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Andrew Grima diamond earrings and Rolex GMT-Master 1675 in Lichfield auction
July 31st, 2025

Sale date Monday 18th August
TWO iconic examples of 20th century design are amongst the treasures going for auction in Lichfield soon.
A pair of diamond earrings crafted by legendary jewellery designer Andrew Grima and a rare solid gold Rolex are set to be sold at The Lichfield Auction Centre by Richard Winterton Auctioneers on Monday, August 18.
The boxed pair of 18ct white gold diamond-set Grima London floral cluster earrings, pictured above, date back to 1983, have an estimated total diamond weight of 3.60ct and a starting guide of £2,800.
Widely regarded as the father of modern jewellery, Andrew Grima was born in Rome in 1921 and grew up in London.
By the mid-1960s he had become the society jeweller of the day, with numerous commissions for Royalty.
Head of jewellery Lisa Spence said: “Grima changed how people all over the world perceive jewellery.
“He’s one of the great modernist jewellery designers of the 20th century, with signature styles incorporating bold, organic forms frequently mimicking natural shapes.
“His achievements are all the more remarkable as he was self-taught in the trade.”
Grima, who died in 2007 aged 86, won the De Beers Diamonds International Award – regarded as the Oscars of jewellery design – a record 11 times and his work can be seen in the collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths.
“The pair of earrings going to auction on August 18 are in very good condition with nice, bright, lively diamonds,” added Lisa.
“Each earring is set to the centre with seven round brilliant cut and old cut diamonds, each in a four-claw setting, to the surround of single cut diamond set petals.
“This is a wonderful opportunity to add a superb example of the work of one of the 20th century’s most iconic jewellers to your collection.”

The sale also features one of the most iconic designs by watch giant Rolex.
Dating back to 1974, the 18ct yellow gold GMT-Master 1675 on an 18ct gold Jubilee bracelet is believed to be a Mark II of the model with a 1570 calibre.
“The GMT was designed with a fourth 24-hour hand to allow pilots and travellers, in conjunction with the bi-directional rotating bezel, to track two time zones at once,” said watch specialist Ben Winterton
“This is a luxurious example of a landmark piece of horology.
“It has a gold coloured 24-hour bezel insert, matte brown dial with nipple dot markers, Mercedes hands and comes complete with a wood-lined Rolex box.”
The sale at The Lichfield Auction Centre, Wood End Lane, Fradley Park, starts at 9am on Monday, August 18.
Viewing in person takes place on Friday, August 15, between 10am and 4pm. The catalogue goes live online a week before the sale and can be viewed via our Auction Calendar.
Free drop-in valuations of jewellery, watches, gold and silver take place at The Auction Café by Richard Winterton Auctioneers in Market Street, Lichfield, on Tuesdays between 9.30am and 3pm. Valuations of other items take place on Wednesdays, with different specialists offering advice from 9.30am-12.30pm – read more information here.
To book a free valuation of all types of jewellery, watches and antiques at The Lichfield Auction Centre, or to arrange a home visit for large collections or house clearances, call 01543 251081 or email office@richardwinterton.co.uk.
Free valuations of watches and jewellery are also available at The Tamworth Auction Rooms – email tamworth@richardwinterton.co.uk or call 01827 217746.
Do you have a similar item? Get in touch with our team today for a free valuation of jewellery or watches.
Department Contact
From top brands and household names to bespoke pieces, antique and vintage to modern, whatever the item of jewellery Richard Winterton Auctioneers can handle all your requirements.
Lisa Spence BSc (Hons) DGA Cert GA
Head of Jewellery
Natalie Brandon Cert GA
Jewellery Valuer
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