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.
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.
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 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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Vintage Asprey & Garrard Champagne Swizzle Stick
By Asprey & Garrard Limited
Located in London, GB
A vintage Asprey & Garrard champagne swizzle stick, circa 1998 This silver and yellow gold plated champagne swizzle stick is in the shape of a...
Yellow Gold, Silver
Set of Four Cartier 'Trinity' Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes
By Cartier
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This set of four sterling silver champagne flutes were made for retail by Cartier during the second half of the 20th century. The set which are crafted from solid sterling silver fea...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sterling Silver Belt Buckles, R. Blackinton & Co. and Engine-Turned
Located in Westport, CT
This set includes two vintage sterling silver belt buckles, each measuring approximately 2.50 inches across. The smooth, gently curved buckle bears a three-letter monogram and is mar...
Sterling Silver
$1,500 / set
H 0.38 in W 0.63 in L 6 in
Boxed Set of 6 Garrard & Co Sterling Silver & Mother-of-Pearl Caviar Knives
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine boxed set of caviar knives. By Garrard & Co. The blades in sterling silver and the handles made of lustrous Mother-of-Pearl. Founded in 1722, Garrard was made the first ever Crown Jewelers for the English throne and held that distinction from 1843 - 2007. Garrard has also made jewelry for royalty and various world cup trophies...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Wood Handle Tea Strainer
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver tea strainer. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver with a wooden handle. Marked to the underside of the rim. Simply wonderful Tiffany design! Date: 20th Cen...
Sterling Silver
$1,250
W 2.38 in D 0.38 in L 3.75 in
Antique French Gilt Dore Bronze Pair of Champagne Wire Cutter Shears or Nippers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful pair of antique Champagne nippers or wire cutters. Likely French with an ornate gilt bronze sheath, cornucopia handles, and steel blades. A real rarity and a must-have ...
Bronze
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Miniature Perfume Scent Bottle with Dauber
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Westport, CT
A vintage Tiffany & Co. sterling silver miniature perfume or scent bottle with a smooth, rounded rectangular body and removable screw cap. The cap retains its long applicator dau...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Matchbox Case Holder Monogrammed Set of 2
By Cartier
Located in Westport, CT
A vintage set of of mid-century Cartier sterling silver matchbox holders with original match boxes and matches. Each retains its fitted wooden matchbox tray and side striker panel. B...
Sterling Silver
$48Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dm 5.25 in
Vintage Japanese Hoya Rare Crystal Dragon Wine Bottle Coaster New in Box
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Japanese Hoya Crystal Dragon Wine Bottle Coaster with Box. Details: Brand: Hoya Made in: Japan Category: Wine Bottle Coaster/Trinket Dish Mea...
$6,950 / set
H 10.75 in Dm 10.25 in
Antique Georgian Sheffield Plate Wine / Champagne Coolers, T & J Creswick, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine pair of crested Georgian Sheffield Plate campagna-form wine coolers. Made by T. & J. Creswick of Birmingham, England. Each has an engraved armorial crest, reeded ha...
Sheffield Plate
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Miniature Book Pocket Ashtray & Cigarette Rest
Located in Westport, CT
A unique vintage 925 sterling silver pocket ashtray designed as a miniature book, featuring a hinged cover, layered “page” detailing, and a folding cigarette rest that extends from t...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 925 Sterling Silver Pithcer
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver Diameter: 3.00 inches Height: 3.75 inches Weight: 130.75 grams Silver vintage pitcher. The metal was tested and determi...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Renaissance Revival Hearts Goblet Cup solid 835 Silver / 112 gr
Located in SE
Antique Renaissance Revival Norwegian Silver Cup, thick walled, with continuous cast Hearts ornaments, openwork base and well preserved internal g...
Gold Plate, Silver