Profile – Francesca Valentini
Jewellery Specialist
Francesca Valentini has had experience in the jewellery world for over 20 years. Having been immersed at a young age at her family jewellery business in London, Francesca chose to train as a jewellery specialist after university.
Experience
In 2006 she joined Bonhams and latterly Christie’s Auction House, both in their jewellery departments in London. She travelled and worked around the UK as well as other parts of the world, namely Italy, Portugal, New York and Geneva.
Memberships
She is a Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain, having successfully completed her FGA and DGA qualifications and completed a coloured stones course in Basel with The Swiss GemmologicalInstitute, (SSEF).
About
In her spare time Francesca likes to go on holiday! She enjoys cooking for friends, cycling and teaching her children to speak and cook Italian.
Spot-light
Francesca’s favourite piece valued was an incredible gold and enamel necklace, made up of five double-sided medallions, each of fine cloisonne enamel, illustrating various designs of butterflies and birds, including an eagle, a crane and a dragonfly. In researching the piece, she discovered the ‘new age of luxury’ in the second half of the 19th century, a time that saw the popular influence of Japanese art on European styles.
Covering
- London
- Greater London
- East of England
- South East & South West
Profile – Annabell Parry
Jewellery and Watches Specialist
Annabell has worked with international fine jewellery and watch brands for over 27 years. The daughter of an auctioneer and valuer, it was no surprise when she followed the family into the Jewellery industry after leaving University. Since 1995 she has worked with, amongst others, Boodles, Leo De Vroomen, Rolex, Patek Phillipe and Frank Muller, where her work has revolved around certificated gemstones, high end watches, antique and handmade fine jewellery.
Experience
During those 25 years, she attained internationally recognised industry qualifications and affiliations and is a Registered Valuer with both valuing institutes of the United Kingdom. As an established specialist, she enjoys finding forgotten gems and uncovering their family history.
Memberships
- MJVA – Founder member of the Jewellery Valuers Association
- MIRV – Member of the Institute of Registered Valuers
- Treasurer of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain – North West
- Independent Consultant Valuer for selected UK jewellers and Auctioneers
Professional Qualifications
- GA Cert – Gemmology Foundation from Gemmological Association of Great Britain (GEM-A)
- PJ-Dip – Professional Jewellers’ Diploma from National Association of Jewellers (NAG)
- CAT – Certificate of Appraisal Theory from National Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV)
- CPAA – Certified Pearl Specialist with the Cultured Pearl Association of America (Pearls as One)
About
In her spare time, Annabell loves nothing more than taking her Land Rover Defender out, off roading, green laning, and camping.
Spot-light
Annabell’s favourite valued piece was a mourning brooch containing a piece of Benjamin Disraeli’s plaited hair.
Covering
- East Midlands
- West Midlands
- Yorkshire
- North East & North West
