Ageless Heirlooms

3 weeks ago | agelessheirlooms.com | Lauren Thomann

17 There’s something magnetic about Art Deco jewelry. It’s precise yet indulgent, architectural but never cold. Born from an era obsessed with innovation and elegance, these pieces still feel bold today—whether it’s a sharp baguette diamond or a perfectly balanced filigree setting. I curated a collection of favorites that speak to that enduring tension between form and flourish. Some are subtle, others commanding, but all of them carry the unmistakable lines of the 1920s and 1930s.

Dec 13, 2024 | agelessheirlooms.com | Lauren Thomann

43 On November 20, 2024, thieves armed with axes stormed the Musée Cognacq-Jay in Paris in a meticulously executed robbery. Within minutes, they had smashed display cases and escaped on scooters, taking with them over $1 million worth of royal heirlooms connected to King Charles III’s ancestors.

Dec 13, 2024 | agelessheirlooms.com | Lauren Thomann

486 The Spencer Tiara, famously worn by Princess Diana on her wedding day in 1981, holds a unique place in history as a symbol of her family heritage. Unlike tiaras from the British royal collection, this iconic piece is privately owned by the Spencer family and has not been inherited by Kate Middleton, the current Princess of Wales, or other royal brides. The Spencer Tiara was crafted in 1937 for Diana’s grandmother, Cynthia Spencer, by Garrard, the official jeweler to the crown.

Dec 2, 2024 | agelessheirlooms.com | Lauren Thomann

20 Jewelry has long been more than decoration. For centuries, people have used it to hide secrets, send messages (that went beyond just love letters), and express forbidden love. Some of the most fascinating examples in history involve powerful figures and the mysteries hidden in their jewels. Whether through engravings, hidden compartments, or symbolic designs, these pieces allowed wearers to express feelings or share information without drawing attention.

Nov 28, 2024 | agelessheirlooms.com | Lauren Thomann

2.6K A stunning Tiffany & Co. diamond and platinum brooch left jaws dropping on Antiques Roadshow earlier this year. The piece, which aired during an April 2024 episode, had been sitting in the owner’s collection for 30 years. Originally purchased for $3,000 from a private seller, the brooch turned out to be far more valuable. During the appraisal, the guest shared that the brooch had hardly seen daylight since she bought it, admitting it was a piece she had stashed away and nearly forgotten.