Owning a piece of history is a remarkable experience. Whether it's a captivating ring, an exquisite hairpin, or a dazzling bracelet worn by a stylish individual from a bygone era, it connects us to our collective past. Estate jewelry holds a treasure trove of antiques waiting to be worn and admired. Whether you're seeking fashion-forward pieces or timeless vintage gems, navigating the terminology of yesteryears can be daunting. Our estate jewelry glossary is your ultimate guide to exploring vintage and antique jewelry for your collection.
Over the last decade, jewelry items made from non-traditional gold alloys, called intermetallic compounds, have been gaining popularity. Many colours of gold are now possible including blue, purple, and black gold.
There is no real difference between Acrylic and Lucite, Lucite is just the best version of acrylic on the market. Lucite, a form of acrylic resin, appeared in many colours and styles of jewelry during the 1940s and 1950s.
The most misunderstood shower accessory of all time: the loofah! It does not come from the sea. It is not an animal. Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines that are part of the same family as cucumbers, squash, pumpkins and other gourds. It grows in tropical climates or other places that have, at least, a 110-day long warm season.
The most misunderstood shower accessory of all time: the loofah! It does not come from the sea. It is not an animal. Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines that are part of the same family as cucumbers, squash, pumpkins and other gourds. It grows in tropical climates or other places that have, at least, a 110-day long warm season.
There is no real difference between Acrylic and Lucite, Lucite is just the best version of acrylic on the market. Lucite, a form of acrylic resin, appeared in many colours and styles of jewelry during the 1940s and 1950s.
Over the last decade, jewelry items made from non-traditional gold alloys, called intermetallic compounds, have been gaining popularity. Many colours of gold are now possible including blue, purple, and black gold.
Owning a piece of history is a remarkable experience. Whether it's a captivating ring, an exquisite hairpin, or a dazzling bracelet worn by a stylish individual from a bygone era, it connects us to our collective past. Estate jewelry holds a treasure trove of antiques waiting to be worn and admired. Whether you're seeking fashion-forward pieces or timeless vintage gems, navigating the terminology of yesteryears can be daunting. Our estate jewelry glossary is your ultimate guide to exploring vintage and antique jewelry for your collection.
Wide lace garter supported at the mid-line with a ribbon covered elastic for perfect fit. Adorned with a pearl ornament and thin satin ribbon. Available in several colour combinations. See More Info, below, for available colours. Please type your colour choice in the box at the bottom of this page.
Buddha, sage, philosopher, teacher! The 'Awakened One'. Buddha had awakened from the sleep of ignorance and saw the reality of the mortal world. Original line ink and water colour. Striking marble-effect. Our unique production process permits each artwork in this first edition to be reproduced in ink and water colour as if it were an artist's original...
Apollo! Greek god of healing, medicine, poetry, music! One of the 12 Olympians. He could see the future with power over lightning. Original line ink and water colour. Striking marble-effect. Bedgeburry Park's unique production process permits each artwork in this first edition to be reproduced in ink and water colour as if it were an artist's original...
Athena! Greek goddess of wisdom, heroic endeavor! Her special powers included invention of useful items and crafts. Original line ink and water colour. Striking marble-effect. Bedgeburry Park's unique production process permits each artwork in this first edition to be reproduced in ink and water colour as if it were an artist's original painting....
Archilles, hero, warrior! Greek god. Central character of Homer's Iliad. Original line ink and water colour. Striking marble-effect. Bedgeburry Park's unique production process permits each artwork in this first edition to be reproduced in ink and water colour as if it were an artist's original painting. Limited first edition of 50. 20" h x 16" w....
Diana, the huntress. Roman goddess of wild animals and the hunt. Original line ink and water colour. Striking marble-effect. Bedgeburry Park's unique production process permits each artwork in this first edition to be reproduced in ink and water colour as if it were an artist's original painting. Limited first edition of 50. 20" h x 16" w. Signed and...
Women's fashionable eyeglass chain. Bedgeburry Park's eyewear chain is a fun way to keep your glasses and sunnies close at hand.
Women's fashionable eyeglass chain. Bedgeburry Park's eyewear chain is a fun way to keep your glasses and sunnies close at hand.