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 dealers and 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…
Buying Gold Jewellery - Investment or Adornment?
For humans, gold Jewellery has always carried value - culturally, emotionally and financially.
How Suffragettes Used Jewellery in Their Fight for Women’s Rights
These pieces symbolise political courage, solidarity and the power of personal expression. They also remind us that jewellery has long been used as a language of meaning, capable of communicating beliefs, loyalties and ideals just as effectively as beauty or status.
The History and Significance of Love Tokens
Human creation now carries a premium and love tokens reflect human nature so entirely. They are imperfect, unique and sentimental.
The Best Places to Buy Antique Jewellery in London
I’m here to guide you through the best places to find antique and vintage jewellery in London, with some surprises thrown in!
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?