Shopping for jewellery is addicting, especially when you can turn your fragile finds into family heirlooms. Antique rings, earrings, and necklaces are smart investments. They are also practical; antique jewellery can be worn on special occasions and formal events, making them coveted additions to your jewellery collection. Here are a few ways you can enhance your jewellery collection with rare antique pieces.
Go the right places: Collecting antique jewellery means more than finding old rings and necklaces. It is about finding high-quality precious stones, designs, and motifs you won’t find at contemporary jewellery stores. It’s about finding a rare treasure and investing in it. It’s about the hunt as well the treasure. Look for estate jewellery, which simply means jewellery purchased at estate sales.
It is also important to look for authentic antique shops, not just second hand stores. You want to know the history behind the product, and information about the appraisal.
Create your own sets: One of the most rewarding aspects of collecting vintage jewellery is building your own sets. Creating your own set of earrings, a necklace, and a ring, for example, gives you the power to be selective with each purchase, as opposed to buying three items at once simply because they come in the same set. This method also gives you the opportunity to be creative and express your own taste and style. Finally, creating your own set imparts value to your collection, especially if you’re becoming a well-known collector.
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