A History of Suffragette Jewellery
The Suffragette movement was the campaign for women’s rights to vote in political elections and participate in public life. Jewellery and accessories formed important tools as means of identification and…
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The Suffragette movement was the campaign for women’s rights to vote in political elections and participate in public life. Jewellery and accessories formed important tools as means of identification and…
The image of Cupid is synonymous with the occasion of Valentine’s Day and has been used across jewellery design for centuries. This mythological figure, often depicted as a cherub holding…
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, affection and friendship. The tradition derives from the Feast of Saint Valentine but has evolved into a day to show admiration for your loved ones.
Vintage jewellery gifts and antique jewellery gifts are filled with sentiment and are often passed down between generations as family heirlooms.
The motif of the snake or serpent has been an important and meaningful symbol in the world of jewellery since ancient times. Depictions of snakes can be seen across artefacts…
For over three generations the Prior name has been held in high esteem in the world of watchmaking. The brand existed for approximately 113 years from the late 18th century to…
The design aesthetic of the Art Nouveau movement has become unmistakable across art, architecture, illustration, graphic work, furniture and jewellery. The free-flowing, whimsical forms evoked a sense of liberation during…
The Victorian Hairwork Jewellery fad for hair incorporated in jewellery can be observed in literary references as early as the 16th century but gained widespread popularity throughout the 19th century….
Perhaps no other topic has been as hotly debated amongst watch enthusiasts as the decision to polish a vintage watch. And we can understand why, no one wants to hear…
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