First World War soldiers faced terrible dangers. One way to manage this was through lucky jewellery and amulets – a small but important form of comfort.
In 1912, Reginald Pearson made a set of jewellery as an engagement gift for Arthur Jones. The first World War took his life and that of his friend in dramatically different directions.
Paris was liberated from Nazi occupation 80 years ago this year. Surprising and beautiful jewellery made to celebrate this continues to send a message of jubilation.