Sell Your Antique Jewellery at Auction

Antique jewellery offers a connection to craftsmanship, design and collecting traditions spanning centuries. From Georgian rings and Victorian brooches to Art Deco diamond jewellery, antique pieces continue to attract strong interest from collectors and private buyers alike.

At Lyon & Turnbull, we provide specialist valuations and auction advice for antique jewellery, offering a clear and considered route to sale.

Antique Jewellery at Auction

Antique jewellery remains one of the most established and sought-after categories within the auction market. Buyers are often drawn to the individuality, workmanship and historic character found in older pieces, particularly those retaining original settings and period features.

We regularly handle:

Georgian jewellery
Victorian jewellery
Edwardian jewellery
Art Deco jewellery
Antique diamond jewellery
Antique gold jewellery
Mourning jewellery
Antique brooches, rings, necklaces and earrings

Pieces with strong provenance, distinctive craftsmanship, or desirable makers can attract particular interest at auction.

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Georgian & Victorian Jewellery

Georgian jewellery is comparatively rare due to its age and hand-crafted nature. Closed-back settings, foil-backed gemstones, cannetille work and sentimental motifs are often associated with the period.

Victorian jewellery reflects changing tastes across the 19th century, ranging from romantic and sentimental designs to bold gemstone jewellery and mourning pieces. Antique jewellery from this period remains especially popular with collectors.

Edwardian & Art Deco Jewellery

Edwardian jewellery is often characterised by delicate platinum settings, fine diamonds and lace-like craftsmanship. These elegant designs continue to perform strongly at auction.

Art Deco jewellery introduced a more geometric and modern aesthetic during the 1920s and 1930s. Diamond-set bracelets, cocktail rings and onyx or emerald combinations from the period remain highly sought after today.

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What Affects the Value of Antique Jewellery?

Several factors can influence the value of antique jewellery at auction, including:

Age and rarity
Condition and originality
Gemstone quality
Precious metal content
Provenance
Craftsmanship and design
Signed makers or workshops
Historical importance

Original boxes, documentation, or family history may also enhance desirability.

Signed & Designer Antique Jewellery

Antique jewellery by recognised makers can attract strong interest from collectors, particularly when pieces remain signed or attributable.

We regularly encounter antique jewellery by:

Cartier
Tiffany & Co.
Boucheron
Van Cleef & Arpels
Liberty & Co.

Designer and maker-attributed pieces may command significant premiums at auction.

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Jewellery

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If you are considering selling antique jewellery, our specialists can provide a confidential valuation and advice on the most appropriate route to auction.