Wickes was an accomplished silversmith known for his work in the rococo style, and gained the patronage of Frederick, Prince of Wales.

Garrard amalgamated with The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company in 1952, when they closed their Albemarle workshops and moved premises to Regent Street.

[5] In July 1990, Sears sold Mappin & Webb and Garrard to fellow jeweller, Asprey plc, retaining an 38.5% interest in the expanded group.

Garrard was acquired by the US private equity firm Yucaipa Companies in 2006, ending its partnership with Asprey.

In 2007, Garrard & Co's services as crown jeweller were no longer required, with the reason cited being that it was simply 'time for a change'.

The Queen Mary Diamond Bandeau Tiara worn by Meghan Markle on the occasion of her marriage to Prince Harry was created during Garrard's time as crown jeweller.

They also produced the original cubic zirconia prop-necklace of the Heart of the Ocean for the 1997 film Titanic, as well as a similar necklace made with a sapphire and white diamonds which was worn by Celine Dion at the Oscars and later auctioned.

[citation needed] In 2018, the House of Garrard unveiled a 118.88 ct royal blue Burmese sapphire presented in a brooch that features a signature cluster setting.