Antiques in Oxford
Scarab Beetle Jewellery
Scarab beetle jewellery is often associated with Ancient Egypt. We’ll look at its origins in this ancient culture, the Egyptian Revival...
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Antiques in Oxford
Antiques in Oxford has over forty years of experience in the antiques trade and we've been online for five years. We offer a personal service to clients, both those who wish to buy something special and to those who are looking for a valuation or considering selling. We can easily visit you in the South East. We have three retail outlets. Our stock is changing all the time. You will find new items of silver and jewellery every month. Do contact us for gift ideas. And don't be afraid to ask us what something of yours is worth. You just never know...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jul 18, 2023
- 2 min
Charles Horner silver and enamel
Charles Horner (1837 – 1896) from Yorkshire, was a prominent jeweller in the late 19thCentury. Born to a local weaver in Ovenden, his...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jul 18, 2023
- 2 min
Famous Georgian silversmith Hester Bateman
Hester Bateman is celebrated not just for her status as one of few female silversmiths working in Georgian England, but for the dynamic...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jul 16, 2023
- 4 min
A Guide to Art Deco Jewellery
We delve into the world of Art Deco jewellery to discover its history, the most prized pieces and how to buy a few beautiful jewels of...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jul 15, 2023
- 2 min
All about garnets
Garnets come in many colours and even in colour-changing varieties. They are formed from a group of minerals that have similar crystal...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jul 15, 2023
- 2 min
A guide to vintage engagement rings
Whether you're looking for a special ring to propose with, or perhaps you've inherited a ring you'd like to sell, here's everything you...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jun 13, 2023
- 3 min
What are Vesta Cases
Vesta cases are small portable boxes made to contain matches and keep them dry. They take their name from the Roman goddess of fire and...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jun 12, 2023
- 3 min
What is considered vintage jewellery?
Vintage jewellery is desirable twentieth century jewellery, that doesn’t necessarily fit into any particular design styles, such as Art...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jun 12, 2023
- 5 min
Collecting antique insect jewellery
From brooches and bracelets, to necklaces and rings, sparkling Victorian insect jewellery is currently popular among modern buyers. But...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jun 12, 2023
- 5 min
The joy of vintage and antique cocktail rings
More is more when it comes to eye-catching cocktail rings, so jazz up your jewellery collection this party season with some vintage bling....
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jun 12, 2023
- 2 min
The dawn of Art Deco
Sandwiched between the horror and disarray of the two World Wars, the Art Deco period, spanning the 1920s and 30s, was a glorious, golden...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Apr 28, 2023
- 2 min
Do you have any of these old items??
Costume jewellery Gold and silver jewellery Silver items Medals and militaria Writing instruments, Gold Toys Coins Cameras Masonic...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Apr 28, 2023
- 1 min
Would you like your items valued?
We give honest values to help you decide what to do with them. You can of course sell in auction but bear in mind that the auction house...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jan 22, 2023
- 1 min
Which gemstones to pick for your engagement ring
To make it even more personal and special you could pick the stone that is associated with the month in which your loved one was born....
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jan 16, 2023
- 1 min
Which gemstones to pick for your engagement ring
To make it even more personal and special you could pick the stone that is associated with the month in which your loved one was born....
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jan 15, 2023
- 1 min
Diamond engagement ring top tips
When buying diamonds, you are advised to consider the “four cs” Carat – You will see this abbreviated to “ct” in descriptions. Clarity –...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Jan 15, 2023
- 1 min
Time to tie the knot?
Thinking of popping the question and tying the knot? What should you look for when buying an engagement ring? The most important thing to...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Nov 28, 2022
- 1 min
Why a second-hand buy is a first-class acquisition
58% know that buying second-hand furniture is greener than new 44% are more likely to buy second-hand now than 3 years ago Reasons for...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Nov 23, 2022
- 3 min
Arts & Crafts Bernard Instone
Bernard Instone (1891-1987) was born and educated in Birmingham. He became a renowned designer of contemporary jewellery in the 1920s and...
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Antiques in Oxford
- Nov 23, 2022
- 1 min
John Atkins & Sons silver and enamel butterfly brooches
The history of one of the most famous and oldest British companies John Atkins & Sons started over a hundred years ago in Spencer Street....
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