The Journal
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Victorian Bracelets and Bangles: A Buyer's Guide
From snake bracelets to gem-set hinged bangles: how Victorian bracelet styles changed between 1837 and 1901, how to date one by its stones, clasps and marks, and how to choose...
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Edwardian Jewellery Guide: Platinum, Garland Style and the Belle Époque
What makes Edwardian jewellery special? A dealer's guide to the platinum, garland style, old cut diamonds and pearls of c.1901–1915, the Belle Époque, and how to recognise a genuine Edwardian...
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Antique Jewellery Eras Explained: Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco
How do you date antique jewellery? A dealer's guide to the Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras, and the practical clues of diamond cut, metal, setting and hallmarks that...
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What Is a Masonic Orb? Meaning, History and How to Spot a Real One
A small gold ball that unfolds into a cross of engraved pyramids: what a Masonic orb is, what its symbols mean, and how to tell an antique from a modern...
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Snake Rings: 2,000 Years of the Serpent in Jewellery
From Roman Pompeii to Queen Victoria's engagement ring, the history and meaning of the antique snake ring, and what to look for when buying one.
