Elizabeth Gage: Jewellery as Legacy, Imagination as Craft
It began with a ring that didn’t exist.
In the early 1960s, while studying fine art in London, Elizabeth Gage set out to find a piece of jewellery that matched her vision—bold, symbolic, soulful. It was in the British Museum, amongst ancient Roman rings, that she discovered her inspiration. That encounter led her not to a jeweller’s counter, but to a bench. Elizabeth Gage turned her back on finishing school to pursue the path of an artist, a bold decision that led to a legacy of extraordinary jewellery, where gold, gemstones, and history are woven into timeless works of wearable art. She left her art studies and enrolled at Sir John Cass College to learn the goldsmith’s craft—an audacious and unconventional path for a woman at that time.
It was there that she began to shape a design philosophy unlike any other: jewellery as storytelling—rooted in history, sculpted by hand, imagined without boundaries.
A Pioneer in the World of High Jewellery
In 1964, Elizabeth Gage established her eponymous house—not to follow convention, but to redefine it. At a time when fine jewellery was restrained and formulaic, her pieces spoke with a new voice: one of mythology, manuscripts, architecture, and antiquity, all interwoven with uncompromising technical mastery and vivid imagination.
Her jewels were sculptural, symbolic, and fearless. They did not whisper; they declared. As The New York Times wrote, “Her jewellery spoke to women who wanted more—strength, originality, storytelling.” Elizabeth offered not just luxury, but identity.
Crafted in Britain, Rooted in Antiquity
Elizabeth’s devotion to enduring beauty led her to Crete, where she studied ancient goldsmithing techniques still echoed in her work today. Every piece is handcrafted in the UK by master artisans, many of whom have been part of the atelier for decades.
Using 18ct gold, custom-cut gemstones, vibrant enamel, and rare intaglios and antique coins, Elizabeth’s jewels are have become recognised as wearable art. Timeless and tactile, each one carries the mark of beauty and centuries-old tradition.
A Legacy Etched in Stone and Story
Elizabeth Gage’s creations have adorned some of the most influential women of the past century – Jackie Onassis, Lauren Bacall, Tina Turner, Cher, and Rihanna, to name only a few.
Her work is held in the permanent collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, and in 2017, she was awarded an MBE for her contributions to British craftsmanship and jewellery design.
A Modern Heritage House
Elizabeth Gage remains an independent British house. Her vision endures not only in the archive but in every piece made today – from bold statement rings to bespoke wedding bands, from narrative necklaces to miniature portrait commissions. This is jewellery made for those who seek individuality, not uniformity – for those who understand that true luxury is personal.
A Tradition of Giving, A Legacy of Meaning
For generations, Elizabeth Gage jewellery has been chosen to mark life’s most meaningful milestones: graduations, career triumphs, engagements, anniversaries, and legacies passed from parent to child. Each jewel becomes a personal artefact—infused with story, sentiment, and soul.
To wear Elizabeth Gage is to belong to a tradition of discerning collectors, where jewellery is not just adorned, but inherited.
An Invitation to Discover
Today, the house of Elizabeth Gage continues under her original values: quiet exclusivity, impeccable artistry, and the belief that true luxury lies in individuality. Every piece is designed and made in Britain, by hand, by the same loyal team of craftsmen who have been part of her atelier for generations.
For those seeking the ultimate expression of personal luxury — jewellery that becomes legacy — Elizabeth Gage remains the singular choice.
Elizabeth’s Awards
