The Curator’s Journal
Rare Antique Jewellery Musings
When it comes to antique jewellery, there’s an awful lot to say and so much to learn. As a dealers or collectors, we’re learning more about this world every day.
Here’s where we share our thoughts on rare, collectable antique jewellery - on what’s worth buying and why certain pieces are important. This is also where we’ll share insights and news with you, so keep one eye on the Curator’s Journal - and one eye on the jewellery…
5 Pieces of Antique Jewelry to Start Your Collection
You don’t need to spend a fortune or dedicate all your spare time to sourcing. What matters most is a keen eye, a little patience, and a genuine appreciation for the pieces themselves.
What Makes Antique Coral Jewellery So Collectable?
Is it a plant, an animal, or something else entirely? Is it even sustainable or ethical to buy and wear coral? And why are some types of coral rarer and more coveted than others?
Antique Insect Jewelry - Beauty in the Grotesque?
The coming together of the beautiful and the grotesque is appealing to those who like their antique jewelry to start conversations. But what’s behind the human fascination with rendering insects in precious materials?