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By Royal Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, Bentley & Skinner have between them been buying and selling the loveliest jewellery since 1880. Specialising in fine antique jewels, Faberge and beautiful engagement rings, Bentley & Skinner also provides an unparalleled range of services including valuations for insurance and probate, the purchase and excha

nge of old jewellery repairs, seal-engraving, pearl-stringing and bespoke jewellery commissions upon request. All of Bentey & Skinner's are also available on a for hire basis.

31/05/2026

As we reach the end of May, it’s our last chance to look at its birthstone, the emerald, which has long been associated with renewal, growth and the natural world, qualities closely tied to spring itself.

Valued for its rich green colour and rarity, the stone has been admired for centuries, from Ancient Egypt through to the great jewellery houses of the 20th century.

This important emerald and diamond cluster ring centres on a cushion-cut Colombian emerald weighing 5.91 carats, framed by two trapeze-cut diamonds and a border of old European-cut diamonds, all set in platinum.

The vivid green of the emerald contrasts beautifully with the surrounding diamonds, with the ring combining traditional craftsmanship with a more sculptural setting.

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Honoured to see Formula 1 driver wear vintage Bentley & Skinner on this year’s Cannes Film Festival red carpet.Styled b...
16/05/2026

Honoured to see Formula 1 driver wear vintage Bentley & Skinner on this year’s Cannes Film Festival red carpet.

Styled by , the late Victorian diamond willow branch brooch offered a subtle nod to the iconic Palme d’Or, the highest honour awarded in Official Competition, while bringing antique elegance to a distinctly modern red carpet.

A familiar sight in many spring gardens, this Edwardian diamond and demantoid garnet butterfly brooch brings a sense of ...
12/05/2026

A familiar sight in many spring gardens, this Edwardian diamond and demantoid garnet butterfly brooch brings a sense of delicacy and movement to any outfit.

Set with rose-cut diamonds across the wings, creating a soft, shifting sparkle, the body is formed from vivid demantoid garnets, with ruby cabochon eyes and fine gold antennae, all set in silver and gold and dating from circa 1910.

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Today we remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her 100th birthday.Bentley & Skinner was honour...
21/04/2026

Today we remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her 100th birthday.

Bentley & Skinner was honoured to hold a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty, a legacy we continue today with a Royal Warrant from His Majesty King Charles III.

Did you know that April’s birthstone is the diamond?Long valued for its durability and beauty, the diamond has also come...
21/04/2026

Did you know that April’s birthstone is the diamond?

Long valued for its durability and beauty, the diamond has also come to represent constancy and commitment. And with wedding season just beginning, April is also the month that interest in engagement rings and bridal jewellery begins to gather pace.

This ornate Victorian five-stone diamond ring, dating to around 1890, features graduating old European-cut diamonds accented with rose-cut stones for a total of 2.2 carats, set within an engraved gold mount. The design is one that is still favoured to this day for both engagement and eternity rings, beautifully capturing the essence of timeless beauty and romance.

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Motifs and symbols have long influenced jewellery design, with many pieces in our collections defined not only by their ...
15/04/2026

Motifs and symbols have long influenced jewellery design, with many pieces in our collections defined not only by their craftsmanship, but by the meaning they carry.

Insects are one such example that appear frequently in jewellery from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the worker bee a associated with industry and cooperation. It became an emblem of Manchester during the height of its textile trade, and later found its way into jewellery as a marker of identity and civic pride. Today, the worker bee continues to be an enduring symbol of the great northern city.

This realistically carved yellow gold and enamel bee brooch is set with a cabochon-cut citrine on the back, the abdomen with brown enamelled stripes and the wings with plique-à-jour enamel decorations. Mounted in yellow gold, the brooch exemplifies exquisite craftsmanship, capturing the beauty of nature with unparalleled artistry.

Find out more about symbolism in jewellery design in our latest newsletter, linked in our bio and on our Stories.

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This Easter Sunday, we’re spotlighting an exceptional Fabergé white enamel egg-shaped miniature frame, set with fine see...
05/04/2026

This Easter Sunday, we’re spotlighting an exceptional Fabergé white enamel egg-shaped miniature frame, set with fine seed pearls on a guilloché background and attributed to workmaster Henrik Wigström.

Fabergé was established in St Petersburg in 1842, and by the late 19th century, was Russia’s largest and best-known jewellery house. The house has become known for their royal commissions and their close ties to the family of Tsar Nicholas II.

This frame was made in around 1910 by famed workmaster Henrik Wigström, whose supervision was responsible for the production of many of the Imperial Easter eggs. This frame is in the shape of an egg, referencing the Easter eggs made for the Tsar and his wife every year.

It features a spectacular radiating pattern made from guilloche enamel surrounding a small round frame that is surrounded by fine seed pearls. Around the exquisite enamel work is a delicate gold edge topped with a detailed gold bow. This frame is an excellent example of Wigström’s style, and of the period of Fabergé in which this piece was made.

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Wishing all Bentley & Skinner followers, customers, colleagues, partners and friends a very happy Easter!

As Mother’s Day draws to a close, we have been reflecting on jewels that are often chosen to mark important moments such...
15/03/2026

As Mother’s Day draws to a close, we have been reflecting on jewels that are often chosen to mark important moments such as this.

These early 20th-century diamond-set hoop drop earrings, circa 1920, are set with old brilliant-cut diamonds totalling approximately 2 carats. Each earring is formed as a graduated pierced hoop suspended from a line of diamonds, the stones millegrain-set in platinum to create a delicate openwork design.

Light and elegant when worn, they reflect the refined craftsmanship and quiet sophistication of early 20th-century jewellery design.

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This International Women’s Day, we are reflecting on the symbolism of the dragonfly - a motif associated with transforma...
08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we are reflecting on the symbolism of the dragonfly - a motif associated with transformation, resilience and freedom.

At the turn of the 20th century, dragonflies appeared frequently in jewellery and decorative arts, particularly within the Art Nouveau movement, where natural forms were celebrated for their elegance and expressive symbolism. For many, the dragonfly came to represent change and renewal, ideas that resonated strongly during a period of profound social transformation, particularly around the women’s suffrage movement.

From a late Victorian gem-set brooch (image 1) and an extraordinary René Lalique dragonfly pendant (image 2), to an antique Russian emerald and diamond brooch (image 3) and a contemporary pair of ruby and diamond earrings bearing the Bentley & Skinner sponsor mark (image 4), these pieces show how the dragonfly has inspired jewellers across eras and styles.

See more of our dragonfly jewellery at the link in bio.

In celebration of Burns Night is this stunning art deco bracelet, which is reminiscent of the Scottish Saltire, or St An...
25/01/2026

In celebration of Burns Night is this stunning art deco bracelet, which is reminiscent of the Scottish Saltire, or St Andrew’s Cross - one of the oldest national flags in the world.

Look closer, however, and the piece reveals a different origin. Crafted in France circa 1930, its geometric cross motifs are a hallmark of Art Deco design, set with deep blue sapphires totalling approximately 11 carats and old-cut diamonds totalling around five carats.

Capturing the timeless elegance and beauty of the period, this is a jewel that honours tradition and craftsmanship - and a subtle nod to the spirit of Robert Burns and the enduring power of poetry.

Sláinte mhath to all our Scottish friends, partners and customers!

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