www.bickertonjewellery.com - Hand-made commission of the week

FEATURE OF THE WEEK

Each week this page will feature a new piece of jewellery that we are currently making. It may be a piece which we shall be putting into stock in our retail shop because we have come across a particularly nice stone, or have just been experimenting with new designs. Or we may feature a bespoke piece made to a customer's specification which we have enjoyed making. Please scroll down the page to see past weekly features.


	Friday 17th February 2012 18ct white gold diamond engagement ring handmade by our craftsmen at Bickertons'. This piece is a one off Bickerton special and has a semi-crossover diamond rub over set weighing 0.30cts. A beautiful, unique diamond solitaire ring.

Saturday 11th February 2012:

Pictured is a 9 carat yellow gold pearl and diamond ring. Tahitian pearls are natural pearls sourced from Tahiti and the diamondswere previously owned by the customer. She had no ideas of how she wanted to use the diamonds, she just knew she wanted pearl. Here at Bickertons we designed several different pieces and this is the result. From never wearing the diamonds she now wears this ring every day and loves it! She has since bought matching earrings and pendant. A beautifully eye-catching, every day set of jewellery.

Tuesday 31st January 2012:

A handmade engagement, wedding and eternity ring set in 18ct white gold using pavee set diamonds weighing 1.04cts the set with 2 larger diamonds weighing 0.20cts each. Bickertons firstly handmade the engagement ring according to a photo the customers had found on the internet and subsequently have handmade wedding and eternity rings to fit next to this unusual engagement ring. The rings were made first in silver to assure that the customer was sure of the design and she now loves them!

Saturday 28th January 2012:

Pictured is a 9 carat yellow gold wedding band handmade to a customer's specifications from a picture from the internet. The ring is 6mm wide and has handcarved flowers cut out of the metal. It is then engraved and polish finished. This ring can be done with diamonds set in the petals or in the centre of the flower. It is a beautiful stand alone wedding ring or can be handmade to fit with an engagement ring

Tuesday 24th January 2012:

Pictured is a beautifully handcrafted amethyst and diamond 3 stone ring set in 9 carat white gold to a customer's design. Modern, fashionable and art-deco in design, this ring could be a relatively cheap engagement or dress ring being priced at under £1000. Amethysts are a beautiful deep purple colour and the two diamonds (colour H clarity VS1) set the ring off perfectly. Eye catching and handmade, this ring can be made with any centre coloured stone/diamonds.

Saturday January 21st
18ct yellow gold engagement ring and matching shaped wedding ring. The couple who ordered these rings for special commission were replacing a lost original engagement ring of which they had a picture. Bickertons are able to handmake any piece of jewellery and therefore were able to handmake an exact replica of the original using a 0.50ct diamond of colour G clarity VS1. Following this, Bickertons drew down many designs for the couple who took them away to have a think. Having decided on one of the designs, Bickertons then handmade the wedding ring in silver first, marking the site of the diamonds so that the customers could make any design changes they wished before the final piece was handmade. We then handmade in 18ct yellow gold using diamonds to match the engagement ring of 0.10ct each. Together, the engagement ring and wedding ring compliment each other perfectly, and the engagement ring is an exact replica of the original. Bickertons will be happy to quote to remake any lost/stolen jewellery and, along with pictures etc, will be able to handmake an exact replica.

Saturday 14th January:

9 carat yellow gold handmade blue and pink sapphire pendant. A customer came to the shop looking for inspiration for a piece of one off jewellery she wanted hand made. Our craftsmen at Bickerton's were able to design several pieces for her, of which she chose the pictured design. We then made it up in silver without the stones being set just so the customer could check it was exactly what she was thinking. This is the finished product. A beautiful, one off piece of jewellery exactly to her specifications which she can wear everyday.

Saturday 7th January:

Here at Bickerton's, we handmake pieces of jewellery to customer's specifications. Our craftsmen designed this pendant for a customer, made it up in silver for her to view and then proceeded in making this piece. Using an amethyst weighing 2.3cts and grain set diamonds weighing approximately 0.45cts with a larger diamond weighing 0.33cts alone. This piece is set in 9ct white gold meaning it is a hard-wearing, elegant and eye-catching piece.


	Thursday 22nd December: On the birth of our daughters, their grandparents bought them a 0.60ct diamond, colour H clarity VS1. On their 18th Birthday, they designed their own ring using the diamond and pictured are the rings designed. Beautifully handmade, these rings are sentimental and never come off their fingers!

Thursday 15th December
Turquoise is the birthstone of December so, when our customer came in to the shop looking for gift ideas, our craftsmen showed them items in stock and drew down designs for the customer to look at based around the turquoise theme to fit in with the birthstone.
This pendant is set in 9 carat yellow gold and has a 0.10ct diamond above the turquoise.
The matching earrings are detachable diamond studs weighing 0.25cts the pair with bases set in 9 carat yellow gold. Having removable bases means that the diamond studs can be worn with or without the bases.
A versatile idea thought up by Bickertons. A beautiful hand-crafted set of jewellery.


	Friday 9th December 2011: A customer bought her old diamonds in to Bickerton's and the craftsmen then drew down a few designs for her to choose from. This is the finished product, using 18ct white gold and the customer's own diamonds this piece is beautifully designer.

Friday 2nd December:

A customer bought in her Mother's solitaire diamond ring and a tanzanite she had bought whilst on holiday abroad. Our craftsmen designed an array of pendants, rings and bangles for her to choose from. Pictured is the design she chose and the final product: a beautiful diamond and tanzanite pendant set in 18ct white gold.

At Bickerton's, we can remodel, design and handmake jewellery to a customer's specification. This is the perfect way of utilising all your old gold, stones and jewellery and making it into one, fashionable, wearable piece of eyecatching jewellery.


	25th November: Beautifully handcrafted 18 carat white gold 2 stone ring using diamonds weighing 0.38cts colour HVS2. This piece can be handmade using coloured stones such as sapphires or other precious stones and is a perfect one off piece. This could be worn as an engagement ring or simply a dress ring. Stylish and wearable.

Friday 18th November:

18ct white gold pink sapphire and diamond 3 stone ring. Set in 18ct white gold, the pink sapphire weighs 1.37cts and the two pear shape diamonds weigh 0.28cts the pair. This ring has been handmade to the customer's specifications, using diamonds graded colour H and VS1. This ring could make the perfect engagement ring and is beautifully handmade using the finest stones and British gold.


	Friday 11th November: This ring has a golden topaz weighing 0.95cts with two round cut diamonds either side weighing 0.31cts. Set in 18ct yellow gold, this bespoke ring would be the perfect Golden Anniversary present or could be an elegant engagement ring.

Friday 4th November 2011:

Pictured is a pink and white diamond ring. Pink diamonds are very rare and when a customer enquired about having something handmade by us here at Bickertons using a pink diamond we bought in a selection for the customer to choose from. Having chosen the pink diamond they wanted from the selection, the customer then found a design on the internet similar to what they wanted and our craftsmen at Bickertons were then able to design a ring to the customer's specifications. The end result is a beautifully hand-made ring using pink and white diamonds set in platinum and handmade to the customer's desire.


	Friday 28th October: 3 stone sapphire ring set in 9 carat white gold. Using a yellow, blue and pink sapphire, this ring has been handmade to a customer's specification and designed by one of our craftsmen according to the customer's wishes and is an amazingly eye-catching piece



Friday 21st October: A Platinum 5mm ring with trilliant rubies and round diamonds off set into band. The customer came in to the shop with her Mother's old wedding ring. We redesigned the ring using the platinum and stones from her Mother's ring and remodelled it into this fascinating, eye-catching piece. We frequently remodel jewellery into something more wearable and special.

Friday 7th October:

Featured is a beautiful set of ruby and diamond jewellery set in 9 carat yellow gold. The customer started with the ruby ring which was handmade by us to her specifications. Then she decided she wanted a pendant to match so our craftsmen drew out a few different designs and she chose the one pictured. Earrings and bangle followed and now the customer wears them day to day and can dress the jewellery set up or down. A beautifully simple set of jewellery.

Friday 14th October:

'Lord of the Rings' replica rings. Handmade in 9 carat yellow gold and hand-engraved using elvish text from the books and films, these rings are one off items made for a set of customers to wear as wedding rings. We made a gent's and lady's version mock-up in silver to make sure the design and text was correct and then handmade them in 9 carat yellow gold. These rings can be handmade in any metal and are an interesting one-off piece.

Friday 30th September:

Here at Bickerton's we regularly remodel and refashion customer's old jewellery using their gold and stones to create a piece of jewellery which the owner can be proud to wear. Whether it is your Mother's old wedding ring you wish to have remodelled into something more wearable or you simply fancy a change, the craftsmen at Bickerton's would be happy to assist in redesigning a piece for you. This ring is a diamond cluster using 3 larger diamonds which were already owned by the customer. We supplied 6 smaller diamonds and the gold to set the diamonds in. This is a beautiful piece, and by using old stones the customer not only saved money but also kept that sentimental jewellery with her.

Thursday 22nd September:

Beautifully handmade sapphire and diamond pendant in 9 carat yellow and white gold. Sapphire weighing approximately 1.40 cts with diamond weighing approximately 0.25cts. This piece can be made using any stones and is a lovely day to day piece but is always eye catching.


Saturday 17th September: Pictured is a beautifully hand-crafted opal and diamond bangle. Set in 9 carat yellow gold, the 9 Australian opals weigh 3.60cts the set and the 24 round diamonds weigh 0.34cts the set. This bangle can be made with any stone although these opals are beautiful and alter colour depending on the light and setting. A beautiful, eye-catching one off piece.

Saturday 3rd September:

Pictured is a beautifully hand-crafted ruby and diamond pendant made to the customer's specifications. The customer bought in a design pictured on the internet and here at Bickerton's we were able to design and make the perfect piece for the customer. Using a ruby of 0.42carats and 42 diamonds, this piece is an eye-catching one off. This piece can be made in any coloured stone and is a beautiful item.



Thursday 25th August: Beautifully hand-crafted 9 carat yellow gold pendant with pink tourmaline and diamond. This piece was designed by Bickerton's and can be hand-made with a variety of stones and metals. This piece is beautiful in amethyst as well and is the perfect Gold Wedding Anniversary present when made with golden topaz. We can also hand-make matching earrings, bangles, bracelets and rings so this piece can be the start of a fabulous collection.



Thursday 18th August: Here at Bickerton's, we handmake the majority of jewellery in our show room and employ only the best, skilled workmen in the Jewellery Quarter. Above is a picture of a Rampant Lion family crest ring. If you have a family crest and would like it hand-engraved onto one of Bickerton's handmade seal style signet rings then just pop into our showroom and one of our craftsmen would be happy to discuss your ideas. These family crest rings can be made in any metal with any stones the customer wishes.

Thursday 10th August:

A beautifully hand made 18 carat yellow gold 'art deco' style ring made to customer's specifications. She is a long-standing customer who has recently moved to Australia and yet won't get her jewellery anywhere else!! Made using emeralds and diamonds, this is a stunning piece.



4th August 2011: Handmade 18 carat white gold green tourmaline and diamond ring. Green tourmaline weighs 2.75 carats and diamonds 0.55cts the set. This beautiful ring has been designed and handmade this week for a customer to her specifications to be worn as an engagement ring and is sure to get glances wherever she goes! This ring can be re-designed and made with different stones or metal and is a timelessly classic style.



July 30th: This beautifully handmade, eyecatching 18ct white gold aquamarine and diamond dress ring can be made using any metal/ stones and is 'art deco' in style. This ring can be worn either as a dress ring or as an engagement ring.

Thursday July 21st:

Handmade 9carat yellow gold cufflinks with 0.10ct diamond set in each cufflink. These are the perfect present for a Birthday or best-man and can be made with different stones/metals. These cuffli nks hav been made with solid swivel backs but can be made with the more traditional chain backs to them. Cufflinks are the perfect gift for any man and can be worn day in day out. Being handmade just makes them that little bit more special.



16th July 2011 We initially designed this ring for a family member as her wedding ring. It turned out so well that we now stock this design in our shop and take orders from it. Pictured here the ring is made from 18ct white gold and is set with round and baguette diamonds weighing 0.62cts in total. We have also made this ring in yellow gold, and with coloured stones as an eternity ring.

10th July 2011
At Bickerton Jewellery, we specialise in pearls, and in particular in Tahitian Pearls. Tahitian Pearls occur naturally within the South Seas, and it is the greyness of the sands on the sea bed which give Tahitian Pearls their unique colour.
We carry a large selection of Tahitian Pearls in stock, both as pearl strings and as individual pendants and earrings. We also have a selection of loose Tahitian Pearls which can be made up into any design to make a unique piece of jewellery.
This Tahitian Pearl has been mounted in 9ct gold with a single diamond. The beauty of Tahitian Pearls is in their simplicity, and we are always happy to discuss your ideas for a uniquely designed piece.


	16th June 2011 When our daughter, Melissa turned 18, she wanted an amethyst and diamond ring for her birthday. She already had the centre diamond which had been given to her by her grandmother, so she picked 2 pear shaped amethysts to sit either side of the diamond. We made it in 18ct white gold for her, and she loves it! It never comes off her finger!


9th June 2011 18ct white gold wedding ring made to order. Our customer saw a ring in our shop which she liked, but wanted to modify it and add more diamonds. Her design incorporated 15 larger diamonds, rubover set and weighing 1.50cts in total, and 100 smaller diamonds, grain set and weighing 1.40cts in total. This gave a total diamond weight of 2.90cts.

2nd June 2011

At the end of May we made this 18ct gold opal and diamond pendant for a customer. The black opal, mined from Lightening Ridge in Australia weighs 3.66cts and measures 12.2mm x 9.3mm. The diamond weighs 0.06cts. All the stones are rubover set, and the pendant took us 3 weeks to handmake in our own workshop.