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Brooches have been making a comeback over the past few years, with the world’s most renowned fashion houses like Gucci and Dior sending models down the runway adorned with brooches on their lapels, on silk scarves, and in their hair.

Whichever fashion movement you subscribed to in the 1970s, or whatever 1970s trends you find yourself drawn to now, there’s no denying that the clothes and accessories of one of the most fashionable eras in history were bold and flamboyant, to say the least.

Most people buy antique jewellery simply because they love it. Finding that unique item that says what no other piece can is enough reason to choose antique jewellery over the new designs in most high street windows. For many, antiques are relics of a bygone era – a piece of history that can live forever, unlike the passing trends which can come and go.

Among all of the different types of jewellery there are, antique jewellery is especially meaningful to us.

What do soap bubbles, oils spills on wet roads, butterfly wings, and seashells have in common with the opal gemstone?

If you think rose gold is a thing of the past, the millennials have got news for you! From iPhones to cars, and trainers to red carpet looks, rose gold has become a pop culture phenomenon.

Sapphire are one of the most important and iconic gemstones. Most commonly associated with the colour blue, these precious gems are as distinguishable as white diamonds, red rubies and green emeralds. It is said that a sapphire engagement ring represents faithfulness and sincerity and, in a wider symbolic sense, stand for wisdom, virtue, good fortune and holiness.

Engagement rings come in all shapes, sizes and styles and can feature an array of gems – not just diamonds.

As in all aspects of design and fashion, jewellery has undergone drastic stylistic changes over the past 200 years. Each trend is distinctive but, in their own unique ways, highly glamorous.

Antique jewellery is highly investable but even the most experienced collector can sometimes feel overwhelmed when looking to add to their range of jewels – especially when trying to work out the difference between antique, vintage and estate jewellery. Here’s a guide to help if you are considering investing in these prized,  timeless possessions.