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Things To Consider When Buying Antique Engagement Rings And Jewelry
By Allen Jesson
Antique jewelry and especially antique engagement rings are becoming more popular over time, however if you are not armed with the correct knowledge you may end up paying a small fortune for something that really is not worth much.
The best way to tell is your antique engagement ring or any antique jewelry has any value is by its condition, when it comes to determining its price value condition really is everything.
Sometimes it is very difficult to tell is an item of antique jewelry is an original or remade, if the piece of jewelry has different color gold's this could indicate that there has been some form of alteration. If there are stones in the item of jewelry check to see if there is a seam that is visible, if so this could mean that this piece of jewelry has had a previous life.
If you do find a seam on your antique engagement ring or any piece of antique jewelry then it does not necessarily mean bad news, because antique jewelry has been around for many years and was probably thrown into a jewelry box time and time again this would have resulted in slight damage where repairs have needed to be carried out. The most important thing to determine is if the repair was done correctly, if the repair was done correctly you should hardly be able to notice it.
Do not be afraid to ask questions when purchasing antique engagement rings or jewelry, you have every right to ask you dealer if the item you are interested in has had any repairs or alterations or are the stones original. You can also request that the antique dealer puts the answers in writing. If they are not willing to do this then my advice to you is not to buy the item of jewelry in question.
I would always suggest that you only purchase antique jewelry from somewhere that you can physically view it, buying over the internet means you will be unable to see the jewelry before you part with the cash.
If there is no other way than to purchase online then never buy from a seller who displays the jewelry with a fuzzy photograph, a reportable seller will provide you with more than one photograph usually from different views and also provide you with detailed information about the item in question.
If there is a no returns policy I would assume that this is because they expect returns therefore I would always avoid a seller unless they have a proper returns policy.
Buying antique jewelry from a traditional antique dealer may be slightly more expensive but this way you will be able to see the item and asses its value yourself making sure you choose the right piece and avoid being ripped off
About The Author
Allen Jesson writes for several sites that specialize in Antique Engagement Rings,
Vintage Engagement Rings and A Gift Of Poetry
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Allen_Jesson
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Clean antique cloth dolls by gently vacuuming through a layer of nylon net. Do not vacuum silk.
Buy antique vanities today!
Cuckoo Clocks. These pendulum clocks strike the hours with chimes and a small model bird that emerges to make a whistling or "cuckoo" sound. They became common in the 18th century as wall clocks and many feature intricate carving and other decorations.
Buy Japanese antique jewelry today!
Newspapers and Phone Book. The local newspapers will list antique shows and have advertisements for local shops. And the local phone book will have addresses and phone numbers for area shops. If you are traveling and haven't been to a shop before, you'd better call ahead. You may drive out of your way and get there only to find the shop closed - some shops have unconventional hours, special days each month they are closed or they may only be open during certain months of the year. Others are by appointment only. By appointment only shops will usually open for you if they are home when you call.
Buy antique tables today!
Is the item worth thousands of dollars? If so, take no chances; have it professionally repaired or restored. Even if it is worth a few hundred dollars, you may want to hire an expert. Get some estimates. The cost may be lower than you expect.
Buy copper antique jewelry today!
IS IT WISE TO REPAIR IT? Sometimes, what looks like damage actually makes an antique valuable. As with vintage cars, the original paint or finish on an antique desk might be prized, no matter what its condition.
Buy pewter antique jewelry today!
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remler antique radio Article Of The Month
Things To Consider When Buying Antique Engagement Rings And Jewelry
By Allen Jesson
Antique jewelry and especially antique engagement rings are becoming more popular over time, however if you are not armed with the correct knowledge you may end up paying a small fortune for something that really is not worth much.
The best way to tell is your antique engagement ring or any antique jewelry has any value is by its condition, when it comes to determining its price value condition really is everything.
Sometimes it is very difficult to tell is an item of antique jewelry is an original or remade, if the piece of jewelry has different color gold's this could indicate that there has been some form of alteration. If there are stones in the item of jewelry check to see if there is a seam that is visible, if so this could mean that this piece of jewelry has had a previous life.
If you do find a seam on your antique engagement ring or any piece of antique jewelry then it does not necessarily mean bad news, because antique jewelry has been around for many years and was probably thrown into a jewelry box time and time again this would have resulted in slight damage where repairs have needed to be carried out. The most important thing to determine is if the repair was done correctly, if the repair was done correctly you should hardly be able to notice it.
Do not be afraid to ask questions when purchasing antique engagement rings or jewelry, you have every right to ask you dealer if the item you are interested in has had any repairs or alterations or are the stones original. You can also request that the antique dealer puts the answers in writing. If they are not willing to do this then my advice to you is not to buy the item of jewelry in question.
I would always suggest that you only purchase antique jewelry from somewhere that you can physically view it, buying over the internet means you will be unable to see the jewelry before you part with the cash.
If there is no other way than to purchase online then never buy from a seller who displays the jewelry with a fuzzy photograph, a reportable seller will provide you with more than one photograph usually from different views and also provide you with detailed information about the item in question.
If there is a no returns policy I would assume that this is because they expect returns therefore I would always avoid a seller unless they have a proper returns policy.
Buying antique jewelry from a traditional antique dealer may be slightly more expensive but this way you will be able to see the item and asses its value yourself making sure you choose the right piece and avoid being ripped off
About The Author
Allen Jesson writes for several sites that specialize in Antique Engagement Rings,
Vintage Engagement Rings and A Gift Of Poetry
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Allen_Jesson
Tips About remler antique radio
Clean antique cloth dolls by gently vacuuming through a layer of nylon net. Do not vacuum silk.
Buy antique vanities today!
Cuckoo Clocks. These pendulum clocks strike the hours with chimes and a small model bird that emerges to make a whistling or "cuckoo" sound. They became common in the 18th century as wall clocks and many feature intricate carving and other decorations.
Buy Japanese antique jewelry today!
Newspapers and Phone Book. The local newspapers will list antique shows and have advertisements for local shops. And the local phone book will have addresses and phone numbers for area shops. If you are traveling and haven't been to a shop before, you'd better call ahead. You may drive out of your way and get there only to find the shop closed - some shops have unconventional hours, special days each month they are closed or they may only be open during certain months of the year. Others are by appointment only. By appointment only shops will usually open for you if they are home when you call.
Buy antique tables today!
Is the item worth thousands of dollars? If so, take no chances; have it professionally repaired or restored. Even if it is worth a few hundred dollars, you may want to hire an expert. Get some estimates. The cost may be lower than you expect.
Buy copper antique jewelry today!
IS IT WISE TO REPAIR IT? Sometimes, what looks like damage actually makes an antique valuable. As with vintage cars, the original paint or finish on an antique desk might be prized, no matter what its condition.
Buy pewter antique jewelry today!
More remler antique radio Information
Antiques Poll: How Often Do You Attend Antique Shows?
...
Woman Tries to Sell 139-Year-Old Baseball Card for $10
While sports collectibles don't catch my eye all that often, I read an amazing story recently I just had to share with you. It's about a 139-year-old baseball card a...
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