Barker & Son also took over and incorporated the company J & G Simms (where he and Richard Groves had learned their trade) in 1855 once both the brothers had died
The chain is fully hallmarked with the maker's mark of Tecnigold
Otherwise the piece remains in a very good condition with only minor scratches commensurate with age
The case is in a completely original condition and as such there are scuffs to the exterior leather and some marking to the interior of some of the drawers from previous use
Collection in person is welcome by prior arrangement
Vintage 9 Carat Gold & Diamond Ring by DS & Co, London, 1981. Size N 1/2. Full Catalogue Barker & Son also tookA stunning vintage 9 carat gold and diamond ring, fully hallmarked '375' (9 carat gold), DS & Co, London, 1981. The ring has a central 0. 10 carat diamond in a cathedral setting, flanked by two 0. 005 carat diamonds either side. The ring shows some light scratches to the gold commensurate with age and one of the prongs is shorter than the other five (please see photographs). Dimensions Ring Size: N 1 2 Weight: 2 grams