Apollo 11 and the Omega Speedmaster
Apollo 11 On July 20th 1969, history was made when the Apollo 11 space mission saw the first humans walk on the moon. It was just eight years after President…
American Civil War Brooch Sells at Auction
A brooch given by an American Unionist General sold in our Antique & Modern Jewellery auction in August 2016. General Robert Stuart fought in the American Civil War and gave…
Maundy money: history, significance and value
What Royal Maundy? The Royal Maundy is a Christian religious ceremony that takes place in The Church of England. Taking place during the Easter holy week on Maundy Thursday, the…
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Kes Crockett | Watch Department One of the great things about the watch world is its variety. There’s something for everyone. Tiny watches on leather straps, watches that live in…
Is shopping good for the environment?
No – but what can we do to change that? The answer is shopping sustainably. It has been widely reported that the fashion industry accounts for about 8-10% of carbon…
Bangles Worn at Cannes Up for Auction This Week
Three separate cuff bangles commissioned for the 2013 Cannes Film Festival are going under the hammer in Birmingham this week. An Eddie Borgo cuff bangle, worn by model Izabel Goulart,…
Spitfire Pilot’s Caterpillar Club Brooch Up for Auction
A Spitfire pilot’s Caterpillar Club brooch is going under the hammer in our upcoming jewellery auction. The 9ct gold red enamel brooch – awarded to Sgt. W. H. T. Farmer…
Rolex Everose Highlights May Luxury Watch Sale
A magnificent Rolex 18ct Everose gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date highlights our May Luxury Watch Sale. Rolex Everose The Everose is one of the most elegant Rolex watches we have ever…
Talk to me about the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso…
Kes Crockett | Watch Department Is there a more popular genre of timepiece than the stainless-steel sports watch? I don’t think so. Whilst we generally think of Rolex Submariners and…
Fellows to Auction Jewellery on Behalf of Heritage Charity London
We are delighted to auction five jewellery lots on behalf of Heritage Charity London. They will be entered into a Jewellery auction, taking place on 20th April, and The Gemstone…
