A lovely 18ct gold ring with a platinum top. It is in the form of a cluster with an opal in the centre surrounded by twelve small diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1910 when opals were popular as they went very well with the fashions of the period such as lace and satins in pale ivory and soft shades of colour.}

A wonderfully impressive 18ct gold Art Nouveau twist ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with two very bright white diamonds that are three quarters o a carat each. The shoulders are set with small diamonds. The top is platinum.}

A wonderful and unusual platinum ring. It is set with a large oval faceted Siberian amethyst that has red and pink flashes within the purple colour. The shank is set with graded rose diamonds to the pierced gallery. A perfect dress ring and it would certainly attract attention!}

This is a very pretty 18ct gold ring with a raised centre old mine cut diamond and seven smaller old mine cut diamonds around it in a daisy cluster design. It has decoration on the shoulders which is an added detail that was often done in the Edwardian period. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A lovely Art Deco 18ct gold ring with a platinum top.It is set with four well matched bright white diamonds with French cut sapphires around them. The platinum has a millgrain decoration around the stones. The meaning of "Millgrain" is a "thousand beads" from the French word. It is the small bumps that you see above on the side of the diamonds and sapphires. The millgrain can be done in two ways. Either it can be hand beaded by a diamond setter or hand engraver, or it can be put on by a millgrain machine. This is an added detail that makes the ring special. It sits low on the finger and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A really pretty diamond cluster ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is pave set with bright white well matched graded diamonds and sits low on the finger. The top is platinum and the shank is 18ct yellow gold. This style of ring is so easy to wear and this ring would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

An attractive 18ct gold ring set with a cornflower blue sapphire in the centre. It is surrounded by ten well matched white diamonds in a white gold setting. It would make a beautiful engagement ring as it is the perfect size, not too big and not too small!}

A pretty 18ct gold late Victorian ring that was made circa 1880-1900. It has been set with a central old mine cut diamond in a gypsy star setting, with a sapphire on either side in square settings. On either side there are millgrained edges. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. This adds extra detail to this sweet ring.}

A well made platinum ring set with twenty one evenly matched white diamonds with a total weight of one and a half carats. These rings were very popular in the 1920s and were often worn with other gemstone eternity rings such as sapphires, rubies and emeralds. It has engraved decorative edges.}

A wonderful Art Deco platinum ring that was made in the 1920s. In the centre it is set with three large diamonds that are slightly raised. They have a total weight of 1.10 carats. Around them are smaller diamonds in a scalloped design. The platinum has millgrain work. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. It would be perfect as an engagement ring.}

A smart Art Deco ring set with a half carat diamond in a square setting. The shank is 18ct white gold and the top is platinum. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A very bright and pretty three stone diamond ring that was made circa 1900-1915. The diamonds are good bright white and well matched stones and it is nice that the one in the centre is slightly larger as it gives the ring a good balance when worn. The shank is decorated on either side which gives this ring added character. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

An unusually detailed 18ct gold digger brooch that was made circa 1900. It consists of the gold spade with a lucky gold nugget on the tip of the blade and on the handle with a rough diamond set on top of the rope. Around the handle are the miners essential tools, a pick and a rope. It would have been worn by a girlfriend or wife of the miner who had gone in search of gold and diamonds during the Gold Rush in South Africa. This type of brooch is called a "Sweetheart brooch". These brooches adorned the lapels of those hoping to have struck it rich in dangerous times!}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring set with a rectangular emerald surrounded by rose cut diamonds. The shank is pierced which gives the ring a lighter look. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would make a wonderful engagement or dress ring.}

A most unusual Art Deco ring that was most likely made in Austria, circa 1920-1930. It is set with a bouton coral with four radiating cut onyx pieces and rose diamonds in between. The top is platinum and the shank is 18ct gold. Cartier used this combination of stones in their jewellery of the same period. it is a smart, well made, and a very stylish ring.}

A very pretty five stone graduated diamond ring. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top and was made circa 1900-1914. The stones are good white diamonds. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold ring with platinum around the three diamonds. It is an interesting slanted design with the gold shank enclosing the three diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1914 and would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A platinum ring that was made circa 1910-1925. It is set with two well matched white diamonds with small diamonds in the shoulders. The design is a crossover which was very popular in the early 20th century and looks just as good now. It would make a perfect engagement ring.}

A pretty Edwardian ring that was made circa 1900-1915. It is an 18ct gold shank with a platinum top, and is a lovely design with a slightly larger central diamond and smaller diamonds around it and on the shoulders. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very pretty Edwardian 18ct gold & platinum top ring that was made circa 1910. It is in a catherine wheel design and set with a central diamond with 10 smaller diamonds around it. It would make a wonderful engagement ring.}

A pretty 9ct gold bangle that was made circa 1900-1910. It has hand applied gold wire work decoration that is known as Etruscan work after the ancient Italian craftsmanship. It is set with a diamond in a star shaped setting.}

A lovely 9ct gold bar brooch with a central cluster of a sapphire with six diamonds around it. It was made circa 1900-1910.}

This is a pretty impressive 18ct gold ring. It is set with a central 1.5 carat sapphire and has over one and a half carats of well matched diamonds around it. It was made in the 1980s.}

A very special Art Deco ring. They are so hard to find in such good condition and this ring is really beautiful. The diamond design is highlighted with a millgrain edge.  This is the name given to a  decoration in the form of tiny beads that are raised using a knurling tool and which add intricate detail. It would make a stunning engagement ring.}

This is a stunning platinum ring. It was made circa 1910-1920 and is set with a central cluster of old European cut diamonds in millgrain settings. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. This adds extra detail to the ring. Around the edge are rose diamonds in a scalloped design with split shoulders that are also set with rose diamonds. It is a beautiful ring with good bright white diamonds, and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A good Art Deco 18ct gold and platinum bracelet that was made in the 1920s. It is set with five square cut sapphires interspersed with smaller diamonds with a larger diamond at either end. It is on a sprung bracelet so it fits snugly on the wrist and does not slide round the wrist. It is a very neat and pretty look when worn.}

A beautiful pair of 18ct white gold drop earrings that were made circa 1910-1920. They are set with a half carat diamond in the centre surrounded by twelve well matched white diamonds with three diamonds above. The photographs do not do the diamonds justice as they are much whiter! They have secure hinged back fittings. The effect is marvellous when worn.}

A pretty 15ct gold ring set with turquoise and a rose diamond in a "Forget me not" flower motif. This was a pun on the flower of the same name and it was intended to mean remembering someone. On the reverse is a locket section which was intended to hold a lock of hair. It was made circa 1820-1830.}

A really stunning platinum drop diamond set pendant on the original platinum chain. It is beautifully made in every detail. The diamonds are well matched white stones and are set in to a stylised flower and leaf design. The reverse is 15ct gold. The chain is platinum with a lovely engraved box clasp with safety fitting. It is an original and very lovely piece of jewellery and would make an ideal gift for a daughter or girlfriend.}

A beautiful late Victorian 18ct gold ring with a carved half hoop shank. It is set with three well matched good mid blue sapphires with two diamonds in between. There are tiny rose diamond points, as they are called, that give the ring a good line on either side. This was often the case with rings of this age. It would be a lovely engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold ring set with five old European cut diamonds. The diamonds are well matched lively white stones. It was made circa 1880-1900 and has a carved half hoop shank. This is the scrollwork on the sides which was a popular design in the late 1800s.. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring that was made circa 1890. It is set with three well matched white old European cut diamonds with four tiny rose diamond "points", as they are known, in between. The shank is a fluted design which adds interest to the ring. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

An unusual Art Deco 14ct white gold ring. It is an asymmetrical design and set with four well matched white diamonds with small rose diamonds interspersed. It was made circa 1920-1930 in Germany where many wonderful ring designs were produced. It would make a wonderful dress or engagement ring.}

This ring has lots of movement in the design. It is 18ct gold and platinum and set with a quarter of a carat diamond in the centre. The shoulders are set with rose diamonds. It was made circa 1900-1915 in Belgium. It would be an unusual engagement ring.}

A pretty little ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with small evenly matched white diamonds in a daisy cluster design with a diamond on either side. the shank is 18ct gold and the top is platinum. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A very pretty Art Deco ring that was made circa 1920. It has an 18ct gold shank with a platinum top, and is set with nine well matched white diamonds in the style that was so popular then. This ring is ideal as an engagement ring.}

An unusual shaped Art Deco ring that was made circa 1920. It is set with an oval natural Basaltic sapphire with three diamonds on top and below. There is a diamond to each side of the sapphire. It has been millgrained on the platinum which is a good extra detail. A Millgrain wheel is a tiny, decorated wheel that leaves a trail of miniature balls when rolled along a sharp edge of metal. The shank is 18ct gold with a platinum top. It would make a great engagement ring.}

A striking Art Deco ring that was made in the 1920s. It is set with a rectangular deep blue sapphire which is surrounded by graded rose diamonds. The shank is 18ct yellow gold and the top is platinum. It would make an amazing dress or engagement ring.}

A pretty 18ct gold three stone twist ring set with two diamonds and an aquamarine. It was made in 1970 in London. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

This is a lovely 18ct gold ring with a platinum top. The two diamonds are well matched white stones. What makes this ring stand out are the shoulders set with small rose cut diamonds in a Stylised leaf setting. It was made circa 1900-1910 and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A stunning platinum ring that was made in the 1920s. It is set with a three quarter of a carat diamond. It is a good clear white stone. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A pretty sapphire and diamond cluster ring. It is 18ct gold and consists of an oval deep blue sapphire surrounded by twelve well matched white diamonds. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very pretty 14ct gold ring that was made in Germany circa 1900-1915. It is set with two well matched rubies with a diamond in between in a crossover design. The shoulders are set with graded smaller diamonds. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A lovely 18ct gold and platinum topped Edwardian ring that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with bright white diamonds in a daisy cluster with split shoulders. It has a millgrain edge. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. The effect is light and pretty. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A smart square topped ring with clean lines. It is 18ct gold with a platinum top with a millgrain edge. The literal translation for millgrain, a french word, is a thousand grains. When used in jewellery it refers to a decoration on the edges of the surface and is achieved by using a knurling tool. The diamonds are well matched white stones. It was made in 1975 in Birmingham. It would make a lovely engagement ring.}

A very stylish 15ct gold and platinum pendant. It was made in the early 1900s and is in the Art Nouveau style that was fashionable at the time, with the emphasis on asymmetrical design in a flowing natural form. The diamonds are well matched and very bright white stones. It looks lovely when worn.}

A good three stone sapphire and diamond ring that was made circa 1880-1900. It is set with three well matched sapphires that are of Burma origin. In between are four bright old mine cut diamonds. The shank is decorated on either side with a scalloped and claw design which is called a carved half hoop. It would be an ideal engagement ring.}

A very pretty 15ct gold bangle that was made circa 1901-1910. It has been set with old mine cut diamonds and rose cut diamonds in a silver setting. It is a lovely finely detailed pierced work design that looks so light and beautiful. It is a striking piece of jewellery and would make a wonderful gift.}

An unusual 18ct gold & platinum circular brooch set with rose diamonds and synthetic rubies in the form of a cross. In the 1920s there were many pieces of jewellery that were made using synthetic stones as the process had just been invented. However the history of the synthetic ruby is much earlier. In 1801, Robert Hare invented the oxyhydrogen gas blowpipe and the thought of producing synthetic rubies and sapphires were in the beginning phase of thought. In 1817, Guy-Lassac realized that heating ammonium alum would produce aluminum oxide and the actual process of synthesising corundum started. In 1837, experiments began to synthesise corundum with Gauding and Fremy. They had no success and Fremy gave up in 1870. In 1873, Auguste Verneuil working in Paris at the Museum of Natural History, began to synthesise corundum. In 1876, after many experiments, ruby synthesis was understood and repeatable. In 1886 Verneuil realised that fusing powdered alumina and chromium with the oxygen hydrogen torch made synthetic corundum. He then discovered flame fusion and later he realised that using different elements would create other synthetic gemstones. In 1902, Vernueil came to realise that fusing powdered alumina and chromium with the oxygen hydrogen torch at 2000 degrees Celsius made small particles of synthetic ruby. In 1902, he announced that he was capable of creating synthetic ruby in a large enough size to use in jewellery. So this brooch is a good example of synthetic rubies invented by Vernueil!}

A really pretty pair of earrings in the form of bows with two diamond drops below.They are made of platinum with 15ct gold on the reverse. They were made circa 1900-1910 when the fashions were for light and delicate looking jewellery. They are still extremely wearable today!}

A pretty Austrian brooch that was made circa 1900-1910. it is set in the middle with a natural bouton pearl which is surrounded by a mixture of old mine cut and rose diamonds. On either end is a pierced work pattern. It is well designed and would look lovely worn on a lapel.}

An early 20th century 14ct gold bracelet of openwork design with a central circular panel. It is set with a mixture of single cut diamonds and rose diamonds in a cluster design. It was made in Austria and then imported to Russia. It has a kokoshnik import mark (Russian) to the clasp. This bracelet looks wonderful on the wrist.}

A useful pair of ruby and diamond cluster earrings that can be worn daily. The rubies are well matched and complimented by a small central diamond.}

A really pretty, stylish and well made 18ct white gold ring. It is set with a mid blue Ceylon sapphire with splayed diamond baguettes on either side and round diamonds above and below the sapphire in the Art Deco style. It would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A beautiful 18ct gold ring designed as a graduated brilliant cut diamond diagonal line with asymmetric shoulders. The diamonds are well matched and very white stones. It is a big look and would make an amazing engagement ring.}

An unusual 15ct two colour gold thimble set with gem stones that spell Regard. (Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby and Diamond) in a leaf and flower design around the thimble. It has a monogram M.A. and was made circa 1830.}

A charming model of a running hare. It has ben set with graded rose diamonds and a small ruby for it's eye. It is hard to put a date on when it was made but probably in the 1980s. This style of brooch looks wonderful on a lapel.}

A good 18ct gold ring with a platinum top set with a half carat bright white diamond. It was made in the 1920-1935 period. On either side is a leaf design set with three small diamonds. It is a very pretty ring and would be ideal as an engagement ring.}

A wonderful 18ct gold snake ring that was made in Birmingham in 1855. It is wide with graded old mine cut diamonds along the snake's head. The traditional meaning of this benevolent looking serpent is "Eternal love". It is a fantastic look when worn.}

A really pretty 18ct gold, enamel and diamond drop pendant. It was made in the Austria during the Austro-Hungarian period, circa 1890, and is set with a clear heart shaped diamond with a round pinkish brown colour diamond above, and small diamonds at intervals. The edges are a cream coloured enamel. It is unusual and looks beautiful when worn.}