1960s London Bus Charm

1960s London Bus CharmA heavy, vintage gold charm modelled after one of London's iconic Routemaster buses. The number 17 to be specific. With their characteristic cut out front and the hop on hop off door at the back, Routemasters populated London's bus network for nearly 50 years from their introduction in February 1956 to retirement from regular service in 2005 (although two heritage routes continued using them as recently as 2019). From Wikipedia: "A pioneering design,

blood-red garnet and features intricate applied goldwork around the band - granulated motifs and ropework inspired by ancient jewellery unearthed (and replicated) by the Castellani Firm

a bombé ring that's reached its ultimate

Stones: Rock Crystal

intended to be worn as an engagement ring

J’y reste’ - ‘Here I am

The head is set with tiered halos of blue sapphires

8ct pinkish-red star ruby (natural)

An unusual masonic fob pendant dating from the late Victorian period

Gorgeous antique Day-to-Night earrings dating from the early Victorian period

no evidence of heat treatment) and Single Cut Diamonds (1

the sides of the gallery are deeply engraved with swirling scroll motifs that go on to form the prongs securing the stones in place

Stone: Brilliant Cut Diamond