has a true blood-red color. More with a bevelled edge. It hinges open to reveal a glazed compartment for a photograph. On either side the shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More have been engraved with bold foliate scrolls. Perfect for the man about town. }

A good looking 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made circa 1880-1900. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is split in to two bands and sweeps up to join the top. The top has been set with a carved banded onyxOnyx is an opaque black variety of polycrystalline chalcedony quartz.  More intaglioAn engraved stone, the opposite of a cameo, with a recessed design cut below the surface of the stone. Intaglio designs are common for signet rings and fob seals. More of a crest that consists of a shield and two lions rampant with a helmet and wings. A special ring that is a great look when worn.}

A good heavy gauge 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More that was made in London in 1927. It is composed of a shield shape in the centre that can be engraved if wanted. On either side is an attractive and smart incised decoration. Plain gold signet rings are hard to find as sadly they have been scrapped over the years. }

A heavy gage 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More that was made in Birmingham in 1863. It has a plain shield design in the centre with ornate bright cut engraved shouldersThe point on a ring where the central section meets the shank or band, often carved, decorated or inlaid with small diamond accent stones. More with a flower and leaf pattern that continues around the shield. A good quality ring to wear on a daily basis}

A really good 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More that has been set with a bloodstoneA dark green to dark bluish-green variety of Chalcedony that is splattered with red or brown spots that resemble blood. The extent of the marking varies depending on the stone. Spots are favoured over larger stripes and markings. More. It is a heavy gage so feels really good when worn. It was made in London in 1961. The bloodstone can be engraved with a monogram or crest if wanted.}

A 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) More gold signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More that has been set with a bloodstoneA dark green to dark bluish-green variety of Chalcedony that is splattered with red or brown spots that resemble blood. The extent of the marking varies depending on the stone. Spots are favoured over larger stripes and markings. More which can be engraved with a crest or monogram. It was made in London in 1983. It is suitable for either sex as it is not large}

A smart pair of 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold and platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More cufflinks that were made in the 1920s. They have been engine engraved with a ripple design in platinum and 18ct gold which is very effective and looks great when worn. They would make a lovely 21st present }

A good stylish pair of 18ct gold cufflinks by Pierre Cardin. Pierre Cardin (born 1922) is an Italian-born French fashion designer known for his avant-garde style and his Space Age designs. He prefers geometric shapes and motifs, often ignoring the female form. He advanced into unisex fashions, sometimes experimental, and not always practical. He introduced the "bubble dress" in 1954. His jewellery reflects this style. }

A good pair of mid 20th century 18ct gold cufflinks. Each square link has been rub over set with a cabochon sapphire within a hobnail design. They are great quality and look really smart when worn }

A wonderful pair of onyx and diamond cufflinks which are French and were made circa 1920. The rose diamonds are set in platinum and the backs are 18ct gold. They are incredibly smart and very collectable and are in excellent condition. }

A charming tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910 of a chick.  it is beautifully modelled and his body has been set with rose diamonds with a ruby eye.  The use of a chick especially one newly hatched meant the birth of a child.  All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin. }

A fabulous pair of 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold cufflinks that were made in the 1930-1940 period. They have been set with square cut rubies in a diagonal design with ridged gold work on either side. They are very stylish and a great design.}

A smart dress set that was made in the 1920s. It is composed of four dress buttons, a pair of cufflinks and a pair of collar studs. Each one has been set with a octagonal piece of onyx with a diamond in the centre within a white gold border. They are in a blue Moroccan leather case with gold tooled detail. A perfect 21st present }

A good looking Art Deco dress set that was made in the 1920s. It is typical of the geometric style with its octagonal design. it is composed of four dress buttons, a pair of cufflinks and collar studs. Each link has been set with a mother of pearl plaque with a hob nailed design. In the centre of every link is a French cut sapphire. The case is black Moroccan leather with gold detail. A perfect 21st present }

A smart and wearable tie pin that was made circa 1910. It is a sprig that has been set with an oval natural pearlA pearl-bearing mollusc that has not been tampered with by man to produce a cultivated pearl will produce a 'natural pearl'. More and a small 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. A perfect present for your fiance. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin}

A good pair of 18ct gold Art Deco cufflinks that were made in the 1920s. They have a fantastic strong three dimensional design and have been enamelled in green and black enamel. At that time there was a complete reaction to the fussiness of the Victorian period followed by the flowing designs of the Art Nouveau era. Simplicity in stark geometric form became the way forward and this style was echoed in the furniture, fabrics and architecture of the time. }

A heavy gage pair of cufflinks that were made circa 1900-1910. They are platinum and 15ct gold and are composed of coiled snakes, one set with a sapphire, the other set with a diamond. The snakes are attached to 15ct gold links with two colour platinum and 15ct gold torpedo shaped ends. }

In ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, frogs symbolised fertility, while in classical antiquity, the Greeks and Romans associated frogs with fertility, harmony, and licentiousness! This little 15ct gold frog with his bright green garnet eyes is swimming furiously and would be a good talking point when worn. He was made circa 1900-1910. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin. }

A very smart pair of 18ct gold cufflinks. Each one has been set with a rectangular plaque of natural lapis lazuli.They originally belonged to a French marquis as the coronet above the shield with three florets within informs us. They are well made and in excellent condition. }

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 very good pair of heavy gage 18ct gold cufflinks that were made circa 1880. They have each been set in star shaped settings with two diamonds, a sapphire and a ruby. They are in lovely condition and are as wearable now as when they were made were made circa 1880. }

A striking pair of 18ct gold cufflinks that were made circa 1920. They each have mother of pearl oval cut inserts set with a diamond within a rub over setting. Surrounding the mother of pearls are bands of red enamel with gold dots. They are smart and would make a great gift. }

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. }

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 very smart original pair of 18ct gold cufflinks that were made in the 1920s. They have been enamelled in the cloisonné technique which is a type of enamel decorative work in which the enamel has been separated by strips of flattened 18ct gold wire placed edgeways on an 18ct gold backing. It is quite complex to do and very effective. These cufflinks have a criss cross design in red and black enamel with a white enamel border. }

A wonderful 15ct two colour red and yellow gold seal that was made circa 1800-1820. It has been set with four turquoise, two on either side, and is decorated with leaves and flowers. The use of the turquoise means "Forget me not". The base has been set with a white chalcedony and is plain. These seals look lovely when worn on a chain or layered with other pieces. }

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 pair of 18ct gold Art Deco cufflinks. The platinum top has a typical 1920s striped design and it has then been hammered to give a cell effect. The well matched sapphires are cut "en cabochon" to complete the look. }

A good pair of heavy 18ct gold cufflinks that were made circa 1920. They are double sided and joined by a dog clip so they can easily be put on. They have smart striped white bands of enamel on each link. }

An unusual 18ct white gold ring set with small diamonds around an onyx intaglio with a crest of a stag. There is a motto below. It reads "Ratio Regnum Regat" which means "Reason Rules the Kingdom".The shank has diamond set shoulders and is decorated with engraved work. It was made circa 1920 in America but is a Scottish crest so a branch of the family most probably commissioned it to be made. }

An unusual pair of 18ct gold cufflinks that were made circa 1960. They are composed of carved smoky quartz with a cabochon sapphire in each one. A very smart look. }

A lovely tie pin with a finely painted miniature of a temple with a lake. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin. }

A stylish pair of Art Deco silver ridged cufflinks set with curved shaped amazonite. They were made in Germany circa 1920-1930. }

A good stylish pair of two colour cross over design 18ct gold cufflinks by Cartier. They were made in the 1980s, and are in their original case. }

An unusual pair of 18ct gold cufflinks. Each one is et with a fine hand painted portrait miniature of different Maharajahs. They were made circa 1860-1880. }

A smart pair of silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness. More cufflinks with a triangular inset of onyxOnyx is an opaque black variety of polycrystalline chalcedony quartz.  More in each one. They were made in the 1980s in Mexico.}

A very smart pair of French 18ct white gold mounted cufflinks. They are engraved frosted rock crystal with round lapis lazuli inserted with a diamond in the middle. Very stylish and made circa 1920-1930. }

A smart pair of 18ct gold cufflinks with carved square shaped onyx sections. They are easy to put on as they hinge back. They were made in the 1980s. }

A good gift for the head of the family! This is a well modelled cockerel set with a mixture of old mine cut and rose diamonds. He has a little cabochon ruby for his eye. }

A useful pair of 15ct gold Victorian cufflinks. They are engraved with swirls and flowers. }

An attractive stickpin composed of a gold rush piece of agate with gold flecks within it. It is surrounded by eight rose diamonds. A whole jewellery market grew up around the gold rush in the 19th century in America and many items were made from vesta cases to earrings. }

A wonderful pair of 18ct gold shell cufflinks made by New York based jewellers Trianon. The enamel is beautifully executed and each cufflink has been set with a pearl. }

A fine pair of reverse intaglio cufflinks. 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 – horses, dogs, foxes and birds. This relatively secret process passed through family members, so keeping it exclusive and expectations of quality were very high. They remained in fashion until poorly made glass and plastic imitations flooded the market c. 1920s. They were made circa 1900-1910. These cufflinks are very collectable today. }

A good set of 18ct gold and platinum buttons which are in their original case retailed by "Au Carnival de Venise Paris." They have a natural split pearl in the centre of each one which in turn has a round mother of pearl plaque. They were made circa 1910-1920s. }

A good large late Georgian seal which is 9ct gold over a metal base. It has a really well carved intaglio on the base of a Greek scholar. This seal is typical of the Neo-Classical period when Greek scholars were celebrated once more. }

An unusual stickpin of a black woman in profile. She is wearing hoop earrings and an extremely fine gold entwined necklace. It was made in the Victorian period. }