Jewellery, Watches and Objects of Vertu

An emerald and ruby dress ring, by Elizabeth Gage, the heavy 18ct textured gold ring centred with a collet set oval cabochon ruby, within an abstract surround of carved emerald bead leaves, claw set and collet set round cabochon ruby accents, mount hallmarked and stamped ‘GAGE’, ring size M. £2000-3000

After training as a goldsmith, Elizabeth Gage first caught the attention of the jewellery world when, in 1968 she undertook a major commission for Cartier. She went on to win many awards including the British Jewellery Designer of the Year, the De Beers Diamond Award and the Queens Award for Export, and was made a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths.

Elizabeth Gage’s unique approach to design is reflected in the unusual elements she includes in her pieces, from quality gemstones to ancient coins, fine carvings to baroque pearls. She combines these elements with brightly coloured enamels and detailed goldwork to produce bold and distinctive jewels that are instantly recognisable.