Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London Commemorative Jewellery

This high quality collection of jewellery has been created for you to commemorate your association with Royal Holloway, University of London, and to celebrate your achievements there.

The collection includes:

  • signet rings in both men's and women's styles (sometimes called Graduation Rings)
  • cufflinks with traditional chain links or T-bar fittings
  • charm bracelet
  • stick pin
  • pendant
  • mortar board keyring

The collection is offered in silver, 9ct and 18ct gold. Many items are also available to order in white gold, 22ct gold and platinum. Please contact us for a current price if your particular requirement is not listed.

The jewellery is designed to be worn by:

Alumni * Students * Graduands * Members of Staff * Friends of the University

Every item purchased contributes to essential University fundraising.

Some Background...

Royal Holloway, University of London Commemorative Jewellery

Royal Holloway, University of London was founded by Thomas Holloway, a self-made multi-millionaire, who wanted to donate something to the nation to achieve 'the greatest public good'.

His wife suggested he build a college for women and by 1886 the extraordinary college had been completed and was opened by Queen Victoria.

The RHUL shield was created following the merger of Bedford and Royal Holloway Colleges in 1985.

Bedford College was the first institution in the UK established specifically for the higher education of women.

The chequer design was taken from the Bedford College coat of arms, whilst the ermine spots (feather-like symbols representing ermine tails) are from Royal Holloway. The lozenge shape in the chequered pattern is a traditional heraldic symbol for women. The three crescents are taken from Thomas Holloway's own coat of arms, as can be seen on the statue in the South quad of the College.