Antique jewelry may not always have the value you paid for it but at the same time it’s never worthless. Usually we must know how to date the antique jewelry so that we can buy or pick the real antique jewelry.
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How to date antique jewelry
2010-09-29 12:35:31
Antique jewelry can be valuable, nice-looking and indicate an exemplary level of craftsmanship that is not found today. It has existed for a long time and each historical period has very distinct styles that are linked with fashions of the time.
Some people are attracted to antique jewelry because of the history and character that sets it apart from modern designs. But we must know how to date antique jewelry so that we can't be cheated with the jewelers.
Instructions here can be some references helping you assess the value of antique jewelry:
1.The style of the piece.
Certain designs were touted during specific eras. Long necklaces and cocktail rings were popular during the 1920s and 30s. In the 1950s, modern designs are leading in fashion.
2.Material from which the piece is crafted.
As is known that different metals came into use at different times and certain metals were not used in jewelry, especially during wartime, which enables you to determine the date of the jewelry.
3.The length of necklaces or earrings.
For example, to match the clothing styles of the times, nineteenth century necklaces tended to be short while early twentieth century necklaces and earrings tended to be longer.
4.Motifs or depictions of scenes.
Nature and sentimental motifs of flowers, hearts and animals were very common during Queen Victoria's reign. Cubism-inspired geometric shapes were popular during the Art Deco period.
5. Manufacturer markings and hallmark markings.
Special engravings on the item may indicate the year it was made and the manufacturer who produced the piece. Some other markings may also stand for some meaningful information that helps you assess it.
6.Stones are used in the jewelry.
Classic cuts of diamonds, garnet and amethyst are used in early pieces during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Later pieces from the early-to-mid-twentieth century added a range of semi-precious stones such as opals, pearls and rubies, both natural and synthetic.
7.A jewelry store or a dealer making an accurate appraisal. Given a written appraisal including the date, you may cost a minimal fee.
On the whole, dating antique jewelry takes time, research and a level of expertise. Wish above will give you a hand.
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