Garrard Necklaces
The first official Crown Jeweler for the British royal family, Garrard & Co. Limited has crafted iconic and historically celebrated rings, watches, necklaces and other jewelry for centuries.
Master silversmith George Wickes founded Garrard in 1735 and quickly gained a regal platform with patronage from Frederick, Prince of Wales. The company underwent a range of name changes and shifts in leadership over the years, with Robert Garrard becoming a partner in 1792. He assumed sole control of the firm a decade later and eventually passed the company down to his sons — James, Sebastian and Robert Garrard II — where it would remain in the Garrard family until 1946 with the death of Robert’s great-grandson.
Garrard Co. Ltd registered its current name in 1909 and, despite a temporary merger and relocation with Asprey, the firm still operates out of its original location on Albermarle St. in London. It was acquired by American private equity firm Yucaipa Companies in 2006.
Garrard created silver, tableware and decorative objects for the royal family as well as the Crown Jewels for a range of coronations beginning with King Edward VII’s in 1902. The esteemed luxury house created Queen Victoria's Small Diamond Crown, which featured colorless stones and was suitable to be worn while she mourned the passing of her last husband, Prince Albert. Later, for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, Garrard provided a pair of gold armlets. The company’s 1893 Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara adorns Queen Elizabeth II on British banknotes.
Among Garrard’s best known works is undoubtedly Princess Diana’s engagement ring — a 12-carat blue sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds, set in 18-karat white gold. Unlike most royal engagement rings, the one Princess Diana chose wasn’t a one-of-a-kind piece commissioned from the Crown Jeweler, but rather a catalog offering for anyone who could swing the $60,000 price tag. As a result, this was a matter of controversy within the royal family. It is now Kate Middleton’s ring.
Garrard is committed to ethical sourcing and sustainable practices. Today, its all-female design team — led by creative director Sara Prentice — continues to merge ageless techniques with modern technology to uphold the firm’s legacy in the creation of precious handcrafted engagement rings, brooches and other adornments.
While Garrard and the royal family parted ways in 2007, the house still produces pieces that captivate new generations of jewelry wearers all over the world, just as it has for hundreds of years.
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21st Century and Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
French Garrard Necklaces
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s American Baroque Revival Vintage Garrard Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, Gold, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold
1940s French Vintage Garrard Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Vintage Garrard Necklaces
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s Garrard Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Garrard Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Garrard Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century British Garrard Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...
Late 20th Century British Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...
1990s Garrard Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Garrard Necklaces
Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s British Antique Garrard Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Garrard Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Garrard Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century British Garrard Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Garrard Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Garrard Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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- Is Garrard a good jewelry brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Yes, Garrard is a good jewelry brand. In fact, the jewelry maker has a long history of producing pieces of exceptional quality. The first official Crown Jeweler for the British royal family, Garrard & Co. Limited has crafted iconic and historically celebrated rings, watches, necklaces and other jewelry for centuries. Master silversmith George Wickes founded Garrard in 1735 and quickly gained a regal platform with patronage from Frederick, Prince of Wales. While Garrard and the royal family parted ways in 2007, the house still produces pieces that captivate new generations of jewelry lovers all over the world, just as it has for hundreds of years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Garrard & Co. Limited jewelry.