For avid jewellery collectors it can sometimes feel like a piece finds its way to you without even having to look for it. That was certainly the case for Victoria Waller, a passionate and knowledgeable collector who received a very unique and special piece just a week after her mother passed away.

Victoria shares the incredible story of how her namesake Queen Victoria’s rare Coburg Eagle landed in her hands and the amazing history that came with it. Having crossed paths at many international jewellery shows, Matthew and Victoria also share their top tips and tricks for visiting shows and what to look out for when starting your own collection.

THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT

Queen Victoria’s rare Coburg Eagle
How jewellery sometimes finds its way to you
Victoria’s unique and fascinating collection
Tips and tricks for visiting jewellery shows
The importance of building relationships in the world of antique jewellery

GUEST DETAILS

Dr. Victoria Waller is an educational therapist, teacher and avid jewellery collector. https://www.drvictoriawaller.com/

MORE INFORMATION

Queen Victoria’s Coburg Eagle

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QUOTES

The jewelry sometimes picks you, it just presents itself to you. - Matthew Weldon

You can't buy taste. You either have it or you don’t. - Victoria Waller

It came to me the week after my mother passed away. It was just one of those things it's called meant to be. - Victoria Waller

We never really own these pieces, we just guard them for one more generation, and then someone else gets to enjoy. - Matthew Weldon

KEYWORDS

#jewellery #queenvictoria #brooch #provenance #coburgeagle