Antique Jewellery
Antique jewellery holds enduring appeal in the UK market, prized for its craftsmanship, historical significance, and unique character. From Georgian and Victorian pieces to Edwardian and Art Deco treasures, this sector offers retailers, auctioneers, and dealers valuable opportunities to serve collectors and design enthusiasts. Jewellery Focus covers market trends, notable sales, sourcing insights, and regulatory considerations in the antique jewellery trade, as well as profiles of specialist dealers and exhibitions. Our coverage provides industry professionals with the knowledge to navigate this niche, identify high-value pieces, and meet the growing demand for heritage jewellery.
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Apr- 2025 -25 AprilRetailers
Hatton Jewels transitions to employee ownership
Hatton Jewels, specialists in rare antiques, has officially transitioned into an employee owned company. The boutique will now be independently managed by gemmologist and jewellery expert Rachel Smith. The company was originally founded by Nick Kay in 1999, This decision sets Hatton Jewels apart as one of the few boutique…
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Sep- 2024 -24 SeptemberRetailers
Hatton Jewels partners with Antiques Roadshow jewellery specialist
Hatton Jewels has announced a new partnership with Antiques Roadshow jewellery specialist Ishy Khan. ‘Ishy’s Expert Edit’ will deliver an assortment of exclusive jewellery insights and exclusive pieces through a blend of social media content and blog post entries. Audiences will be able to access content across both the Hatton…
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May- 2024 -1 MayRetailers
Under Her Eyes debuts first jewellery range
New British brand Under Her Eyes has announced the launch of its first jewellery range. The new launch features three collections, namely The Daryl, The Astrid and The Cressida. The Daryl collection is inspired by the sharp heart shaped edges of antique jewellery boxes and the concept of “hard love”,…
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Dec- 2022 -5 DecemberRetailers
Latest Cheffins Jewellery sale grosses £369,000
The last Cheffins Jewellery, Silver and Watches Sale of 2022 grossed over £369,000, with the auction seeing a 95% sale rate across the 531 lots offered. It took place on Thursday 24 November at the firm’s sale rooms in Cambridge. Leading the jewellery section was a pair of Burmese ruby…
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Aug- 2022 -31 AugustEvents
Vicenzaoro September: Over a thousand exhibiting brands and top industry voices
Over a thousand exhibiting brands will be from 9th to 13th September at Vicenzaoro September, the international gold and jewellery show organised by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) to be held at Vicenza Exhibition Centre accompanied by VO Vintage (9th – 11th September). Speakers at the next edition will include key figures from the industry. The authoritative voices of entrepreneurs, institutions, thought leaders and key global…
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May- 2021 -14 MayRetailers
Daniella Draper Jewellery to launch sixth site
Jewellery retailer Daniella Draper Jewellery has announced the opening of its sixth site, located on Grimsby’s Victoria Street. Founded in Cleethorpes over a decade ago, the launch represents a further expansion into Grimsby, where the firm’s workshop is also based. The shop features a “promising, bright space” with an antique…
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Apr- 2021 -27 AprilRetailers
Gembridge appoints new brand ambassador
Gembridge has announced the appointment of Ioannis Alexandris as brand ambassador for Germany. Alexandris is a gemstone and antique jewellery dealer and communications committee chair for The International Coloured Gemstone Association (ICA). He will join the network of Gembridge industry ambassadors from around the world. He is currently the CEO…
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Feb- 2021 -17 FebruaryAuctions
Unique amethyst pieces to be auctioned by Dix Noonan Webb
An amethyst rivière necklace that was formerly owned by Marie-Louise, Countess Manvers will be offered by Dix Noonan Webb in its upcoming online auction of jewellery, watches, antiquities and objects of vertu on 16 March. Born in 1889, Marie-Louise Countess Manvers was an acclaimed artist and the only child of…
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Dec- 2019 -16 DecemberCurrent Affairs
1/3 of Brits would gift second-hand jewellery for Christmas, survey reveals
Some 43% of Brits would “gladly” give a pre-owned gift for Christmas, according to a study by experts in pre-owned luxury jewellers, William May. The study found that one in eight of the 3,000 Brits surveyed admitted they get more satisfaction from purchasing second-hand items than brand new. The survey…
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May- 2019 -10 MayProduct Launches
W&W Jewellery creates ring to mark 50th anniversary of moon landing
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing, W&W Jewellery has taken inspiration from antique jewellery and atomic post-war design to create its new The Celestial Ring. Interweaving “historical and cosmic influences”, the innovative ring combines a vintage jewellery aesthetic, upcycled old cut diamonds and a contemporary geometric…
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