Established in 1798, J. Mccarthy Ltd began life as a pawnbrokers in Strutton Ground just off Victoria Street in the heart of Westminster. With only some cracked French porcelain salvaged from the wreckage, we found our new home just meters away at 11 Artillery Row and set about rebuilding the shop as London was rebuildt around us.
We still trade from the same shop to this very day and are privileged to be able to celebrate over 200 years in business. Still in the heart of Westminster, we pride ourselves on delivering the same customer service we provided when we started in 1798. We specialise in sourcing beautiful items for our extensive client base, built over many decades.
We still trade from the same shop to this very day and are privileged to be able to celebrate over 200 years in business. Still in the heart of Westminster, we pride ourselves on delivering the same customer service we provided when we started in 1798. We specialise in sourcing beautiful items for our extensive client base, built over many decades.
Services
If you are looking for a wide range of vintage jewellery that comes from periods such as Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian or Art Deco, we have everything you could ever need. Our spectacular range of vintage jewellery is designed to ensure that you can find everything that you need.
From vintage engagement rings to earrings, necklaces and brooches, we are proud to provide you with a wide choice that delivers fine, vintage jewellery that has a certain charm and timeless appeal.We believe that a good piece of vintage jewellery will complement any look with style and class and because we provide our customers with pieces that are everything from opulent to understated, you can always find what you are looking for.
From vintage engagement rings to earrings, necklaces and brooches, we are proud to provide you with a wide choice that delivers fine, vintage jewellery that has a certain charm and timeless appeal.We believe that a good piece of vintage jewellery will complement any look with style and class and because we provide our customers with pieces that are everything from opulent to understated, you can always find what you are looking for.
We offer the ultimate in gold and stone-set signet rings. Our whole service is about delivering a thorough service that encompasses engraving right through to helping to trace your family crest. Our expert knowledge and understanding of signet rings ensured that we can deliver a service that meets the needs of every client.
Pearl necklaces are beautiful and gorgeous but there are times when they might need repairing in order to take it back to its original condition. In those instances where you need repair work undertaken, we are here for you. Our pearl stringing service is designed to offer a professional service that can restring your broken pearl necklaces, ensuring that we deliver the perfect result every time.
At J. McCarthy Ltd we offer an extensive engraving service that comes with the quality and exceptional finish that our clients have come to expect. We take great pride in our engraving service and that is why we work with our clients to ensure that we meet their every need.
Our understanding of all engraving work, as well as our experience, enables us to provide our clients with jewellery, photograph frames or christening gifts that are engraved with any message they choose.Our ability to offer both hand and machine graving proves that we are professional in what we offer and when our clients require a personal service, we are on hand to provide that in every possible way.
Our understanding of all engraving work, as well as our experience, enables us to provide our clients with jewellery, photograph frames or christening gifts that are engraved with any message they choose.Our ability to offer both hand and machine graving proves that we are professional in what we offer and when our clients require a personal service, we are on hand to provide that in every possible way.
At J. McCarthy Ltd our comprehensive jewellery repair service is available for you when you need it. We understand that when your jewellery becomes damaged or broken that you need to find a repair service that you can trust.
Whether you have a piece of jewellery that carries sentimental value or a piece of jewellery that you simply adore, our trained and experienced goldsmiths are on hand to ensure that we return your jewellery back to you looking like new.Our experience in carrying out repairs enables us to undertake a wide range of repair works while always maintaining our high standards and exceptional quality.
Whether you have a piece of jewellery that carries sentimental value or a piece of jewellery that you simply adore, our trained and experienced goldsmiths are on hand to ensure that we return your jewellery back to you looking like new.Our experience in carrying out repairs enables us to undertake a wide range of repair works while always maintaining our high standards and exceptional quality.
Reviews (16)
Zackino Petrocelli
Sep 23, 2021
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Annabella Sofia
Sep 03, 2021
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In late September 2019, my mother had her jewellery assessed at fairly short notice, as she was travelling to Canada. The service we received from Robert was so courteous and generous. We’ have shopped at this store over several decades, and have some beautiful treasures and stories Attached to them. This shop and lovely staff are gems in themselves!
Christian Overal
Aug 16, 2021
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Anne Bull-Domican
Jul 16, 2020
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I love this shop! They have a beautiful selection of jewellery which are at very competitive prices. I own several pieces of jewellery from here as pre covid I used to visit on my lunch breaks and was always itching to come back for more! Can't wait to visit soon as I know I will receive a warm welcome and lovely customer service.
Rachel Binks
Jan 13, 2020
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Fantastic shop and the staff are incredibly helpful.
I went in looking to buy silver cleaner and left with two sets of necklaces and earrings cleaned while I waited, as well as new backs for the earrings.
I was able to look around while waiting and the selection on offer was very varied and unique. I will definitely be returning!
I went in looking to buy silver cleaner and left with two sets of necklaces and earrings cleaned while I waited, as well as new backs for the earrings.
I was able to look around while waiting and the selection on offer was very varied and unique. I will definitely be returning!
Daisy Bozier
Oct 07, 2019
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Couldn’t recommend this shop more! Excellent customer service - friendly, polite and extremely helpful!
The selection is amazing! Some beautiful vintage pieces for brilliant value!
I had a ring that needed to be resized and within 2 days it was ready for me to collect.
Will definitely be returning to J. McCarthy!
The selection is amazing! Some beautiful vintage pieces for brilliant value!
I had a ring that needed to be resized and within 2 days it was ready for me to collect.
Will definitely be returning to J. McCarthy!
Susan Bayford
Jul 08, 2019
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Kat Ajibade
Jun 03, 2019
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DO NOT BUY FROM THIS SHOP!
If I could give a zero star rating i could.
I bought a gold bracelet here for my birthday. The bracelet broke after only 2 months of wear. I took it back to explain one of the links was loose. The gentleman who owns the shop said they would send it back to the manufacture. I showed him which link it was, and unfortunately he fastened it back together. This then meant the manufacturer did not know which link was broken and subsequently fixed the wrong one. What’s more, they used a link from the bracelet to weld the link together – making the bracelet noticeably smaller
If I could give a zero star rating i could.
I bought a gold bracelet here for my birthday. The bracelet broke after only 2 months of wear. I took it back to explain one of the links was loose. The gentleman who owns the shop said they would send it back to the manufacture. I showed him which link it was, and unfortunately he fastened it back together. This then meant the manufacturer did not know which link was broken and subsequently fixed the wrong one. What’s more, they used a link from the bracelet to weld the link together – making the bracelet noticeably smaller
Kate Carberry-Long
Mar 02, 2019
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Jenny Bainbridge
Feb 15, 2019
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Such a lovely shop with kind friendly staff.
I had 3 rings valued for probate. Completed swiftly and on site (some jewellers send the items away for valuation).
A tempting range of antique jewellery on display too.
The shop will soon have its website up.
I hope it keeps its old world feel and charming staff. A welcome respite in the busy distracted Victoria Street mayhem.
I had 3 rings valued for probate. Completed swiftly and on site (some jewellers send the items away for valuation).
A tempting range of antique jewellery on display too.
The shop will soon have its website up.
I hope it keeps its old world feel and charming staff. A welcome respite in the busy distracted Victoria Street mayhem.
Ione Minett
Dec 30, 2018
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Bev Fergar
Aug 09, 2018
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Juliana Kennedy
Aug 08, 2018
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Homer The Boston
Jul 29, 2018
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Veronica Adlam
Feb 17, 2017
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Sean White
Mar 09, 2015
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