N.E. FROM - DENMARK - PLAIN SILVER NECKLACE

This silver necklace was made by N. E. From - Denmark.  It has an early N. E. From mark - From 925 S - and also a British Import Hallmark for 1991.  As From closed in 1990 this was obviously added later.  Perhaps the importer bought some stock from the firm when it closed.  Who knows - but the import mark also has the letters AD - which might indicate who imported the necklace.  The style is very 1950/60s.  It is only 15 1/2 inches so will not fit everyone!  A simple style that can be worn anywhere!  ref: 2924 Price £145.

N. E. From silver necklace

LEA STEIN BROOCH - THE HEDGEHOG - BLACK & GREY

At Grays Antiques in central London we probably have the best selection of Lea Stein brooches.  I usually have a good stock and Linda Bee also has some - so there is usually plenty to choose from.  I am taking this hedgehog brooch in with me today - it is one of my favourites.  It has a black face, feet and trim and a greyish, striped body.  Very distinctive!  Price £65 reference 2922 C32/13

Lea Stein Brooch - the hedgehog

BAKELITE JEWELLERY IN LONDON

In my shop at Grays Antiques - in central London - I try to have a good selection of bakelite jewellery. - and small collectibles.   This is difficult as there was never so much here in the UK as there was in the States.  Here are a few of the items I have been able to buy recently.  Do pay a visit!

GALALITH BELT BUCKLE - RED & GREEN LEAVES

I love the Art Deco period belt buckles.  This one is in red and pale green galalith and is in the shape of two leaves.  It is very easy to attach this to a belt.  You could buy a belt (1 1/2 inches in width) remove the buckle and attach it to this buckle - with a stapler if you cannot sew!  It could also be used as a cloak fasterner.  Price £68 ref: 2920 C39/9

galalith belt buckle - red & green leaves

COLLECTION OF RED & BLACK PLASTIC JEWELLERY IN MY LONDON SHOP

These are the sort of items I love for display in my shop at Grays Antiques in central London.  They are visually strong.  Love combinations of red and black, green and black, black and white etc.  The 'hat' is a sewing container.  The two bracelets are modern Marion Godart Paris.  The rest are mixed periods.  They are not in the shop yet - but if you are interested in any item do contact me.  Ref: 2919

Collection of red and black plastic jewellery

1960s FLOWERS CLIP EARRINGS

In my shop at Grays Antiques in central London where I am part of Vintage Modes - I like to sell items that are representative of their time.  That is why I love these 1960s plastic clip earrings.  They are flowers - and were very popular.  Some have a button clip fitting, some are bigger than others, and they come in four different colours.  Wonderful for Spring - or a 1960s event!  Prices are £35 for the button tops, £30 for the larger and £25 for the smaller.

DIAMANTE VINTAGE NECKLACE WITH FAUX PEARLS

This lovely necklace probably dates from the 1920-1930s period.  It is on white metal with diamante and white and grey faux pearls.  It only measures 16 inches at maximum extension - but more chain could be added.  It is in good condition.  Please to get this necklace - as I do love the older ones!  reference 2918 C33/13  price £95

Diamante Vintage Necklace with Faux Pearls

CARVED, MOTHER OF PEARL, VINTAGE POWDER COMPACT

This powder compact - for loose powder - is unused.  It is probably mid century.  The top is a piece of cared mother of pearl - what a lot of work!  It is immaculate.  Full details are on my web site.  So nice to get items in such good condition - I wonder where it has been stored all these years!  Ref: 2917 C37/3  Price £78

Carved Mother of Pearl Compact

1960s BRIGHTLY COLOURED TRIANGULAR DROP CLIP EARRINGS

4 pairs of 1960s clip earrings in red, pink, blue and yellow. They are made of small plastic pieces fused together.  The gilt metal clips are marked 'Made in West Germany'.  They are old stock and have not been used.  They measured approx 1 4/5 top to bottom.

1960s original triangular earrings