Gifts Under £1000

A very striking 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 ring that was made circa 1920-1930. It has been set with a large bouton shaped naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  More Neopolitan coralAn organic gem, calcium carbonate with a trace of carotene, deposited by tiny sea creatures living in the depths of warm seas in huge colonies. It grows in branches that look like underwater trees. Coral is believed to be one of the oldest forms of gemstone jewellery, with some pieces dating back as far as 23,000 BC. More and has a ring of marcasiteThe marcasite of jewellery is in fact iron pyrite as marcasite itself is too brittle alone for the durability required of a piece. This jewellery marcasite is sometimes called ‘fool’s gold’ given its heavily metallic appearance. Marcasite of this kind also offers a kind of iridescence, explaining its use as a more affordable diamond replacement that wi... More (iron pyrites) around it. In the Art DecoJewellery made in the Art Deco era (1920-1935). More period red and black colours were often used together with diamonds, or as in this case marcasite. It is a great look especially if you love coral!}

A very pretty 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 crossover ring that was made around 1910. The shankThe circle of metal that attaches to the decorative part of a ring and encircles the finger. More is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold and the diamonds are set in 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 displaying two good white old cutOld Cut (or Old European Cut) diamonds are characterised by a symmetrical rounded outline, and a deep crown and pavilion (the top and bottom sections of a brilliant cut stone when viewed in profile).  More diamonds and small diamonds on either side. This style of ring would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

An unusual VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More locket that was made circa 1880. The front has been enamelled in blue red and green passion flowers with black stems and an engraved background. The reverse has also been engraved with leaves and flowers with a central banner engraved with the initials A.E.N. It opens to reveal two glazed compartments for photographs. It is 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) More back and front which means that the front and back panels are 9ct gold but the hinges and inner parts are metal}

A highly detailed 15ct gold brooch that was made circa 1880-1900. It has been set with alternate sapphires and diamonds in a line in the centre. Around the edge there is "Etruscan work" which is fine gold wire that has been hand applied. To understand Etruscan Revival jewellery, you have to know of the original Etruscan jewellery unearthed in tombs just outside Rome in the early 1800s. Intricately wrought golden earrings and necklaces were meticulously ornamented with tiny gold beads and twisted wires densely applied to the surface. Noone had seen gold worked like that since the Etruscans had carefully buried the treasures with their dead. The secret to the fascinating granulation found on the Etruscan hoards was claimed to have been discovered by Fortunato Pio Castellani and he produced many replicas of archeological treasure finds using ancient techniques. Other jewellers copied his technique. This brooch is a good example. On the reverse is an oval locket section. }

A pretty 18ct white gold eternity band that has been set with evenly matched small white diamonds. It would be ideal worn with other eternity bands, on its own or as a wedding band. This ring is a size N 1/2 and may be possible to resize. }

A useful 18ct white gold eternity ring that is a tramline design with round brilliant cut diamonds within. It is a smart look and can be worn on its own or stacked with other eternity bands. This ring is a size I 1/2 and cannot be resized. }

A very pretty and quite large 9ct gold heart shaped locket that opens to reveal two compartments for photographs. It has been decorated with applied leaves and circles within a braided border. There is a natural split pearl above the leaves. It is an unusual and very wearable locket. }

A pretty 9ct gold bracelet set with three blister pearls in an oval design with straight links in between. It was made in 1908 in Chester and has a padlock with a safety chain, so it is very secure. }

A very pretty bangle which has five flower clusters set with natural split pearls set on to three bars that continue around the wrist. It is 15ct gold and was made circa 1890. This style of bangle was very popular at the time and is as wearable now as it was then. it has a tongue clasp and a safety chain for extra security }

A very pretty 15ct gold bangle that was made circa 1900-1910. There are four daisies set with natural split pearls with a full natural pearl in the centre. In the Edwardian period the flower designs were often used in jewellery especially the daisy rings that you can see on our site. It is delicate and looks lovely when worn. }

A pretty 15ct gold brooch of a pair of swallows in flight. They have been set with graded natural split pearls and have tiny cabochon ruby eyes. The swallow was considered daring, risk-seeking, and a symbol of change for good in the future. It also meant “Everlasting love” and “loyalty” as swallows mate for life. This brooch was made circa 1900-1910. }

A useful 18ct white gold ring that has been set with eighteen diamonds across the top. It can be worn on its own or stacked with other eternity rings as it is narrow and looks very chic. }

A pretty gilded silver and white enamel necklace that was made in the 1940-1950 period by Elvic and Company. The design is eight repeated waves enamelled with translucent creamy white enamel with an undulating silver design beneath. The company was named after it’s founder Nils Elvik (1853-1935) Elvik & Co who were based in Oslo, Norway. This necklace is typical of mid 20th century modern Scandinavian design and looks lovely when worn. }

Finn Jensen was apprenticed to J.Tostrup then he became an independent designer and manufacturer of high quality vermeil guilloche enamel jewellery from 1953. The workshop continued after his death in 1976. This silver gilt lily pad necklace was one of his signature designs and was made in the late 1950s. The translucent red enamel reveals an etched lily pad leaf design in the silver beneath. It is a timeless piece of jewellery. }

A pretty 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) More gold chain interspersed with eighteen cultured pearls that was made by Deakin and Francis in 1979. They are an excellent firm producing good quality jewellery to this day. The firm was founded in 1786, and is a family run business with the original workshop in the heart of Birmingham. This chain is wearable on an every day basis. }

A beautiful long oval shaped locket that was made circa 1900-1915. It is 15ct gold and opens to reveal an inner glazed compartment. It is very slimline and would look good worn on a mid length chain. }

An unusual silver bracelet with nine large pear shaped cabochon amethysts. It was made in Germany, circa 1960, and is very well designed. It looks lovely when worn. }

A pretty 9ct gold bracelet set with four peridots and four natural split pearls. It was made circa 1910. Quite a few of these bracelets were made in the early 1900s with different stones and varying designs, but this one is an especially lovely example. It has a safety chain for extra security. }

A rock crystal heart pendant which has a concave surface set with a pear shape gold and flat cut garnet centre. The crystal heart is Edwardian circa 1910. The centre is Georgian and has been added at some point. }

A smart 9ct gold bracelet that can either be worn on its own or with other bracelets. It was made circa 1910 and is a gate design with barley twist detail and curb links in between the gate sections. }

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 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. }

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 stylish large oval 9ct gold locket that was made circa 1880. It has a garter and buckle design on one side. The garter symbolised chastity and virtue. It has been engraved on the front and reverse with flowers and ferns and has a chevron motif around the edge. It opens to reveal two compartments for photographs. These lockets look great when worn on a mid length gold chain. }

A smart and stylish 18ct gold ring that was made in Sheffield in 1990. It is in the form of a buckle and has been set with a brilliant cut bright white diamond. It is reminiscent of Victorian buckle rings which literally meant that "You are bound to me". It would be a wonderful wedding or commitment band. This ring can be resized, though please note there may be an additional charge to increase by more than three sizes. }

A pretty silver gilt and white enamel bracelet with a continuous tulip design made by Asbjorn Birkeland who was a pupil of J Tostrup. Tostrup is a well known Norwegian firm of jewellers that was founded in 1832. They are particularly noted for their fine guilloche enamel jewellery. Underneath the translucent white enamel the silver has been decorated which adds extra detail. This bracelet has a necklace to match which is listed in the necklaces section on our site. }

A lovely 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in Birmingham in 1886. It has been set with two old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds and three naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  More split pearls. It has interesting engraved scroll decoration on the sides of the bandA type of ring which is an equal width all the way round. They are traditionally used for wedding rings. More and 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 that make it a bit more special than most pearlNatural pearls are an organic gem formed inside live mollusc shells and come in all shapes and sizes. They are formed as the result of a natural irritant within the mollusc's mantle and as a defence, layers of iridescent nacre form over the top of it, creating a pearl.  More and 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 rings from this period.}

A lovely 18ct gold window locket that was made in France circa 1900-1915. It has convex glass on both sides and hinges open so that you can put photographs within. It magnifies around five per cent. }

An attractive brooch of a duck that has been set with graded rose diamonds and two cabochon rubies for the eyes. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would have been worn on a stock or the lapel of a jacket. }

An attractive brooch that was made circa 1900-1910. The snipe's head has been set with graduated rose diamonds and has a ruby eye. It has been mounted on to a 9ct gold bar pin and would have been worn on a stock or a jacket lapel. }

A lovely 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) More gold bracelet that was made circa 1900-1914. The links are alternate plain and engraved which adds good detail to this bracelet. It is markedA small hallmark or punchmark either on the inside or outside of the shank which indicates the metal is platinum, gold or silver. If the metal is gold, it could also indicate the carat, e.g. 18 carat gold. More on every link 9c for 9ct gold which is a sign of good quality. The padlock is beautifully engraved and hinges open. There is also a safety chainA small chain applied to a piece of jewellery with the purpose of adding additional security to prevent loss. On bracelets and necklaces a safety chain will often join the clasp ends should the clasp fail. On a brooch it is often attached to a small pin which is to be used in tandem with the main brooch pin. More for extra security.}

An unusual 15ct gold chain that was made circa 1900-1910. It has figure of eight links interspersed with smaller decorated figure of eight links and a secure barrel clasp. It is such a pretty chain so it can be worn on its own or with a pendant. }