'One-of-a-kind creations'06:25, 10 Jul 2026The ornate stained-glass windows of Manchester Town Hall have held many a gaze for almost 150 years. From politicians deep in thought to famous figures from times past, celebrities on film sets - and the public outside. All have peered up at their delicate grandeur.‌Now, as the gothic, Grade I-listed town hall gears ever nearer to opening up to the public again following a mammoth restoration project, the delicate panes of glass have been repurposed and saved - as the ultimate in Mancunian bling.‌A unique collection of jewellery - crafted from original stained-glass salvaged from the windows - is going on sale for charity. From earrings to necklaces, pendants to cufflinks, it's the chance to wear a piece of Manchester's history dating back to 1877