In her latest monthly column, Harrogate based antique jewellery expert Susan Rumfitt examines the work of 19th century Italian jeweller, Fortunato Pio Castellani.
Stray Jewels: Jewels with the James Bond seal of approval
With the premiere of the newest Bond Film ‘No Time to Die’ this week, Susan Rumfitt takes a look at the jewels available to buy at Elstob & Elstob Auctioneers with a Bond connection.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: Gold Rush
After the haul of gold medals won by Team GB athletes at this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games, antique jewellery expert Susan Rumfitt explores the importance of gold in Victorian jewellery.
Stray Jewels: a heads up on tiaras
Throughout history, tiaras have offered a chance for ladies to dazzle and impress at society events and weddings – and their popularity is growing once again, writes antique jewellery expert Susan Rumfitt.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: Celebrating the Brands
This week antique jewellery expert Susan takes a closer look at some of the biggest brand names in jewellery, ahead of a special jewellery sale at Ripon based auctioneers Elstob & Elstob.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: Sapphires Aren’t All Blue
BBC Antiques Roadshow jewel expert Susan Rumfitt takes a closer look at one of her favourite gemstones: sapphires. Most commonly associated with a rich blue colour, Susan explains that sapphires can actually come in a whole rainbow of colours.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: Art Deco Delights
Jewel expert Susan Rumfitt takes a closer look at the delights of art deco jewellery, including how it developed and the key influencers.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: the timeless allure of pearls
They’ve been loved by style icons like Marilyn Monroe and Michelle Obama, and sale results continue to show pearls are very much in vogue, writes local jewel expert Susan Rumfitt.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: Amethyst and Aquamarine
Big and bold gemstones are a big hit at the moment, particularly the February and March gemstones Amethyst and Aquamarine, writes jewel expert Susan Rumfitt.
Stray Jewels with Susan Rumfitt: Valentine gifts
Are diamonds a girl’s best friend? Jewel expert Susan Rumfitt guides you through the options for showing your love this Valentine’s Day.
Stray Jewels: Inspired by Animals
Antiques expert Susan Rumfitt outlines the appeal of animal-themed jewellery, including three exquisite animal pieces for sale in the Harrogate area.