CLASSY VINTAGE
THE AUCTION HOUSE: Fellows, Birmingham THE LOTS: Two rings by Andrew Grima sold on 11th October THE PRICE: £17,863 in total (est £1,800-£9,000)
Top antique and vintage jewellery is Fellows’ specialism and highlights included two striking rings by Andrew Grima, jeweller to the stars in the 1970s. Nicola Whi!aker of Fellows says, ‘Signed pieces are always popular and we’re seeing increasing interest in British jewellery of the 1960s and 70s. These rings were part of a single- owner collection of Seventies jewellery and were distinctively Grima in style and workmanship.’ Fierce bidding resulted in the gold and diamond dress ring making £"#,$"%, with the gold and sapphire cluster ring coming in at £$,"&'.