Adam's THE JEWELLERY BOX - Online Auction 15th June 2023

48 201 A PINK TOURMALINE RING, BY JOHN LEWIS, The raised mount set with an asscher-cut pink tourmaline, within a scrolled wire mount and ring shank, mounted in platinum, ring size J. € 500 - 700 200 A GOLD BANGLE, BY JOHN LEWIS, The slim strap of hammered texture design, mounted in gold, inner circumference approximately 18cm. * This lot is sold without a reserve € 150 - 250 199 A BANGLE, BY JOHN LEWIS, Of polished strap design, mounted in gold, inner circumference approximately 17.5cm. € 500 - 700 198 A BANGLE, BY JOHN LEWIS, Of polished strap design, mounted in gold, inner circumference approximately 17.5cm. * This lot is sold without a reserve € 400 - 600 197 A SILVER RING, BY JOHN LEWIS, the centre plaque with abstract textured silver motif, to a polished silver hoop, in silver, with maker’s mark, ring size O½ * This lot is sold without a reserve € 20 - 30 196 THREE SILVER RINGS, BY JOHN LEWIS, Each ring with similar ornament detail, mounted in silver, ring sizes M, S and U½ * This lot is sold without a reserve € 60 - 80 195 A PAIR OF TOURMALINE AND GOLD PENDENT EARRINGS, BY JOHN LEWIS, each composed of a trio of rough tourmalines accented with gold wirework, length 6cm * This lot is sold without a reserve € 80 - 100 202 A RUBY AND DIAMOND RING, BY JOHN LEWIS, Of abstract design, the broad band set with rectangular-shaped rubies, circular-cut and baguette diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, maker’s mark, ring size P. € 500 - 700 John Lewis began his career as a silversmith designing unique and original pieces of jewellery. As his success grew, he started to work with other materials, namely gold and precious stones. With his wife Louise, they built a thriving company, she looked after the business side and John focused solely on the creative output. Their store on Newbury Street in Boston, one of the most fashionable areas in the city, located in a 19th century brownstone building, shared the street with other well-known brands including Armani, Laura Ashley and Pierre Deux. He became very well-known for his iconic loop necklaces and bracelets, examples of which we can see in this auction. The simple yet elegant design was an instant success and worn by famous clients who enjoyed the expert craftsmanship and beauty of the jewellery. His work does not come often on the auction market, and this is rare opportunity for collectors to obtain one of his unique designs.