WorthPoint

MAY 10, 2024

Once upon a time, plain gold-tone pieces were the ugly stepsisters of the costume jewelry kingdom. I’d witness plain gold jewelry sit in brick-and-mortar shops and online venues for years, waiting to find someone who would love owning it. Does that mean you should buy every piece of gold-colored costume jewelry you encounter?

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

MARCH 18, 2024

In recent years, Jade Jewelry has become famous for its shiny and smooth bangles, earrings, and necklaces. Are you ready to impress your loved one with a Green Jade Jewelry? Green Jade Jewelry can make a wonderful gift for your loved one. It looks stunning in various jewelry pieces, such as necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

MARCH 11, 2024

It is important to know how to evaluate estate or vintage jewelry if you’re thinking buying or selling it. This how-to guide will teach you the crucial factors to consider when assessing these types of jewelry. This will also assist you in determining the piece’s age.

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La Jolla Gem Appraisal

MARCH 13, 2023

Tips To Find A Reliable Jewelry Appraiser For Your Valuable Jewelry March 13, 2023 Home Jewelry appraisal is an essential step in ensuring the value and authenticity of your precious items. Whether you're looking to sell or insure your jewelry, an accurate and thorough appraisal is crucial.

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John Thomas Jewelers

JUNE 8, 2023

Antique and vintage jewelry hold a timeless allure. In the jewelry world, the words antique and vintage are often used interchangeably. Understanding the differences between the two can help you appreciate their unique charms and make informed decisions when adding these treasures to your jewelry collection.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Valuing antique gold and fine jewelry can be difficult- marks can vary based on age and how can you tell if a stone is a real diamond or not? When you are looking to sell your family heirloom jewelry, you want to make sure you are getting a fair price from a dealer. This price is daily published US$ per ounce.

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Gemology Resources

MARCH 10, 2023

Knowing what to expect during your jewelry appraisal appointment can help you feel more at ease. Schedule Your Appointment It is important to start the jewelry appraisal process by scheduling an appointment with a certified and experienced gemologist. This can help your appraiser get a better idea of the provenance and age of the item.

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Gemology Resources

MARCH 10, 2023

Knowing what to expect during your jewelry appraisal appointment can help you feel more at ease. Schedule Your Appointment It is important to start the jewelry appraisal process by scheduling an appointment with a certified and experienced gemologist. This can help your appraiser get a better idea of the provenance and age of the item.

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La Jolla Gem Appraisal

JULY 7, 2024

A Guide to Selling Your Jewelry Are you considering selling your jewelry and want to ensure you get the best possible deal? As a professional jewelry broker, I am here to help guide you through the process, answer your questions, and provide tips on how to sell your jewelry for the highest value while avoiding common pitfalls.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 29, 2024

When Iris Apfel —the doyenne of ladies who embrace expressive accessorizing—passed away recently at the age of 102, I saw photo after photo of her adorned with stacks of colorful bangles posted on social media. Her collection of jewelry, especially the eye-catching bracelets she wore frequently, was massive.

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WorthPoint

MAY 15, 2024

According to House Beautiful and British Vogue , the Palm Royale design team searched estate sales, prop houses, antique stores, and online marketplaces like Chairish and Etsy to find authentic vintage costumes and scenery accents. Related: Check out what went wrong with the period fashion depicted in The Gilded Age.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a beginner, finding valuable goods requires a keen eye and some understanding of authenticity and historical worth. Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. Knowing more about these marks might help you determine the piece’s age and authenticity.

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Art Peritus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Whether collecting fine art, antique furniture, jewelry, wine, automobiles, or memorabilia, “caveat emptor” (buyer beware) will always be the primary rule to follow. Hardware – Hardware rarely ages at the same rate as the rest of the piece because it is more often handled and accrues more wear and tear.

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. While age might leave artifacts fragile or damaged, time has also embellished Chinese works of art with enduring beauty and relevancy.

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Old Crows Antiques

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

To make sure the item you have is a valuable antique, you first have to identify its age, and then you need to look for a market for the piece. In-house experts vet the listings on sites such as RubyLane and 1stDibs, so those sale prices on these authenticated pieces reflect more actual values.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 26, 2024

SELLING AND BUYING WITH PURPOSE GoodwillFinds CEO Matthew Kaness told Chain Store Age that Goodwill generates around $6 billion a year in revenue, with less than 10 percent coming from e-commerce efforts, including individual stores that sell donations online via Amazon and eBay. A GoodwillFinds employee authenticates jewelry.

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Invaluable

DECEMBER 9, 2024

From fanciful flappers to infectious musical riffs that electrified speakeasies across the country, the Jazz Age, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a period of decadent Art Deco design. In this article we jump into the splendors of the Jazz Age to explore these captivating creations.

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Jewelry Judge

APRIL 23, 2025

The average amount US consumers are spending on bridal/engagement jewelry has increased to $5,493 in 2025, up 2% from 2023, according to new research released by The Plumb Club. The study revealed a notable shift in what drives bridal jewelry purchases. " When asked, "What influences your jewelry purchases the most?"

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 29, 2025

A new generation is appreciating art decos glamorous roots, driving demand for antique and vintage fashions, jewelry, lighting, hand-carved and hand-painted case pieces, other furniture, and decorative objects. For the past five years, art deco has consistently been one of the Top 10 collecting categories in all age groups.

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WorthPoint

MAY 26, 2025

Plastic coil handbags appealed to women of all ages and social classes and were a fashion staple. Many collectors also love pairing these handbags with matching vintage blouses, dresses, or Bakelite jewelry to complete authentic 1940s ensembles. TikTok videos on the handbags also rack up tens of thousands of views.

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WorthPoint

MAY 8, 2025

Measuring a generous 48 inches by 35.75, and standing just under 16 inches tall, it had only minor wear, the kind that comes with age, good stories, and better cocktails. This grouping of vintage jewelry sold for $4,897 on MaxSold. If authentic, that map could be worth $25Kbut with no close-up, it was a classic auction gamble.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 22, 2025

In the bedroom, they can be placed on dressers to organize jewelry, while in bathrooms, they can hold makeup and beauty tools. Also, look for makers marks or manufacturer labels, which can help establish authenticity and age. For example, they can hold salt and pepper shakers and cream and sugar dishes in the kitchen.

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Jewelry Judge

MAY 21, 2025

The age of flashmob proposals, viral engagement stunts and extravagant surprise reveals may be drawing to a close — at least if Gen Z has anything to say about it. A new wave of "quiet proposing" is reshaping the jewelry industry and the traditional expectations surrounding engagements.

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Invaluable

APRIL 16, 2025

Art Deco jewelry was soon infused with Egyptian references, while motifs like coiled serpents became common among bracelet and necklace designs. From the ornate props to Taylors breathtaking costumes , movies like Cleopatra cemented the status of Egypt as a culture for the ages.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 4, 2025

Lets not forget the original Zelda: Oracle of Ages Game Boy Color game , which went for $1,561 in its sealed and graded condition. Although the Van Brocklin card wasnt graded, it was authenticated and encased by Beckett, giving it a solid stamp of approval. In total, the top five lots brought in around $18,000.

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