Historical jewellery

Queen Lovisa's Pearl Necklace (Image kindly shared by Alberta; do not reproduce!) Last week, a generous reader, Alberta, shared a set of photographs that allowed us to marvel at the tiaras currently on display in

Ring, late 1500s, Southern Germany

The Maharajas of India commissioned the top Parisian jewellery houses to create crown jewels that are among the most extravagant designs in history.

Art Nouveau Yellow Gold and Diamond Flower Motif Pendant Earrings, French, circa 1900 Hand-chased yellow gold flowers and leaves with diamond accents form detachable pendants suspended from floral tops.

Unicorn Renaissance Ring, c.1550.

In the rarefied world of high jewelry collectors and academics, Kazumi Arikawa is well known for amassing a collection of about 500 historic jewels over a period of more than 30 years

Persian culture is rich and deep. The Persian history is a VAST topic to say the least, I have tried my best to summarize what in my view are some of the most important Qajar jewels and artifacts that people should know about.

HELLENISTIC PERIOD, CIRCA LATE 3RD-EARLY 2ND CENTURY B.C.

Johanna Lundqvist's online portfolio; a jewellery designer from Malmö.

Necklace inspired by a painting by Cranach. https://www.facebook.com/evajohanna.arts.crafts

Gold Bracelet set w/ Precious Stones -- Circa 4th Century CE -- Rome -- The British Museum

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Prathibha Jewellery House | Historically, India has been known for its ornate jewelry. Continuing the tradition passed down over generations, our latest collection… | Instagram

Beautiful Georgain gold ring set with seed pearls and Garnets.