About Us

We are Jess and Tim, the husband and wife duo behind The Fancy Rat, or TFR for short. Welcome to our sparkly world!

Welcome to The Fancy Rat! Where History Sparkles and Jewelry Has a Story 

Let’s face it—there are a lot of jewelry stores out there. But here at The Fancy Rat Antique and Estate Jewelry, we’re not just slinging diamonds and polishing gold. We’re treasure hunters, story collectors, and hopeless romantics who believe every piece of antique and estate jewelry has a tale worth telling (and wearing).

Who Are We, Really?

We’re part historians, part magpies, and 100% obsessed with uncovering extraordinary jewelry from bygone eras. From Art Deco diamond rings that have seen a roaring good time to Victorian lockets that once held someone’s deepest secret, we believe jewelry isn’t just stuff—it’s history you can wear and enjoy. 

What We Do

We scour estate sales, auctions, and dusty attics (okay, maybe not literally attics, but we’d love to if invited) to bring you a hand-curated collection of fine antique and estate jewelry with a twist. Whether you’re after an Edwardian brooch to wear while binge-watching Netflix or a one-of-a-kind engagement ring with a past as romantic as its future, we’ve got you covered. We offer pieces that are as unique as you are to help showcase all that makes you... well you - your jewelry fingerprint!

We don't believe that jewelry should live in a gloomy box, never seeing the light of day. Your jewelry should be worn, loved, and enjoyed. Every piece should have a place in your collection and lifestyle. We will be happy to help you style your jewels for a unique look that is all your own. Just reach out to us and let's chat jewelry styling! Sometimes you don't need to add a new piece to your jewelry chest and we're here for it.

Why Choose Us?

• We’re Real People: No stuffy sales pitches, no velvet gloves (unless you want them). Just genuine excitement about cool, old jewelry.

• Quality Over Quantity: Every piece we sell is handpicked, thoroughly vetted, and loved by us before it finds its forever home with you.

• History Nerds Unite: We’ll happily tell you all about the Art Nouveau period while you sip complimentary coffee—or champagne, if you’re feeling fancy.

• No Pressure Shopping: The worst thing is to feel pressured to purchase jewelry. So, we don't do that - no used car sales tactics here. Browse, ask questions, chat with us, it's all good and we welcome the opportunity to connect!

Our Philosophy

Life’s too short for boring jewelry. Whether you’re here to invest in a timeless, heirloom piece or just to window-shop online in your pajamas, we’re thrilled you found us.

So, come on in, browse our glittering collection, and let us help you find a piece of history you can cherish—and maybe even pass down someday.

Welcome to The Fancy Rat —where every gem has a past, and every customer becomes part of our story.