Discover this podcast and so much more

Podcasts are free to enjoy without a subscription. We also offer ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more for just $11.99/month.

Episode 110: How a 172-Year-Old Jewelry House Has Adapted to New Trends with Guy Burton, Director of Hancocks in London

Episode 110: How a 172-Year-Old Jewelry House Has Adapted to New Trends with Guy Burton, Director of Hancocks in London

FromJewelry Journey Podcast


Episode 110: How a 172-Year-Old Jewelry House Has Adapted to New Trends with Guy Burton, Director of Hancocks in London

FromJewelry Journey Podcast

ratings:
Length:
23 minutes
Released:
Mar 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

What you’ll learn in this episode: The history of London’s iconic jewelry house Hancocks and its current location, Burlington Arcade  What sets antique gems apart from modern day stones Why customers are more interested in antique diamond engagement rings than ever before Why retro gold pieces from the 70s and 80s are in demand right now About Guy Burton: Guy Burton, DGA is the Bespoke Director at Hancocks, London’s oldest family jewelry house and purveyors of vintage and contemporary jewelry since 1849. During his time in the jewelry trade, he has developed a passion for diamonds and bespoke jewelry. In his role, he focuses on finding and acquiring the finest loose diamonds and gemstones and creating new jewelry pieces, as well as expanding the Hancocks antique jewelry collection. He has created an extensive collection of contemporary diamond jewelry for Hancocks with a focus on unusual and rare old cut diamonds. Transcript Additional Resources: Instagram Website Photos:   A group of beautiful antique Colombian emeralds in rings by Hancocks London. Five loose antique diamonds.   A very special 11.36ct antique asscher cut diamond in ring by Hancocks London. The Anglesey Tiara, an incredible Victorian treasure with a very rich history, currently for sale at Hancocks London.
Released:
Mar 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Every day, people surround us wearing art, history, and culture, but we usually don’t pay attention. Most people think about jewelry as an afterthought or accessory. But jewelry can tell a larger story, one reflecting the connection between contemporary culture and that of yesteryear. Is jewelry clothing, art, status symbol, or something more? The jewelry world seems to be hidden in plain sight and little understood. The Jewelry Journey podcast explores the many aspects of jewelry and its status as art. We talk with those who live and breathe this form of adornment: makers, dealers, gallerists, academics collectors and more. The goal is to elevate the conversation beyond Etsy or big diamonds and see jewelry in a new light, so that we can appreciate the little pieces of wonder that float by each day.