Hancocks London | Bespoke, Vintage & Contemporary Jewellery

Summer 2021

Engagement

Browse our stunning ring collection all handmade in London using the most beautiful vintage and antique gemstones.

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Summer 2021

Wedding Eternity

Discover our unique collection of wedding and eternity bands.

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Summer 2021

Vintage Antique

We are proud to be known around the Globe for our collection of vintage and antique jewels.

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Like a hall of mirrors, this beautiful emerald cut...

Jul 24

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Like a hall of mirrors, this beautiful emerald cut diamond reflects and bounces light around its 4.22ct F VS1 interior. To set this gorgeous stone off we’ve calibre cut aquamarines into elegant tapering shoulders and set everything into hand engraved platinum. Dreamy.

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Love love loving these summery 1960s Bulgari ...

Jul 22

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Love love loving these summery 1960s Bulgari bracelets that have just arrived. Lapis with turquoise beads and lapis with coral beads, both twisted around a woven 18ct gold bracelet. Serious summer vaycay vibes ☀️

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Our lovely new Victorian diamond rivière necklace...

Jul 21

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Our lovely new Victorian diamond rivière necklace is beautifully articulated and feels wonderfully silky and fluid. The diamonds are estimated at 23cts and graduate in a continual tapering from front to back. The rivière necklace was an extremely popular design in the 18th and 19th centuries and was made from both diamonds and coloured stones, in both uniform and graduated rows. The name translates literally as ‘river’ which perfectly alludes to the way these rows of stones would ripple around the base of the throat when worn. They were a favourite with Royalty and courtiers both in Europe and further afield and were often worn in multiples to emphasise wealth and status. This necklace is a lovely example of its kind and even hides a little secret. Behind the centre stone is hidden a small hinged loop that can fold down and enable a pendant to be suspended from it. A lovely extra feature that increases the versatility of the piece and offers a way to change its appearance and to make it uniquely yours.

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Say hello to our magnificent new arrival, this ...

Jul 20

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Say hello to our magnificent new arrival, this Victorian diamond marquise cluster ring.✨ A veritable smorgasbord of antique diamonds (estimated at around 10cts) it measures 4.4cm long and dates from c.1870. Not for those who like their diamonds discreet, this beauty is loud and proud. J’adore!

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We do love a little red box - and what’s inside ...

Jul 19

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We do love a little red box - and what’s inside of course. These Cartier 1950s clip earrings have a pavé diamond centre surrounded by a three-dimensional sunburst of undulating rays of 18ct gold. A perfect pair of sparkling summer earrings ✨

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One for the fans of straight lines, angles and ...

Jul 18

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One for the fans of straight lines, angles and geometric shapes. A 3.02ct octagonal diamond within a calibre-cut halo of baguette diamonds in a channel setting, a beautiful ring with a definite Deco vibe.

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It’s sunny outside but it’s shinier in here! ...

Jul 17

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It’s sunny outside but it’s shinier in here! This is like a finger shrine to those who love and appreciate antique diamonds! A sensational Victorian ring.

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This wonderful bracelet by Hennell from 1929 is ...

Jul 16

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This wonderful bracelet by Hennell from 1929 is quintessentially Art Deco in style and combines several themes typical of the aesthetic of jewellery from this period. The strong geometric shape of the links, the juxtaposition of just two contrasting colours, the use of rock crystal as a precious gemstone and the coloured gems calibré-cut especially for the piece are all signifiers of Art Deco jewels. The transparent rock crystal lends a light airiness to the bracelet whilst the deep saturated colour of the grass green emeralds is grounding and both are enhanced by the bright sparkle of the diamonds. The bracelet can be dated so specifically because it was entered into the Hennell record books on 9th December 1929, along with a coloured design drawing, swipe for full image. From the collection of the late 2nd Countess Mountbatten of Burma, Patricia Knatchbull.

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Why I love antique diamonds 🔥

Jul 16

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The Victorians believed the butterfly was ...

Jul 15

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The Victorians believed the butterfly was emblematic of the soul. Whether you agree with them or not, this brightly coloured enamel beauty certainly speaks to mine. Made by Boucheron in the 1960s it has a wonderfully three dimensional form and is just the pop of colour needed on a grey day. Previously owned by the Earl and Countess Mountbatten of Burma, full details and more photos are on our website, link in bio.

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Well you don’t get more one of a kind than this....

Jul 14

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Well you don’t get more one of a kind than this. Beautiful old fancy grey-blue step cut with pink diamond single cuts. A sensational ring..

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There is true beauty in absolute simplicity. A ...

Jul 14

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There is true beauty in absolute simplicity. A 3.57ct old European brilliant cut diamond in a classic platinum solitaire claw setting. No bells and whistles just quiet elegance, the Audrey Hepburn of diamond rings.

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With so many beautiful tiaras in stock at the ...

Jul 12

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With so many beautiful tiaras in stock at the moment I don’t envy anyone trying to choose which one to hire. We all have our favourites here but which would you choose for your party, wedding or just to take a bath a la Princess Margaret!? If you don’t know what I’m referring to, swipe through for one of my favourite ever jewellery photos.

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This antique diamond fringe necklace is so ...

Jul 10

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This antique diamond fringe necklace is so beautiful I thought it deserved its own post. It converts from our latest tiara (see a couple of posts back) and has a graduated bib-like form set with approx 32cts of old cut diamonds. Arguably more wearable than a tiara, it sits around the base of the neck reflecting light back up to the wearers face in the most flattering way. Full details and more photos are on our website.

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The beautiful gold work in this bracelet is ...

Jul 9

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The beautiful gold work in this bracelet is quintessentially Georges Lenfant with the matte and polished finishes creating a striking contrast. The shape however is less typical of the Lenfant bracelets you see from this 1970s period making this an unusual piece. The colourful opaque turquoises coupled with the bright white sparkle of the diamonds add further visual interest whilst remaining in a supporting role to the gold. The bracelet is flexible and smooth on the inside making it comfortable to wear and the matte finish lends it a casual air making it perfect for summer daytime wear.

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New arrival 🎉
Our gorgeous antique tiara ...

Jul 8

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New arrival 🎉 Our gorgeous antique tiara is set with around 32cts of old cut diamonds and converts into the most stunning necklace. Swipe to see. The diamonds are beautifully bright and lively and the settings have been kept to a minimum so the effect is of a concentrated band of diamonds around the head creating a fabulous impact and huge amount of sparkle. As a necklace the piece is equally splendid and impactful, the graduated fringe forming a triple row bib of diamonds that lay around the base of the throat catching the light and reflecting it up to the wearers face. The back chain of the necklace can also be worn as a bracelet, meaning this wonderful jewel is three beautiful pieces of diamond jewellery in one. It is the perfect family heirloom tiara, loved now and for generations to come.