Our Heritage

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Estate Vintage Jewelry offers a curated selection of rare, historic pieces. Each item is authenticated and restored to preserve its unique character for the next generation.

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§ HISTORY — THE ARCHIVE

Our Journey.

1924
ESTABLISHMENT

The First Acquisition

Estate Vintage Jewelry began in a private London study, where founder Arthur Sterling acquired his first collection of Georgian-era rings. The mission: preserve the artistry of historic jewelry for discerning collectors.

The First Acquisition
1952
GLOBAL REACH

Expanding the Archive

Our first international exhibition opened in Paris, showcasing rare Victorian brooches. What began as a local passion grew into a global network of private estate acquisitions and rare finds.

1978
CURATION

The Gallery Premiere

We opened our flagship gallery, framing each piece as a curated exhibit. The press hailed our approach as the definitive standard for authenticating and presenting rare estate jewelry.

The Gallery Premiere
1995
AUTHENTICATION

A Legacy Restored

Commissioned to restore a royal collection, our experts utilized period-accurate techniques to preserve the integrity of these historic artifacts for future generations.

2012
EXPANSION

The Vault Expansion

We unveiled our expanded private vault, doubling our capacity to house rare specimens while maintaining the intimate, secure environment our collectors expect.

The Vault Expansion
2024
PRESENT

The Curator's Vision

Estate Vintage Jewelry continues to source the world's most rare pieces. Every item is vetted by our experts before it enters our collection, ensuring absolute provenance and quality.

— The Curators

Eyes that
discern.

Four dedicated experts. Each a guardian of their field, each committed to the integrity of the Estate Vintage Jewelry collection. Together they form the foundation of our gallery — a space that measures value not in trends, but in the enduring beauty of history.

Portrait of Elena VanceElena Vance at work

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Elena Vance

Lead Gemologist · Estate Specialist

With a background in art history and a decade spent in the auction houses of London, Elena specializes in identifying rare provenance. She approaches every piece as a historical artifact, ensuring that the legacy of each vintage jewel is preserved and understood by its next custodian.

Expertise
Provenance research, gemstone grading
Years
12
Trained
Gemological Institute of America
Portrait of Marcus ThorneMarcus Thorne at work

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Marcus Thorne

Master Appraiser · Vintage Jewelry

Marcus has spent fifteen years documenting the evolution of jewelry design from the Victorian era through the mid-century. His expertise lies in the subtle details of metalwork and setting styles that distinguish authentic period pieces from modern reproductions.

Expertise
Period authentication, metal analysis
Years
15
Trained
Royal College of Art, London
Portrait of Julian VaneJulian Vane at work

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Julian Vane

Restoration Lead · Antique Metals

Julian is a master of the delicate balance between restoration and preservation. He works exclusively with period-correct tools to stabilize antique settings, ensuring that the structural integrity of each piece remains intact while its original luster is carefully revived.

Expertise
Setting stabilization, metal polishing
Years
18
Trained
Florence School of Fine Arts
Portrait of Clara RossiClara Rossi at work

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Clara Rossi

Archivist · Vintage Jewelry

Clara manages the Estate Vintage Jewelry collection with the precision of a museum curator. Her work involves cataloging the unique history of every acquisition, from the origin of the stones to the stories of the families who once wore them, creating a complete narrative for each item.

Expertise
Collection management, archival history
Years
10
Trained
University of Paris, Sorbonne

The gallery maintains a curated selection of rare pieces. Excellence is a function of focus.