{"title":"Black Onyx","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnyx is the parallel banded form of chalcedony. Black onyx was a beloved gem material during the Art Deco era and was commonly used to create bold and geometric colour contrasts. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stewart-dawson-art-deco-black-onyx-diamond-and-white-gold-dress-set-circa-1930","title":"Stewart Dawson Art Deco Black Onyx Diamond and White Gold Dress-Set, Circa 1930","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Art Deco black onyx and diamond dress-set, comprising cufflinks, buttons and collar studs, set with baguette-cut diamonds in the centre, on a rectangle of black onyx, with a row of old-cut diamonds either side, with millegrain edges, mounted in heavily lined white gold, with yellow gold fittings. In a Stewart Dawson \u0026amp; Company fitted box, circa 1930.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eDavid Stewart Dawson (1849 – 6th August 1932), frequently referred to as Stewart Dawson, was an Australian manufacturing jeweller and property tycoon. He was born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. He served his apprenticeship in Dufftown, in Banffshire, then founded a successful retail watchmaking and jewellery business in Liverpool, England, in 1871, after moving there at the age of 22. His business expanded, with shops in most large cities in Great Britain, aided by the slogan \"Who watches the Police?\", after winning a tender to supply watches for the Liverpool Police. Advertising in Australian newspapers brought so much business he decided to move there, emigrating in 1886. He founded the business of Stewart Dawson and Co., in Sydney and soon had branches in Melbourne, and Auckland and Dunedin in New Zealand as well as Regent Street, in London. After making the company a limited liability company in 1907, Dawson sold the company, in 1931, to RHO Hills department store (now House of Fraser). The resulting company operated until around 1935. Today Stewart Dawson is owned by New Zealand-Australian retail company the James Pascoe Group, acting as the group's luxury jeweller in New Zealand. The Stewart Dawson's brand is no longer in used in Australia, however thirteen stores remain across New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003eWith thanks to Wikipedia\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797257371978,"sku":"11907CL2","price":19000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/stewart-dawson-art-deco-black-onyx-diamond-and-white-gold-dress-set-circa-1930_47d41bde-b9c3-461a-aa54-b69dbfb9ded7.jpg?v=1791140697"},{"product_id":"modern-diamond-rock-crystal-black-onyx-and-white-gold-cufflinks","title":"Modern Diamond Rock Crystal Black Onyx and White Gold Cufflinks","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of modern black onyx, rock crystal and diamond cufflinks, with a round brilliant-cut diamond set in the centre, in a rub over setting, encircled with black onyx, on domed, carved, reeded rock crystal, with an octagonal border of black onyx, mounted in white gold, stamped 18K.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797260878154,"sku":"29108CL4","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/modern-diamond-rock-crystal-black-onyx-and-white-gold-cufflinks_ea598292-9d04-44f4-ac55-83699bddee64.jpg?v=1791140730"},{"product_id":"art-deco-ruby-black-onyx-and-platinum-cufflinks-circa-1930","title":"Art Deco Ruby, Black Onyx and Platinum Cufflinks, Circa 1930","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of French, Art Deco, black onyx and ruby cufflinks, mounted in platinum, with square-cut rubies, in heavy, platinum, square settings, within discs of black onyx, in platinum surrounds, with French dog marks for platinum and numbered 25, with inventory marks, circa 1930.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797291516234,"sku":"141113CL","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/art-deco-ruby-black-onyx-and-platinum-cufflinks-circa-1930_88e01ddf-a859-4b0f-91e0-1d24b41062e5.jpg?v=1791141171"},{"product_id":"vintage-weingrill-black-onyx-diamond-and-gold-dress-set-circa-1960","title":"Vintage Weingrill Black Onyx, Diamond and Gold Dress-Set, Circa 1960","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Weingrill black onyx and diamond dress-set, set with black onyx and a diamond in each plate, in a square shape with cut corners, mounted in 18ct yellow gold, signed Weingrill, stamped 750, with an Italian mark * 15 VR. Please note one stud has been plated white gold, circa 1960.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCarlo Weingrill (b.1856-d.1924) established the company in 1879. He was born in Verona, Italy. At the age of eleven, he began his apprenticeship in a goldsmith’s shop. Upon completing his training at the age of 22, he decided to open his own factory.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCarlo Weingrill’s goal was to make the finest 18ct gold jewels, using the highest quality materials, with exceptional craftsmanship. Every piece was handmade, using traditional artisan techniques, eschewing the use of machines, designed to be worn and enjoyed regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn Italy, a craftsman could become a goldsmith after apprenticing for two years, At Weingrill, apprenticeships lasted seven years.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor Weingrill, gold has always been king of metals for jewellery. Diamonds and coloured gemstones were employed sparingly. From the 1900s to the 1940s, Weingrill was recognised for its curving, Art Nouveau, floral motifs and the geometric shapes of the Art Deco period. These styles inspired pieces designed decades later, with the company’s refusal to embrace current fads instead of gathering inspiration from Weingrill’s original moulds.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe business flourished, and Carlo brought his two sons, Armando and Gastone, into the business. They took over when Carlo died and grew the small artisan concern into a major player in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 15 VR mark was originally registered on 8th July, 1935\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn time the quality of Weingrill’s jewels would attract the attention of some of the biggest names in 20th century fine jewellery. They made the classic Trinity bangles for Cartier, for Tiffany they made a variety of gold cuffs and bracelets and most famously they created the tubogas bracelets, necklaces and rings for Bulgari, although the invention of the design is ascribed to the French manufacturer Auguste Lion, in 1863\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eArmando Weingrill died in 1959. The company was then run by Gastone, until his death, in 1977.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe registration was updated on 26th March, 1968, to Weingrill Carlo S.p.A., Via Filopanti 2A, Verona. This information was entered by Gastone Weingrill.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eArmando’s daughter, Paola Weingrill, was the next in line to take on the business, becoming chief executive officer. Paola trained her son, Carlofilippo Mensi Weingrill, to assume the reins of the company upon her retirement. Carlofilippo is now leads firm, representing the fourth generation to head the house.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:8.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;\"\u003eWith thanks to Trev. at 925-1000 forum\u003c\/span\u003e and Wilsons\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797291745610,"sku":"17214CL","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/vintage-weingrill-black-onyx-diamond-and-gold-dress-set-circa-1960_8cf9b697-024a-4f68-bc41-eccaf53e512f.jpg?v=1791141179"},{"product_id":"art-deco-coral-black-onyx-diamond-and-platinum-cufflinks-circa-1930","title":"Art Deco Coral, Black Onyx, Diamond and Platinum Cufflinks, Circa 1930","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of Art Deco, coral, black onyx and diamond cufflinks, with a diamond set in the centre of three, diagonally set, black onyx squares in a square geometric design, with coral right angles, mounted in platinum, with scrolling engraved sides, on belcher chain links, USA, circa 1930.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797295317322,"sku":"S2215CL","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/art-deco-coral-black-onyx-diamond-and-platinum-cufflinks-circa-1930_6bebeff5-5c1b-400c-9b17-21eebf3867a0.jpg?v=1791141227"},{"product_id":"carved-rock-crystal-diamond-and-black-onyx-necklace","title":"Carved Rock Crystal, Diamond and Black Onyx Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA carved rock crystal bead necklace, with black onyx rondelles, with an 18ct white gold pavé set black and white diamond ball clasp. Length approximately 33 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797301248330,"sku":"S81015N3","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/carved-rock-crystal-diamond-and-black-onyx-necklace_83cec0b4-ef13-4d0e-8af8-6fb563e5cc69.jpg?v=1791141415"},{"product_id":"carved-rock-crystal-and-black-onyx-necklace","title":"Carved Rock Crystal and Black Onyx Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eA carved rock crystal and black onyx rondelle bead necklace, sixty-one carved rock crystal beads measuring approximately 13-14mm each, separated by black onyx rondelle beads, in a repeating pattern, with an 18ct white gold pavé set diamond ball clasp. Length approximately 84cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797301412170,"sku":"S81015N2","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/carved-rock-crystal-and-black-onyx-necklace.jpg?v=1791141424"},{"product_id":"frosted-rainbow-moonstone-and-black-onyx-dress-set","title":"Frosted Rainbow Moonstone and Black Onyx Dress-Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eA frosted rainbow moonstone and black onyx dress-set, comprising of a pair of cufflinks and three studs, with rub-over set diamonds in the centres, surrounded by domed frosted rainbow moonstone, set in octagonal black onyx, with yellow gold fittings, circa 1935.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797312160074,"sku":"S21217CL","price":5800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/frosted-rainbow-moonstone-and-black-onyx-dress-set_c2cde8f1-bf40-45e6-ac69-5dc806eb26cc.jpg?v=1791141633"},{"product_id":"tiffany-schlumberger-black-onyx-turquoise-and-gold-cufflinks-circa-1960","title":"Tiffany Schlumberger Black Onyx, Turquoise and Gold Cufflinks, Circa 1960","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. black onyx and turquoise cufflinks, with turquoise studded black onyx spheres, on 18ct gold, signed Schlumberger and Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., stamped 18K, circa 1960.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tiffany \u0026 Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797352005962,"sku":"S18219CL","price":5350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/tiffany-schlumberger-black-onyx-turquoise-and-gold-cufflinks-circa-1960_ccdbf1e5-13ab-43f2-86cd-a984b4ad6fd2.jpg?v=1791141852"},{"product_id":"french-art-deco-diamond-coral-black-onyx-and-platinum-brooch-circa-1935-1-02-carats","title":"French Art Deco Diamond Coral Black Onyx and Platinum Brooch, Circa 1935, 1.02 Carats","description":"\u003cp\u003eA French Art Deco diamond, coral, black onyx and platinum brooch, with an open, circular centre, set with buff top black onyx, in a channel setting, with bow wings, grain set with eight-cut, old-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds, buff top red coral and buff top black onyx, in channel and rub over settings, mounted in platinum, with millegrain edges, and open sided gallery and a pin and trombone safety catch, numbered 186, with a French dog head mark for platinum, circa 1935. The estimated total diamond weight is 1.02 carats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moira Fine Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63797465055562,"sku":"S26523B","price":11500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/8026\/7850\/files\/french-art-deco-diamond-coral-black-onyx-and-platinum-brooch-circa-1935-1-02-carats.jpg?v=1791142704"},{"product_id":"art-deco-spaulding-co-diamond-black-onyx-and-platinum-butterfly-choker-circa-1925","title":"Art Deco Spaulding \u0026 Co. Diamond Black Onyx and Platinum Butterfly Choker, Circa 1925","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003eAn Art Deco butterfly choker, by Spaulding \u0026amp; Co, with a central butterfly, with open wings, flanked by two butterflies, with closed wings, on sliding fittings to adjust their position, set with eight-cut diamonds, with a round brilliant-cut diamond in the thorax of the centre butterfly and Edwardian-cut diamonds in the thoraxes of the flanking diamonds, the wing edges are channel set with French cut calibré black onyx, mounted in platinum, with an eight-cut diamond set platinum box clasp, on a velvet choker, signed Spaulding \u0026amp; Co., made in Chicago, USA, circa 1925.\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:11pt;line-height:15.6933px;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"\u003eSpaulding \u0026amp; Co. was founded by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;\"\u003eHenry Abiram Spaulding, born 1837, in Chicago, USA, in 1888. For a detailed biography, written in 1894 please see the link below:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.925-1000.com\/forum\/viewtopic.php?t=31329\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.925-1000.com\/forum\/viewtopic.php?t=31329\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e, \u003cp class=\"MsoPlainText\"\u003eIn 1929 Spaulding \u0026amp; Co. 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