{"title":"Antique Tiaras, Vintage Hairpins \u0026 Curiosities","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eDiscover our Tiaras \u0026amp; Curiosities collection – a treasure trove of antique tiaras, vintage hairpins, collectible clocks, and rare curiosities. Each piece is carefully chosen for its craftsmanship, history, and unique charm, offering a glimpse into the elegance and imagination of past centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eFrom dazzling antique diamond tiaras once worn at grand society balls, to Edwardian and Belle Époque hairpins designed to sparkle in candlelight, this collection celebrates jewels that were made to enchant. Alongside these sit curious treasures – from miniature clocks and objets d’art to unusual heirloom keepsakes – the sorts of collectible rarities that add character and intrigue to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eWhether you are looking for a statement antique tiara, a romantic vintage hair ornament, or a rare curiosity to treasure and display, this collection brings together extraordinary finds with timeless stories. Each piece is more than jewellery or ornament – it is a piece of history, a work of art, and a conversation starter.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-silver-thonet-french-bentwood-cafe-chair-with-rattan-seat-charm","title":"Art Deco Silver Bentwood \"Thonet\" French Bistro Chair Charm Pendant","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tiny silver Bentwood \"Thonet\" French Bistro chair with rattan seat we just thought was so cute. It is circa 1920s-1940s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bentwood method of furniture making was developed by German-Austrian cabinet maker, Michael Thonet (1786-1871). After much experimentation, the skilled craftsman developed an entirely novel method of creating designs with wood by bending it with steam. His distinctive furniture designs were simple and graceful — and quite the departure from the heavy, carved designs of the past.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThonet’s first successful and wildly popular bentwood chair, originally called Model No. 14 and dubbed the “chair of chairs,” was a first step in modern design and revolutionized industrial production. Its lightweight, minimalist design and economy of materials meant that it could be mass produced and exported to nations all over the world, earning Thonet a gold medal at the 1867 Paris World’s Fair. Before long, patrons in fashionable cafés across Europe were perched on bentwood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe master craftsman and his sons opened several factories across Europe and began producing a variety of furniture styles all using the bentwood process. Their company, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGebrüder Thonet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, changed hands, but their classic designs are still sold today.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis chair may be too small to sit on, but we feel it would still be charming thing to hang from a necklace or a bracelet!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39272761163915,"sku":"128N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/art-deco-silver-bentwood-thonet-french-bistro-chair-charm-pendant-charms-pendants-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-397828.jpg?v=1751990662"},{"product_id":"mid-century-silver-marcasite-buckle-brooch","title":"Mid Century Silver \u0026 Marcasite Buckle Brooch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful impressive buckle brooch. It is set in silver and is decorated with marcasites. It was imported into London in 1964, however, it is of American origin and dates 1950s. We love its timeless look, as well as its versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe buckle motif was first popularised in the Victorian era as a symbol of eternity, loyalty, protection, and strength. It was also a symbol of mourning- the buckle holds the memory of a loved one close. It was used as a romantic gesture for the same reasons. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, why the motif \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egained popularity in America is slightly different story. One of the most iconic pieces of American jewellery, the iconic aquamarine and ruby Belt Buckle necklace, was designed in 1935 by Fulco di Verdura for Paul Flato. \u003c\/span\u003eIt was originally commissioned by Cole Porter for his wife Linda Lee Porter. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePaul Flato is often referred to as the original “jeweler to the stars.” Born in Shiner, Texas he opened his business on 57th Street and Fifth Ave in 1928 and quickly became a part of the New York City's social circle. To understand why this was such an important breakthrough you need to understand that Americans at that time were mainly wearing European jewellery - think Cartier and Van Cleef and now they had their own jewellery designer, Flato. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgain, brooches are no longer simply the preserve of ladies - this brooch looks as good on a tie as a lapel, on a hat as much as a belt. Versatility is everything when it comes to brooches!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"179\" width=\"176\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/files\/Flato_belt_Buckle_necklace-thumb-550x558_480x480.jpg?v=1635883000\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe iconic aquamarine and ruby Belt Buckle necklace was designed in 1935 by Fulco di Verdura for Paul Flato.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39495872381067,"sku":"23M","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/mid-century-silver-marcasite-buckle-brooch-752848.jpg?v=1751911606"},{"product_id":"art-deco-18ct-gold-platinum-diamond-tiara-ring","title":"Art Deco 18ct Gold \u0026 Platinum, Diamond Tiara Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe love this ring because it reminds us of the exquisite tiaras of the Art Deco period by Chaumet and others - the difference here is that this one is in miniature! The design focuses on a fine and white diamond at its centre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would make a very elegant and unique engagement ring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39589626740875,"sku":"60N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/art-deco-18ct-gold-platinum-diamond-tiara-ring-373220.jpg?v=1751914035"},{"product_id":"regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-carnelian-and-white-chalcedony","title":"Regency Gold Cased Watch Key with Carnelian and White Chalcedony","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sanitized-data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe think these delightful watch keys make elegant and quirky pendants. In the Regency times, even something as mundane as a watch key was given careful  thought and consideration. The design turns the key into a decorative jewel. Bring out the Pride - but perhaps not the Prejudice - in you!\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39788060082315,"sku":"202N","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-carnelian-and-white-chalcedony-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-342828.jpg?v=1751988708"},{"product_id":"large-regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-carnelian","title":"Large Regency Gold Cased Watch Key with Carnelian","description":"A large watch key with a diamond shape carnelian on both sides. It dates circa 1820s- 1830s. We think these delightful watch keys make elegant and quirky pendants. In the Regency times, even something as mundane as a watch key was given careful  thought and consideration. The design turns the key into a decorative jewel. Bring out the Pride - but perhaps not the Prejudice - in you!","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39788071616651,"sku":"201N","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/large-regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-carnelian-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-359113.jpg?v=1752011628"},{"product_id":"regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-intaglio-of-a-rose","title":"Regency Gold Cased,Watch Key with Intaglio of a Rose","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA lovely gold cased watch key with banded onyx \u0026amp; agate. On the agate side is an intaglio of a rose. We think these delightful watch keys make elegant and quirky pendants. They date 1820s and in the Regency times, even something as mundane as a watch key was given careful thought and consideration. The design turns the key into a decorative jewel. Bring out the Pride - but perhaps not the Prejudice - in you!\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39788079710347,"sku":"200N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/regency-gold-casedwatch-key-with-intaglio-of-a-rose-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-vintage-jewellery-403212.jpg?v=1751910553"},{"product_id":"victorian-gold-cased-watch-key-with-bloodstone-and-cornelian","title":"Victorian Gold Cased Watch Key with Bloodstone and Cornelian","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely watch key with a bloodstone and cornelian stone on either side. This one dates around 1830-1850s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think these delightful watch keys make elegant and quirky pendants. In the Early Victorian times, even something as mundane as a watch key was given careful  thought and consideration. The design turns the key into a decorative jewel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39788090589323,"sku":"199N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/victorian-gold-cased-watch-key-with-bloodstone-and-cornelian-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-357344.jpg?v=1751905997"},{"product_id":"regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-bloodstone-and-amethyst-paste","title":"Regency Gold Cased Watch Key with Bloodstone and Amethyst Paste","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA lovely gold cased watch key made in the 1820s, with bloodstone and amethyst paste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe think these delightful watch keys make elegant and quirky pendants. In the Regency times, even something as mundane as a watch key was given careful  thought and consideration. The design turns the key into a decorative jewel. Bring out the Pride - but perhaps not the Prejudice - in you!\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39788094390411,"sku":"198N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-bloodstone-and-amethyst-paste-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-vintage-jewellery-261456.jpg?v=1752099184"},{"product_id":"edwardian-18ct-white-gold-sapphire-and-diamond-duchess-tiara-ring","title":"Edwardian 18ct White Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Duchess \/ Tiara Ring","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an exceptional example of an Edwardian tiara ring in the manner of Chaumet. These tiara rings are sometimes known as Belle Epoque antique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDuchess rings. This elegant design first gained popularity in both France and Russia during the late 1800s, making it a sought-after piece for those seeking a touch of historical charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA fine and rich-coloured natural blue sapphire sits between four clear and white old cut diamonds. The cluster is supported by miniature tiara-like diamond-set shoulders. The effect is exquisite, and this would make a fabulously original and elegant engagement ring. It also works wonderfully when stacked with a diamond eternity ring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39947189878923,"sku":"218N","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/edwardian-18ct-white-gold-sapphire-and-old-mine-cut-diamond-tiara-ring-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-981510.jpg?v=1751940896"},{"product_id":"dress-set","title":"Art Deco Silver Gilt, Black Mother of Pearl and Paste Dress Set Buttons in Original Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are rather fun and unusual dress set. They can be used as a dress set, or as cufflinks or even as buttons! These black mother-of-pearls have a wonderful \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e'peacock' iridescent of blue and purple overtones. In the centre is a paste 'diamond' which could fool anyone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39967888507019,"sku":"34N","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/art-deco-silver-gilt-black-mother-of-pearl-and-paste-dress-set-in-original-case-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-582247.jpg?v=1751898356"},{"product_id":"set-of-12-late-19th-century-thomas-goode-silver-cutlery-with-painted-meissen-porcelain-handles-in-original-cases","title":"Set of 12 Late 19th Century Thomas Goode Silver Cutlery with Painted Meissen Porcelain Handles in Original Cases","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo rare late nineteenth century original red leather cases of T. Goode cutlery containing the full set of 12 knifes and forks. Inside the box it is marked 'T. Goode and Co of South Audley Street, London. Thomas Goode moved to this address in 1845. Each piece of cutlery is fully hallmarked by T. G. \u0026amp; Co. The handle design is very similar to the Queen Victoria pattern, but this is not confirmed. The handles are likely by Meissen, who were the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoldest porcelain manufactory in Germany and are still considered the best. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThomas Goode was established in 1827 and is still famous for its china, silverware and glass. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the mid 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e century, the business transformed into London’s tableware emporium by Thomas Goode’s son, William Goode, who travelled the world in search of the finest porcelain from \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHerend and Meissen and bone china designs from the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoyal Crown Derby. Notable clients of the time were Queen Victoria and the Tsar of Russia. \u003c\/span\u003eToday Thomas Goode still holds its Royal Warrant to two members, HM The Queen and The Prince of Wales. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39978663837835,"sku":"26\/R","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/set-of-12-late-19th-century-thomas-goode-silver-cutlery-with-painted-meissen-porcelain-handles-in-original-cases-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jeweller-383730.jpg?v=1751896604"},{"product_id":"edwardian-silver-royal-blue-guilloche-enamel-pocket-fob-watch","title":"Edwardian Silver Royal Blue Guilloché Enamel Pocket\/Fob Watch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely watch was imported into London in 1910. It was likely originally made in Northern Europe and is possibly Swiss. This is a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehand-wound mechanical movement pocket \/fob watch and is very much working today. What is so lovely about it is the royal midnight blue guilloché enamel on the outside. The metal would be engine turned and then e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003enamel was added on top. It shows really wonderful craftsmanship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEnamel is a type of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epowdered glass which is heated to a very high temperature, as the powder melts it flows and solidifies. This colour blue used to be popular with Royalty hence the 'Royal' blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside it has '\u003cspan\u003eRSAF' which has nothing to do with the maker, it is just a directional indicator for regulation, SF is Slow-Fast and R-A is the French equivalent. Along with the import marks, there is a sponsor's mark \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG.D. These are the initials of George Charles Dimier, the principal of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDimier Brothers \u0026amp; Co Ltd, who were London-based watch importers during the first quarter of the 20th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWe have the perfect matching \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkinandgerrish.com\/collections\/latest-finds-of-antique-vintage-estate-jewellery-engagement-rings\/products\/edwardian-royal-blue-guilloche-enamel-and-silver-bow-brooch-with-dog-clip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/parkinandgerrish.com\/collections\/latest-finds-of-antique-vintage-estate-jewellery-engagement-rings\/products\/edwardian-royal-blue-guilloche-enamel-and-silver-bow-brooch-with-dog-clip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eow Brooch with Dog Clip\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003efor it!","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40120678088843,"sku":"247N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/edwardian-silver-royal-blue-guilloche-enamel-pocketfob-watch-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-708829.jpg?v=1751940307"},{"product_id":"late-19th-century-sri-lankan-silver-gold-kondakoora-hairpin-brooch","title":"Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Silver \u0026 Gold Kondakoora Hairpin \/ Brooch","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hairpin dated around 1890s. It is set with sapphires, pink sapphires and clear stones known locally in Sri Lanka as Matara ‘diamonds’ (white zircons). Matara is a sea port on the south coast of Sri Lanka from where the stones come. These hair pins are known as kondakoora hairpins, each has an arrow-like end and a boteh-shaped finial. Such hairpins were worn by women in the ‘Low Country’ regions of Sri Lanka from the 18th through to the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlmost invariably, these are wrongly ascribed to India or Turkey and described as turban ornaments. Early photographs show Sri Lankan women wearing such pins in their hair. Later, the fashioned developed in Sri Lanka for the hairpins to be worn as brooches and so many, like this one, were fitted with long brooch pins on the reverse. It can also be worn to marvellous effect on one shoulder like an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eepaulette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40120702828683,"sku":"249N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/late-19th-century-sri-lankan-silver-gold-kondakoora-hairpin-brooch-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-816969.jpg?v=1751896633"},{"product_id":"vintage-1970s-18ct-gold-elephant-hair-ring","title":"Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold Elephant Hair Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant ring features a design reminiscent of Gucci's 1970s elephant hair bracelets. The ring is made up from polished gold wires, showcasing a timeless look. The trend of wearing elephant hair jewellery began in the early 1970s, with French jeweller Bry \u0026amp; Co creating high-end pieces. This was soon followed by other renowned European jewellery houses such as Cartier and Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels. Even American jewellery icon Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. joined in, and today, more modern pieces can be found at Patrick Mavros.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ancestral inhabitants of Africa adorned themselves with bracelets crafted from the resilient hairs of the noble elephant. These traditional African elephant hair bracelets symbolise the gallant bull elephant's fortitude, valor, and sagacity. Skilled artisans of Africa skilfully weaved the hairs from an elephant's tail into a bangle, representing status and exchanged as a gesture of affection, camaraderie, and prosperity. The remarkable strength and grandeur of the African elephant was believed to infuse the flexible bangle with mystical attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ring is size UK K - US 5 1\/8 and it cannot be sized due the to nature of the ring. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40120811913355,"sku":"252N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/victorian-roman-revival-18ct-gold-coiled-wire-knot-ring-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-and-vintage-jewellery-616487.jpg?v=1751906639"},{"product_id":"1960s-french-18ct-gold-lapis-lazuli-mantlepiece-clock-by-de-brysal-in-original-case","title":"Late 1960s French 18ct Gold Lapis Lazuli Mantlepiece Clock by de Brysal in Original Case","description":"This clock was retailed by Van Cleef \u0026amp; Arpels in Paris in the late sixties as part of their special de Brysal art clocks in precious stones and gold. The craftsmanship, as you would expect with anything Van Cleef were happy to sell, is stunning. The case of the clock is made of natural lapis lazuli enriched with 18ct gold, including the workings of the clock. The gold sections are all fully hallmarked with the French Eagle hallmark. 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