A classic piece of jewellery originating from 1800’s pocket watches. A long T shaped bar was used to hold pocket watches in place by treading the long arms through a buttonhole. After wrist watches gained popularity these watch chains began to be won as necklaces.
Table cut
A style of gem cutting with a flat top.
Target ring
An Art Deco style of ring that are designed with the pattern of a target or bullseye. A central stone is encircled by smaller stones of a different colour.
Tiara
A jewelled head ornament which does not encircle the entire head but perches on top with decorations to the front.
Tincture
The colour of a coat of arms used in heraldry.
Toi et moi
Meaning ‘ you and me’ in french. This style of ring comprises two gemstones sitting side by side on a band representing the meeting of two lovers. The style originates in 1796 when Napoleon Bonapart proposed to Josephine de Beauharanis with the first Toi et Moi ring.
Torc
A metal collar or neck ring worn in Bronze and Iron age Europe.
Torsade
Decorative twist made of multiple strands.
Tourbillon
Swirl. A style of ring where the shoulders of the ring twist around a central stone.
Trinity ring
Originally invented by Cartier in 1924, a trinity ring consists of 3 interwoven rings. It is meant to symbolise fidelity, friendship and love.
About Cookies
This site uses cookies to store information on your computer. See our cookie policy for further details on how to block cookies.
Analytical cookies for us to better craft the user experience based on your page view experiences.