How do I care for antique diamond jewelry?

Clean pieces gently using warm water and a soft brush, avoiding harsh chemical ultrasonic cleaners that might compromise natural pearls or delicate settings. Store items individually in padded boxes to prevent metal friction and stone abrasion between different pieces.

What periods do these pieces represent?

The inventory spans Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Belle Epoque, Art Deco and Mid-Century eras, covering the late nineteenth century through to the mid-twentieth century. Design motifs shift from organic floral elements in early periods to geometric symmetry in later Art Deco creations.

Are the pearls natural?

Selected Edwardian and Victorian items incorporate natural pearls formed organically rather than through modern cultured intervention. These organic pearls display subtle variations in lustre and orient that distinguish them from cultivated alternatives.

What metals were used in these settings?

Maker workshops utilised platinum, yellow gold, white gold, rose gold and silver-gilt depending on the prevailing style of the specific decade. Platinum dominates the Edwardian and Art Deco selections, whereas yellow and rose gold feature prominently in earlier Victorian and transitional pieces.