A few years ago, Oprah Winfrey had an episode where people brought in some old stuff they had lying around and had it valued by famous auction houses. A woman had a simple bracelet given to her by her grandmother, when she was really young. She had kept it for years but never really wore it because she didn't like the design. She wanted to know if it was worth anything and what she would get if she sold it. To her surprise the bracelet was worth a quarter of a million dollars! Needles to say she didn't want to sell it after that!
That's the thing about vintage jewellery. You never what you'll find! All you have to do is look and keep an eye out for unique designs.
• You have to know your stuff if you want to collect vintage jewellery. You need to know the different precious stones, the various jewellery settings and smaller nuances of design and style. You should be able to tell a sapphire from a topaz and also know jewellery history and the period from which they belong.
• You need to have a keen eye while scouting for jewellery. You should be able to judge the quality of a pair of earrings and know if it is worth the price being quoted. You must be able to pick out flaws from the jewellery pieces as well.
• If you have a family of women crazy about jewellery then start at home. Look through your mom's jewellery box or your grand mom's collection. Jewellery that is passed on through the generation is priceless but finding vintage jewellery that catches your fancy is just plain lucky!
• Do some research and locate vintage jewellery dealers in your vicinity. You can begin with consignment shops. You may just find a great piece at an even greater price. At consignment shops you will find things that are donated from the personal collections of people who are no more. Everyone doesn't know the value of the jewellery so keep your eye out for some unique pieces.
• Street side jewellery stores and garage sales are also a great place to find vintage jewellery. Sometimes people just don't know what they are giving away! And you may be the benefactor. Make sure you visit sales in good localities; it improves your chances of finding good jewellery pieces.
• Look at auction sites online. You will be amazed at the amount of jewellery being auctioned. Browse through the list and always choose a piece that is certified, genuine and that can be authenticated. There are many stores online as well that offer vintage jewellery for unbelievable prices.
You can get more information as well as buying options at a Beaded Jewellery store.
Ronald McKie is a jewellery designer specialising in Handmade jewellery. He has an experience of 10 years in the field.
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