Grays Antiques

Expected a little more, honestly… Great selection of jewelry but not much art

Took my wife to the Grays Antique Market to get her a gift for our anniversary. She was amazed by the superior quality of their jewelry. Keep your credit card away! Good place!

I was full off hope for Grays. I had chosen a small selection of my collection to be valued, as is was meant to be prestigious. The building itself is brill, beautiful and the antiques are beautiful, though pricey.
Though i will not visit Grays however, the entire thing was spolied by some of the arrogance and snobbery of some of the dealers. My stuff was sneered at, despire being solid silver and late Georgian, and had been noted by many smaller antique places to be of good quality. It was Tat according to them, and they looked at me as some sort of insolent 17 year old who should be seen and not heard. I left hastily and returned to Alfies Antique Market, which was friendlier and better priced.
For big cats in the Antique buisness, i suppose Grays is right up your street, but even if i do become the next Tim Wonnacott, Grays will have nothing to do with my buisness, as i felt like something, while is was in there, that was on the frankly snooty dealers shoes. Very disappoited :(

Went along here on a quest to find vintage handbags and jewellery and was very pleasantly surprised to find an excellent range of items and at very competitive prices. Prices on similar fashion items were in fact cheaper than many equivalents at Alfie’s.
The place is huge and there’s something for everyone from antiquities to modernism.

Being the kind of person, who, has on occasion, worn so much jewellery that I jingle as I walk, Grays Antiques Market is my idea of heaven. Sister market to Marylebone’s Alfie’s Antiques Market, Grays has some of the most beautiful antique jewellery I’ve ever seen and the selection — and price tags — are extraordinary.
As I’m averse to the institution of marriage I’m fairly certain I’m never going to be gifted a massive rock. One of the antique blinders from this gorgeous market could, however, make a gal forgo her non-​traditional views. This is the place to head if you’ve got a healthy budget and are looking for superb antique jewellery. Window shoppers beware: browsing Grays if you’ve not got the funds will break your little heart.

I think this place is one of its kinds. They sell precious one of antiques in a space that feels more like a high-​end indoor bazaar. Honestly it’s really welcoming, very different from the antique dealers in say… Pimlico Road. The selection of amazing vintage Victorian jewelry to die for, really worthy of being in a museum, and vintage jewelry from different periods, at various prices, but in general the prices are all above average. I heard of this shop because they also have vintage clothing, not your Brick Lane finds, but rare pieces from indigenous costume from China to Western style couture. Its worth going in if not to buy at least to take a peek at the array of artifacts they have.

Grays Market is incredible for beautiful antique one-​off pieces. If you love furniture they have some incredible historical hindu pieces, 18^th century rococco to 20^th century vintage stuff as well as everything in between. They have all you can imagine-​upholstrey, cushions, candle sticks, carvings, lamps, cabinets and the rest. It’s as if all the amazing creative pieces from around the world have been collected together in this maze of treats.
The jewellery section has a huge range of ancient indian to british contemporary-​there is literally everything you could hope for! You have to be prepared to pay top notch for the gorgeous finds but they do have items that won’t break the bank as well. You have to take a look at this place becuase you’re eyes will light up when you see everything in here. It’s a fascinating market to visit as well as a brilliant place to get a unique buy as well as a place to dream about things you would like to buy if you won the lottery!

I could spend all day looking around Grays Antique Market. The indoor market is ideal for cold and rainy days. The two floors are filled with various stalls and exploring can keep you warm and dry for hours.
There are about 200 antique dealers inside the market, not all were open but the vast majority were doing business and happy to help you. Most of the stalls seemed to sell jewellery and watches. I saw lots of pretty shinny things, but the price tag on some might preclude excess buying. The good thing is that the dealers are willing to make a deal. A watch I had my eye on for a Christmas gift was out of my budget but after a chat at the counter I was able to talk the owner down a bit to something I felt a little more comfortable parting with.
If you go to the market the two things you must check out are the sliver shop on the first floor and the lost River Tyburn! The silver shop has really beautiful pieces and I feel in love with an antique silver compact. As for the River Tyburn I thought it was just a little water for the sake of decoration until I was told it’s the River Tyburn. I don’t know how true that is but I left believing it was true.

Be prepared to give your credit card a real thumping!
A friendly place with a bit of everything, but particularly wonderful for vintage jewellry.
I recommend, but try to avoid!

This place is an oasis for collectors and dealers alike. I say dealers because as it is essentially a ‘market’ and it has stall holders with considerably lower overheads than the neighbouring antique and jewellery stores (Bond Street, Mayfair) so I know of dealers that buy here and sell in their shops!
From genuine Faberge Eggs to medieval brooches and even Matchbox cars this place is worth taking some time out from the busy west end and having a stroll around and a chat to some of the highly interesting dealers.

Use the entrance on Davies Mews to walk into a different world of antiques. Compare to the main section of Grays, this part is more vintage, costume jewelry, books and antiquities. I love their vintage dealers, as they always have best quality clothes, accessories and dresses, and the prices are reasonable. They are very knowledgeable and are willing to provide tips for styling. You will find designer brands at more affordable prices, and you don’t have to worry that you might wear the same dress as your friends, that’s the beauty of vintage. And it is easy to add your personal touch to them. Strongly recommended for fashionistas.