Georgian Medusa Cameo Signet Ring cufflinks jeweller (and Liberal politician) who

jeweller (and Liberal politician) who played an important part in the public life of Southampton

A striking antique silver locket with applied rose gold details

It's exquisitely worked: modelled in platinum throughout and featuring post-Deco scrolls of baguette diamonds

The mount is beautifully detailed

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