{"title":"Caylam's Corner","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaylam has a gift for finding the unexpected. Tucked away in this little corner you'll find pieces that made him stop and smile — each one chosen because it's just too good to leave behind. Prepare to be surprised.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dick-turpin-character-jug-royal-doulton-1950s-tricorn-hat-pistol-handle-very-good","title":"Dick Turpin Character Jug — Royal Doulton | 1950s | Tricorn Hat \u0026 Pistol Handle | Very Good","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA proper rogue of a find — this handsome Royal Doulton character jug brings the infamous highwayman Dick Turpin straight from the 18th-century roads to your shelf. With his cheeky smile, curling black moustache, powdered wig, and jaunty tricorn hat edged in gold, he looks every inch the dashing (if slightly dubious) gentleman of the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eModelled in the classic 1950s style (likely D6528 or similar large\/medium size), he wears a rich green coat with white ruff and carries the signature pistol-shaped handle — perfect for the legend of Black Bess and midnight rides. The deep brown hat, expressive face, and glossy glazes are pure Royal Doulton quality, with that wonderful hand-painted detail that makes these jugs such favourites among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePhysically a solid, satisfying piece: generous size for display or use as a quirky vessel, with the impressed “DICK” mark visible on the lower body — a charming touch from the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition is very good indeed, with honest character. The glaze is bright and intact with no chips, cracks, or crazing; colours remain vivid (the gold rim on the hat still catches the light nicely); handle and features all firm and undamaged. Just the lightest surface wear from careful years on the shelf — nothing that detracts from his roguish charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAbout this piece: Royal Doulton’s Dick Turpin jugs from the 1950s capture the golden age of character pottery — colourful, characterful, and full of storytelling. This highwayman has become a favourite with collectors of English toby and character jugs because he’s instantly recognisable and wonderfully detailed. He stands proudly among other curious finds or alongside books and tavern relics, a little reminder of North Yorkshire’s own rich history of tales from the road. Personally sourced and honestly described by our small team here in the county.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExtra photographs available on request. Just get in touch and we will be happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Novel Relics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55460219158913,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7887\/9617\/files\/dick-turpin-character-jug-royal-doulton-1950s-tricorn-hat-pistol-handle-very-good-1767488.jpg?v=1778402615"},{"product_id":"vintage-gold-tone-spider-brooch-fuchsia-pink-emerald-1960s","title":"Vintage Gold Tone Spider Brooch | Fuchsia Pink Glass Body | Emerald Green Thorax | c.1960s to 1970s | Statement Piece | Very Good Condition","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNot everyone can wear a spider. This one is for the person who absolutely can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a vintage gold tone figural spider brooch — and it is completely, unapologetically wonderful. The body is a large oval cabochon in deep fuchsia pink glass, catching the light with a glassy, luminous depth that shifts between raspberry and magenta depending on how it falls. The thorax is set with a single round paste stone in vivid emerald green, millegrain set in a delicate gold tone bezel that gives it a quality far above the average costume piece. Eight wire legs radiate from the thorax in the characteristic spread of a resting spider, each one individually formed and textured — and above them, two curved antennae and a pair of tiny bead eyes complete the portrait with enormous charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorn on a dark lapel, a coat collar or a scarf, it stops people in their tracks. It is exactly the kind of piece that prompts the question — where on earth did you find that? The answer, as always, is North Yorkshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe style and construction point firmly to the 1960s or 1970s — the era of bold figural costume jewellery, when a well-chosen brooch was considered the finishing touch that elevated an outfit entirely. Spider and insect brooches of this quality from that period are increasingly sought by collectors and wearers of vintage jewellery alike, and this one — with its generous stone, its confident construction and its complete lack of apology — is among the better examples we have come across.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good. The gold tone retains its warmth and colour throughout. The fuchsia pink glass body is intact with excellent depth and lustre. The emerald green thorax stone is bright and secure. All eight legs are present and undamaged. The pin mechanism to the reverse is functional. No maker's mark and not precious metal — offered as gold tone costume jewellery and priced accordingly. A piece in excellent wearable condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figural insect jewellery has never really gone out of fashion — it has simply cycled between mainstream and cult, and right now it is very firmly having its moment. A well-made vintage spider brooch with coloured glass stones is the kind of thing that sells in seconds to the right person. You know who you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis item will be packed with particular care — stiff card, generous packing paper and a robust outer box, sized and sealed for the journey. We have shipped fragile and valuable pieces to collectors across the world without a single mishap, and we intend to keep it that way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Novel Relics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55496553398657,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7887\/9617\/files\/vintage-gold-tone-spider-brooch-fuchsia-pink-glass-body-emerald-green-thorax-c1960s-to-1970s-statement-piece-very-good-condition-3821680.jpg?v=1778402615"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7887\/9617\/collections\/caylams-corner-9562315.jpg?v=1778402544","url":"https:\/\/www.novelrelics.co.uk\/collections\/caylams-corner.oembed","provider":"Novel Relics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}