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An impressive 18ct white gold ring that was made circa 1940-1950. It has been claw set with a large emerald cut aquamarine within a border of small diamonds. This beautiful pale bluestone is said by ancient lore to be the treasure of the mermaids. The name Aquamarine is derived from the Latin words "aqua", meaning “water,” and "marina", meaning “of the sea.” It is a very pretty ring and would be a perfect dress or engagement ring }

This is an amazing 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold necklace that was made during the 1940-1950 period. It is composed of articulatedWhen something has segments connected by flexible joints. More sections designed so that it curves around the neck and sits beautifully. It can be worn on a daily basis as it looks so smart in the daytime and at night too. We have tried researching the hand mark but have had no luck!}

An amazing ring with great attention to design and detail that was made circa 1930-1945. This style of ring is known as a Cocktail ring. It is platinum and iridium. Iridium is a very hard, brittle, silvery-white transition metal of the platinum group. It is a layered look with a curved section across the middle set with calibre cut diamonds. There are French cut sapphires on either side of the centre line of diamonds. There is also millgrain detail that adds to the overall look of this ring. It is signed Louis Fried. }

A good signet ring set with a very well carved carnelian intaglio of a crest with torso surmounted by an eagle and two flags. It is comfortable to wear and a good size. }

A very stylish watch which is designed as a pendant and was made in the 1930-40s. The onyx has cut off corners and bars of gold across it to represent the hours of the day. }

This 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 collar looks great on the neck. It is a strong look. The square sections are broken up with star designs.}

A very impressive 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More white goldWhite gold is an alloy of gold and at least one other white metal - most often nickel or palladium (both of which act as a bleaching agent to reduce the natural yellow colour of the gold). More ring that has been set with a large near square emerald cutA square or rectangular cut stone with a square table and step cut sides. More aquamarineAquamarine (from the Latin, “water from the sea”) is, as the name suggests, a pale green bluish to medium dark blue member of the beryl family. Due to its lovely, limpid color and its durability aquamarine has been one of the most popular gemstones from ancient times to the present day. 7.5 - 8 on the Mohs scale. The birthstone of March and 19th year ann... More that weighs 11.70 caratsThe unit of weight for a diamond or other gemstone and also for a pearl. Abbreviated 'ct', 1 carat is equal to 0.2 grams. In reference to gold, a unit of purity or fineness of gold and gold alloy, expressed as a number out of 24 parts by weight, e.g. '24 carat' signifies pure gold, '18 carat' 18/24th gold in the alloy, et cetera.  Also abbreviated as 'c... More. On either side are three small diamonds in a crescent design. This beautiful pale bluestone is said by ancient lore to be the treasure of the mermaids. The name Aquamarine is derived from the Latin words “aqua”, meaning “water,” and “marina”, meaning “of the sea.” It is a bold look and a great ring to wear especially if you are a lover of aquamarines.}

A good large pair of diamond and pearl cluster earrings that were made in the 1930s. They are 18ct white gold and have each been set with a good cultured pearl surrounded by ten well matched bright white diamonds. The pearls are a lovely greyish white colour with a hint of pink. The butterflies are 9ct white gold and are designed to hold the earrings securely when worn. They were made around 1935-1950 and are as wearable now as they were then }

A good looking 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 ring that was made circa 1930-1945. It is a rectangular shape with a raised rectangular section in the centre. There are two square cut diamonds in the centre that are surrounded by fourteen well matched diamonds. Around the edge are further smaller diamonds with two more in each shoulder. It would make a good engagement ring as it sits low on the finger and is practical to wear}

An unusual signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More that has been made in 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More white goldWhite gold is an alloy of gold and at least one other white metal - most often nickel or palladium (both of which act as a bleaching agent to reduce the natural yellow colour of the gold). More. It has an engraved 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 griffin. Ideally it should be worn on the little finger and it can also be worn by either sex.}

An unusual 14ct58.5% pure gold (or 585 parts pure gold to 415 parts other metals) More gold ring that was made in the 1940-1950 period and has been set with a large emerald cutA square or rectangular cut stone with a square table and step cut sides. More pink spinelFrequently called "Balas Ruby", a term derived from Badakshan, the name of the district in Afghanistan which is said to have been the source of the finest stones in mediaeval times. Spinels are often mistaken for rubies, perhaps the most famous of these is the "Black Prince"s Ruby" in the Imperial State Crown which is actually a red spinel and the "Timur Rub... More. It is flanked on either side with gold scroll work and small diamonds. It was possibly made in Germany.}

A bold looking 18ct white gold ring that has been set with a large and deep emerald cut citrine. It was made in the 1945-1955 period when this style was fashionable. The clothes at that time were quite dramatic with pencil skirts and padded shoulders so big jewellery was a "must" accessory! It is as wearable now as it was then }

An impressive Swedish Emerald and diamond cluster ring made in 1944 by Hugo Strömdahl or possibly his son, Hans. The family jeweller Strömdahl in its third generation now, still continues today. The emerald is a lovely Columbian stone and is surrounded by Well matched white transition cut diamonds. It would make an ideal engagement ring or a dress ring to celebrate 55 years of marriage. }

This is a fantastic and impressive ring. It is a large cluster that has been paveA style of setting in which the stones are set as close together as possible to cover the entire field of the setting for a cobblestone (or “paved”) effect where the setting does not show. More set with well matched graded diamonds with scalloped edges with millgrainA technique developed in the late 19th century as a textural effect to metal work on the edges or bezels of jewellery. That technique is referred to as millegrain (or mille grain or even milegrain). From the French word mille for a thousand, and from grain as the same meaning in English, it refers to what appears to be thousands of tiny beads upon a metal pr... More detail. The diamonds are a really bright white colour and it looks amazing when worn}

An impressive 9ct gold Arts and Crafts necklace that I attribute to Rhoda Wager. Rhoda Wager was born in London in 1875 and brought up in Bristol, then she studied drawing and painting at the School of Art, Glasgow from 1897 to 1903. She exhibited metalwork and jewellery at the Glasgow Art Club in 1901 and at Cork, Ireland, next year. From 1903 she was a member of the Glasgow Society of Lady Artists and showed regularly with them. Returning to Bristol, Miss Wager taught art at St Mary's Girls' School. She spent her holidays making jewellery under Bernard Cuzner, a talented silversmith who had designed Liberty & Co. Ltd's 'Cymric' jewellery in 1899. Late in 1913 Rhoda went to live on her brother's sugar plantation in Fiji. Settling in Sydney in 1918, she resumed jewellery-making. This is when she began using opals in her jewellery as she could source them fairly easily. Her style is very distinctive with the use of engraved leaves on either side of the opals. Her work is also similar to Bernard Instone's designs. A member of the Society of Arts and Crafts of New South Wales, Rhoda Wager later joined the Melbourne and Brisbane societies, showing annually at their exhibitions. She retired in 1946. A review of her hand-wrought jewellery at the Dunster Galleries, Adelaide, in 1925, stated that her 'work is wrought from beginning to end. Each flower, stem and leaf or berry is made separately and soldered on bit by bit. Her work provides a link with the English Arts and Crafts Movement, and with jewellery designers like Cuzner and Sybil Dunlop. She died in 1953. This necklace is a tour de force of graded and well matched opals that display a myriad of blue, red and green colours. It is a real statement when worn }

A beautiful silver pendant on chain designed by Arno Malinowski, for the famous firm, Georg Jensen.  George Jensen was a renowned silversmith and the Georg Jensen brand has come to represent excellent quality craftsmanship and design.  Arno Malinowski (1899 – 1976) was one of the most versatile designers who ever worked for Georg Jensen. He was successful not only as a designer of silver objects, but also as a sculptor, ceramist, engraver and medalist.   He was associated with the Jensen firm for many years. from 1936 to 1944, and again from 1949 to 1965.   His jewellery designs are particularly distinctive. He participated in many exhibitions and won numerous awards for his work as a designer in silver, porcelain and bronze.  This necklace was most likely made in the 1940s.  It features a rooster with a stylised branch crossing over him which is one of Malinowski's rarer designs }

A very striking 9ct gold ring that has been set with a large deep amethyst.  It is a wonderful even Siberian purple colour and has been set in a decorative claw set mount with quatrefoil motifs in between. It sits quite high off the finger so it is a dramatic look }

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 lovely 9ct gold bangle that was made just after the Second World war in Birmingham. It is plain on the back and has a beautiful engraved front with an ornate pattern of swirling leaves. It is in excellent condition with a secure tongue clasp and safety chain. }

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. }

A very striking looking 18ct gold ring that has been set with a large oval cut aquamarine. The shank is white gold and the scrolled fluted shoulders are a soft pinkish yellow colour. The aquamarine is a large stone and such a pretty colour. The seawater colour of aquamarine has given this gemstone its name as the word “aquamarine” is derived from the Latin word for seawater. It has been set in a rub over setting. This ring was made circa 1930-1945. }

A very striking and unusual 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold ring with a 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 top that was made in France circa 1930-1940. It has been set with a good 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 in the centre. Above and below in a slanted design are six diamonds. 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 meet the top of the ring at angles and are set with further graded diamonds. It is flattering to the finger when worn and looks terrific!}

Astylish and colourful pair of 18ct gold earrings in the form of bows and flowers set with emeralds sapphires and diamonds. They were made in the 1940s when the Tutti Frutti style was very popular. }

Bernard Instone was a well known Arts and Crafts designer of jewellery. He died about 35 years ago after a long life devoted to his art. His pieces are very wearable and well made. This silver brooch is composed of a large oval faceted citrine with a shaped green chalcedony on either side. Silver engraved leaves frame the stones in a style that is typical of Instone's work. It was made circa 1940-1950. }

A very stylish pair of 18ct white and yellow gold earrings that were made in the 1940s. They are clip on as during the second World War many people did not have their ears pierced. They have each been set with three diamonds in a line with diamond set flowers and leaves on either side. Above is a cluster of rubies. They look fantastic when worn. They can be converted to post and scroll fittings if wanted. }

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. }

An unusual 18ct gold wedding band with an ivy leaf motif. The depiction of ivy leaves traditionally means "Cling to me" so what a special wedding ring to wear. This ring is a size N 1/2 and we would not recommend resizing as it would spoil the design. }

A very striking 18ct gold ring set with a large rectangular citrine. It was made circa 1940-1950 and is typical of the style of that  period with stylised scroll decoration on the shoulders. It really packs a punch when worn! }

A spectacular 15ct gold bangle set with five cultured pearls interspersed with diamonds in bow design. It looks fantastic when worn and would certainly be noticed! }

A striking 14ct gold signet ring that has been set with an oval carnelian with a Masonic intaglio. It is difficult to say when it was made but I would say in the 1940-1950 period. }

A good pair of 18ct gold semi precious gemstone cufflinks. They are set with an orange tourmaline, green tourmaline, citrine and amethyst. The dog clips open so that you can easily put them in a double cuff. They were made circa 1940s-1950. }

A very attractive pendant designed and produced by the famous firm Georg Jensen. It depicts a kneeling deer designed by Arno Malinowski who worked at Georg Jensen in Denmark from 1936 – 1944 and again, from 1949 – 1965. He designed this brooch in 1937. It is in excellent condition and is on a long silver chain. }

David Andersen opened his shop in Oslo, Norway in 1876. As a designer and retailer specialising in jewellery and silver wares, Andersen’s business model closely mirrors that of Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, who was twenty-three years his junior. Jensen opened his shop in 1904. Andersen died in 1901 and his sons took over company operations and designs. Today, David-Andersen (the company’s name since the early 20th century) is well known for its mid-century enamelled silver jewellery. This stylish silver and enamel collar was almost certainly made by the firm. }

An impressive 18ct gold pendant. It is set with a large oval opal which displays vivid blue and green colours with a hint of red. The opal is surrounded by eight groups of three diamonds and there are seven pearl drops. The bale is also set with small diamonds. It is a very beautiful piece of jewellery and looks fabulous when worn. }

A simple 9ct gold cross with an engraved line on it’s borders. }

A simple 9ct gold cross with an engraved line on it's borders. }

A wonderful David Andersen Fairy Tale bracelet in silver. There are two different scenes on six panels. David Andersen opened his shop in Oslo, Norway in 1876. As a designer and retailer specialising in jewellery and silver wares, Andersen’s business model closely mirrors that of Danish silversmith Georg Jensen, who was twenty-three years his junior. Jensen opened his shop in 1904. Andersen died in 1901 and his sons took over company operations and designs. This bracelet is well designed and very stylish. It was made circa 1930-1940. }

A well made silver charm featuring Scorpio. It was made by the Norwegian firm David Anderson circa 1940-1950. We have two in stock }

A pretty Capricorn charm made by the well known Norwegian firm , David Anderson in the 1950s. We have two in stock }

A pretty Pisces charm made by the well known Norwegian firm , David Anderson in the 1950s. We have three in stock }

The Libran is apparently irresistible, adventurous and indecisive! The dates that he/ she was born are between September 22nd to october 21st. This beautifully translucent enamelled silver gilt pendant was made by David Andersen. }

David Andersen opened his shop in Oslo Norway in 1876 as a designer and retailer specialising in jewellery and silver wares. He died in 1901 and his sons took over company operations and designs. Today, David-Andersen (the company’s name since the early 20th century) is practically synonymous with fine quality mid-century enamelled silver jewellery. This stylish silver and enamel bracelet is a lovely example of the firm's work. }

The Georg Jensen company has become a world renowned name synonymous with high quality design. These clip on silver earrings were made in the 1940s in a sculptural leaf and bud form, so typical of the firm's designs. They are set with two oval moonstones. }

A good quality and very well carved 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 signet ringA ring with a central plaque on which one’s initials, a seal, or a crest is engraved. More featuring a winged eagle surmounting a helmet, a lion rampant, and guard with central crest.It is 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold. This ring can be resized, though please note there may be an additional charge to increase by more than three sizes.}