Elizabeth Gage

A Life in Jewellery

Published by ACC Art Books
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About The Book

Elizabeth Gage charts the creations and commercial successes of one of Britain’s most celebrated jewelry designers.

Elizabeth Gage MBE has enjoyed a glittering career as the brilliant mind behind some of the greatest jewelry designs of the past 60 years. Her work is revered for combining historical references with a modern aesthetic and marrying strong design concepts with sublime craftsmanship. Telling the story of her rise to become one of London’s most celebrated jewelers, this stunning monograph showcases Elizabeth Gage’s finest handmade creations, including gold rings, necklaces and earrings, bracelets shaped like autumn leaves, tourmaline cabochons engraved with trees, diamond-studded fish carrying pearls in their tails and Roman coins set in agate coat pins.

Featured in the permanent collection of the V&A and exhibited around the world, her pieces have been worn by the likes of Jackie Kennedy and Lauren Bacall and treasured, according to The New York Times, by those seeking greater ‘strength, originality, storytelling.’

Winner of multiple prestigious awards, Elizabeth’s love for her craft shines brightly on each page, making this a must-have for jewelry and art lovers everywhere.

About The Author

William Grant is the author of two biographies on British Jewelry designers both published by ACC Art Books: Andrew Grima - The Father of Modern Jewellery and Cora Sheibani - Jewels. Born in 1964, Grant is married to Jojo Grima, whose late husband is the subject of his first book.

Product Details

  • Publisher: ACC Art Books (February 17, 2026)
  • Length: 192 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781788843492

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Raves and Reviews

"ACC Art Books chronicles the life and times of Britain’s most iconic jewelry designer in the book, Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery. The 146-page edition traces the fearless journey of a pioneering female artist who reshaped modern jewelry design."

"For over six decades now, Elizabeth Gage’s jewelry has been known to spark conversation and make friends. For collectors with an eye for fine jewelry, her designs are instantly recognizable."

"Elizabeth Gage: A Life in Jewellery is a must-read for the consummate jewelry and design enthusiast."

substack of Forbes lifestyle writer Bianca Solanga, Duly Noted

A book celebrating the 50-year-plus career of the well-known jeweller. From Roman coins set in agate to diamond-studded fish and sculptural gold forms, Gage's designs are inspired by nature and mythology. The book is filled with colour illustrations detailing how she combines historical references with a modern aesthetic. William Grant has written two other biographies on British jewellers Andrew Grima and Cora Sheibani.

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