Toss it or Treasure it? Are There Gems Hiding in Your Jewelry Box?
- Posted on 29th May 2020
- in antique appraisal, Antique Collection, Antique Jewelry, antique jewelry appraisal, Antique Jewelry value
- by Alan
When going through your jewelry box, do you often find yourself looking at pieces you’ve never worn or have only worn a few times? If you’ve inherited these pieces or bought them for very little from an estate sale or auction, you might wonder if they’re really worth keeping. Should you toss them to make more room for pieces you actually wear, or are they worth something?
Determining the Value of Your Antique Jewelry
Determining if any of these older pieces has any value is important. You don’t want to get rid of something only to later discover it was worth a nice amount of money. Of course, money isn’t always the only factor at play with items you’ve inherited. If any of the pieces have sentimental value, you may not want to sell them even if they are worth a lot.
Have an Appraisal
One of the easiest ways to determine the value of these pieces is by having them appraised. An antique jewelry appraisal professional can tell you exactly what the pieces are worth and give you an idea of who made them and when. Even if you don’t want to sell the pieces, knowing what they’re worth is helpful. For example, you may decide you need to get an additional insurance policy if you learn that your collection has significant value to it.
Talk to Buyers
You might also want to talk to antique jewelry buyers about your collection or individual pieces you own. You don’t even have to be thinking about selling. Simply ask for their opinion on the pieces and what they might pay for them if they were to see them for sale. Compare this with your appraisal value to determine if there’s any interest in what you own. Then you can make an informed decision on whether or not to keep these treasures.