Grays Antiques

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Knots became a popular feature of jewellery in the 19th century thanks to Sailors, who were known to fashion intricate love knot designs using gold wire to give to their loved ones at home. The carved snake holds a later engraved silver heart, c.1880. 18 carat gold Edwardian knot ring, c.1907. Available at Lilly's Attic.

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Invaluable

APRIL 22, 2024

For instance, when her husband-to-be, Prince Albert , gifted her an emerald-set snake engagement ring, it initiated a country-wide trend of wearing a snake motif as a symbol of eternal love. This period saw the flourishing of personalised jewelry, which had engravings of initials or the names of the deceased and their date of death.

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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Often made of luxurious materials like gold, ivory, and silver, they were elaborately embellished with gems, pearls, enamels, hand paintings , and other fancy decorations; many jewelry artisans, including Tiffany, also designed their own line. Many featured intricate designs and personal engravings.

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