The tradition of birthstones can be traced back to the bible and the book of Exodus which refers to a ceremonial garment set with 12 gemstones - the Breastplate of Aaron. Our Birthstone Pendant for March is set with faux aquamarine associated with courage and serenity.
During the early years of Queen Victoria's reign jewellery was light and romantic reflecting the mood of the new queen. The delicate hues of mother-of-pearl made it a popular choice at this time. Our pendant features a pink mother-of-pearl rose, a favourite Victorian motif and a symbol of love.
The tradition of birthstones can be traced back to the bible and the book of Exodus which refers to a ceremonial garment set with 12 gemstones - the Breastplate of Aaron. Our Birthstone Pendant for January is set with faux garnet associated with purity and truth.
Eye-catching spheres of gleaming silver on a simple chain. Our necklace reflects the emergence of jewellery designed to compliment the bold patterns of 1960s fashions.
Three tiny butterflies have settled as if for a moment on our mother-of-pearl oval shaped pendant. Absolutely enchanting and very much in keeping with early Victorian jewellery.
One of our best sellers. The use of the pretty pink freshwater pearls in our necklace reflect their popularity in the early years of Queen Victoria's reign, known as the Romantic period.
The stepped design of our pendant recalls the terraced pyramid style of architecture that was popular in the 1920s and '30s following Howard Carter's discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.
With shimmering multifaceted agate punctuated by finely textured mesh silver beads, this necklace captures all the fun and optimism of the Art Deco age.
The Celts were skilled craftsmen, fashioning intricate knotwork designs in silver and stone. Our Celtic Teardrop Pendant is set with amber used by the Celts and prized for its natural beauty and special powers.
A playful and pretty interpretation of the Victorian butterfly theme often found in jewellery of the time. Three butterflies dance above a creamy white freshwater pearl.
A celebration of love and Victorian sentimentality, an elaborately embellished necklace with an antiqued silver effect finish which remains light and feminine.
The tradition of birthstones can be traced back to the bible and the book of Exodus which refers to a ceremonial garment set with 12 gemstones - the Breastplate of Aaron. Our Birthstone Pendant for February is set with faux amethyst associated with calmness and spirituality.
Evoking the naturalistic motifs favoured by Art Nouveau designers at the turn of the 20th century. Our feminine ivy leaf drop necklace would look equally good worn in the day or as evening wear.
Our Paisley Heart Necklace is inspired by the romantic jewellery that was fashionable during the early years of Queen Victoria's reign. The pierced pattern recalls those found on beautiful shawls woven in Paisley, Scotland, throughout the 19th century.
Queen Victoria's reign saw the elevation of the cat from mouse catcher to adored domestic pet, and soon cats were everywhere. Our charming Cat Pendant recalls the Victorian passion for incorporating cats into everything from greetings cards to jewellery.
Influenced by Cubism and the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, Art Deco designs were dominated by strong geometric lines and striking Egyptian motifs. Typically, our pendant contrasts black against white for decorative effect.
Features
Sterling silver set with black agate and mother of pearl
The wearing of magnifying glasses as pendants first became popular at the beginning of the 19th century and by the time that Queen Victoria came to the throne in 1837 they had become an essential fashion accessory.
Stones in architectural settings were popular throughout the 1920s and `30s. Our pendant features a rectangular green glass stone in a Deco-style antiqued sterling silver setting, embellished with marcasite.
Art Nouveau designers were captivated by the iridescent and fantastical beauty of the natural world. They used opal, moonstone, mother-of-pearl and shell to try and replicate this remarkable effect.
Recalling original 1920s costume jewellery, our Art Deco pendant typically features a stone of black onyx contrasted against a silver filigree setting.
Inspired by the Victorians' love of naturalistic motifs, which they incorporated into all manner of decorative items. Our silver necklace features an elaborate floral and leaf pattern encrusted with marcasites and finished with an amethyst.
Features
Sterling silver
Set with marcasite and amethyst
Adjustable chain
Dimensions (cm) 19L with 5cm extension, 2.5drop Code 72916
Evoking the Victorian love of naturalistic motifs, our pink mother-of-pearl pendant incorporates a charming butterfly and floral design in crystal-studded sterling silver.
The Victorians were passionate about nature and incorporated naturalistic motifs throughout the decorative arts. The butterfly featured on our Victorian Papillon Necklace was a particularly popular choice.
Amber has been prized for thousands of years for its outstanding natural beauty and healing properties. Between the 5th and 12th centuries AD skilled Celtic craftsmen incorporated amber into their designs.
Delicate silver charms of an acorn, oak leaf and seed hang from a dainty chain in our pretty pendant, which recalls the more restrained Art Nouveau designs of Danish silversmith, Georg Jensen.
The bright colours and bold designs of the new Pop and Op Art Movements of the 1960s influenced everything from jewellery to textiles and wallpaper. Our pendant features a characteristic design of decreasing sized ovals.
Art Nouveau designs are characterised by their naturalistic and swirling forms. The spiral design on our Art Nouveau Silver & Smokey Quartz Pendant recalls original designs from the beginning of the 20th century.
The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 led Art Deco jewellers to incorporate Egyptian motifs into their work. Our Silver & Black Onyx Pendant recalls these original angular designs.
Jewellery produced during the early years of Queen Victoria's reign was often romantic, reflecting the new queen's love for Prince Albert. Hearts, ribbons and bows and cupids were all very popular motifs.
Strings of beads made up of semi-precious stones were very popular in the 1920s, worn to complement the low necked and low waisted dresses of the age. In our Art Deco Bead Necklace beads of black onyx culminate in a single stone pendant.