Sheldon Shapiro is a second generation Dealer, growing up in a privileged environment of a family of Dealers, Father, Mother, and Uncle; starting in the 1950's to present day spanning nearly seventy years. Specialising in Fine Vintage Antique Jewellery, Silver & Objects D'Art. SHAPIRO & Co is a family run business.
Fine Jewellery
D-colour diamonds, representing the pinnacle of colourlessness in the diamond grading scale, were established by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in the 1950s as part of a standardised...
Fine Jewellery
The emerald cut diamond's history begins with its adaptation from the table cut, which was originally developed for cutting emerald gemstones in the 1500s. This cut was chosen for emeralds to reduce...
Fine Jewellery
Peridot, a vibrant green gemstone, has a rich history spanning thousands of years, with its origins linked to ancient civiliazations and folklore. It was prized by the Ancient Egyptians, who mined it...
Fine Jewellery
Burmese rubies have adorned royal regalia throughout history, including the Mughal Empire in India and various European crowns. They are still highly valued by collectors today, particularly for their...
Fine Jewellery
Thai rubies, known for their vibrant colour and high clarity, have a history dating back centuries, with mentions appearing in Chinese accounts in the 15th century and European reports in the 17th...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Designer Jewellery
Q: Is Georg Jensen valuable?...
Fine Jewellery
The first known emerald mines were in Egypt, dating back to at least 330 BC...
Fine Jewellery
The history of aquamarine is linked to the sea, with ancient mariners using it for protection and good fortune. It's also been associated with mermaids, and is the birthstone for March....
Fine Jewellery
Certification of the Yellow Diamond is in Progress...
Fine Jewellery
Q:Are orange sapphires rare?...
Fine Jewellery
The exact date of Pink Sapphires discovery is unknown, but they were once mistaken for garnets...
Fine Jewellery
LILLY SHAPIRO is a jewellery brand name...
Fine Jewellery
- The earliest references to aquamarine are from Greek, Roman, Egyptian, and Sumerian writings that date back at least 3,000 years. ...
Fine Jewellery
The marquise cut diamond originated in Paris in the 18th century when King Louis XV commissioned a jeweller to create a diamond that resembled his mistress's lips. The cut's name comes from the French...
Fine Jewellery
The emerald cut diamond originated in the 1500s as a way to cut emeralds without chipping them. The cut's popularity increased during the Art Deco era of the 1920s and 1930s. Today, emerald cut...
Fine Jewellery
Single stone rings, also known as solitaire rings, have been used to symbolise marriage for thousands of years....
Fine Jewellery
The square emerald cut diamond, also known as the emerald cut, originated in the 1500s and has been a popular diamond shape for over 700 years. The cut was originally used for emeralds, but diamond...
Fine Jewellery
Rubies have been valued for centuries and have been used in jewellery, religious ceremonies, and as a symbol of passion and love....
Fine Jewellery
Old cut diamonds are antique diamonds that were cut by hand before modern machines were invented. They are also known as "old mine cut". Diamond cutters used their eyes and other diamonds as cutting...
