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Category: Antique and collectible jewelry

Identification tips and sources for values

Pearl Value Factors

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Diana Sanders Cinamon
There are seven factors that affect the value of a pearl. They are size, shape, color, luster surface quality, nacre quality (which is most...
Antique and collectible jewelry

Neo-classical compared to the classical style

Posted on February 20, 2020 by Diana Sanders Cinamon
Antique and collectible jewelry

Gemstone sight identification

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Diana Sanders Cinamon
For colored gemstones, cutters are paid based on weight, so they usually add a little weight to the pavilion (above right). Synthetic gems and...
Antique and collectible jewelry

Jewelry fittings and findings

Posted on January 20, 2020 by Diana Sanders Cinamon
Sometimes, we find new information about old ideas, especially for antique jewelry.The 1854 patent below, shows an improvement to the "kidney" wire in common...
Antique and collectible jewelry
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