Diana Porter: The Story Behind the Iconic 'On and On'

Often seen as talismans, the 'on and on' pieces are especially popular at Christmas, chosen as meaningful gifts that celebrate love, connection and life’s milestones.  

Among Diana Porter’s many collections, none is more beloved or recognisable than 'on and on', 

Created in the early 1990s and continually crafted ever since, the collection centres around an enduring poetic phrase that Diana used repeatedly in her work. These lines are taken from a song she sang at Greenham Common:

“You can’t kill the spirit
She is like a mountain
Old and strong
She goes on and on and on.” 

Diana explained the importance of meaning in her designs:  

“For me wearing jewellery is not just for decoration it’s meaningful she explains the ideas behind the designs are just as important and women respond to that deeper spiritual element.” 

The pieces feature this phrase hand-etched into rings, bangles, pendants, earrings, and wedding bands. The design represents endurance, resilience, and the strength of the human spirit.   

Customers often say these pieces feel like talismans- personal reminders of inner resilience, or gifts to honour enduring relationships.

Though Diana passed away in 2021, her legacy continues, her team continues to produce her iconic collections, staying true to the values she championed:

The On and On collection remains a customer favourite: a poetic, wearable reminder that strength and love endure — and that some things truly go 'on and on'.