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Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
Find Out MoreA beautiful 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold and silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
More ring with a bold, floral design set with an amethystAmethyst is the purple variety of macrocrystalline quartz. From the Greek amethystos meaning 'a remedy against drunkedness', it was believed to prevent intoxication and ensure the wearer retains a clear head and quick wit. It was once considered as valuable as ruby, sapphire and emerald. More, aquamarines, emeralds, garnets and pearls. It was made by Dore Nosier who was born in 1893 and died in 1977. She had premises in Kensington church Street, London. Her style was definitive although her work is often attributed to Sybil Dunlop who had a shop nearby. Both were wonderful craftsmen in their different ways. Dore used stones for their colour and would mix valuable stones with cheaper ones if they suited her design. In this ring she has used the more expensive aquamarines and emeralds next door to the amethyst, garnets and pearls. The result is soft and beautiful.
Unmarked, tested to silver
Triangular maker's mark with D with swiggle underneath like an M
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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