The sun is back and we're all dreaming of swanning about in out frilly dresses this summer. Why not pair your dainty dresses with some of our exquisite Vintage Design jewellery - we think it's perfect fit for those summer soirées that are bound to be coming our way. You can of course come see them in person - simply click here to book an appointment.

 Turandot Earrings by Brigitte Adolph at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin irelandVintage chandelier earrings in platinum with pearl at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

It might seem an unusual addition to our contemporary jewellery collection, but if you think about it it actually makes perfect sense! As we scour the world looking for the best contemporary jewellery design, we often come across exquisite pieces from times gone by - avant-garde designs in their day, but as we soon discovered no less relevant today.

Wide Grey Diamond and Red Tourmaline statement ring by Barbara Bertagnolli at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland  Emerald and diamond ring from our vintage at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin ireland

We simply love seeing the exquisite craftsmanship and changing design ideas across different periods. It is wonderful to see how advances in technology, but also societal and cultural changes put their stamp on jewellery design over the years. It puts history in an entirely new light and it is fascinating to see the connection between the vintage originals and our current contemporary jewellery collection.

Bird brooch by Jane Moore at designyard contemporary jewellery gallery dublin irelandRooster brooch from our vintage collection

February 09, 2024 — Nicole van der Wolf