Estate Jewellery
Estate Jewellery is a tangible part of heritage that witnessed the spirit of an era. It can be antique or contemporary. La Boîte à Bijoux offers Estate Jewellery dating from 1850.
What justifies the sale of Estate Jewellery?
As a rule, Estate Jewellery stays in the family due to its sentimental value. When this sentimental value disappears, following a divorce, a change of lifestyle, a difficult financial condition, etc., the owner may think about selling or making a donation.
Why would you purchase Estate Jewellery?
There is always a good reason to purchase Estate Jewellery! Our clients are satisfied about making a “good deal“ and achieving their dreams. They want to own a piece of jewellery different from what they find on the market. Many people have the passion of discovering a rare object from the past.
How to evaluate the market value of Estate Jewellery?
A good formation and expertise are needed to find your way in the world of Estate Jewellery and many criteria have to be considered in order to evaluate Estate Jewellery.
What metal has been used for this piece of jewellery? Is it platinum, gold, 18, 14 or 10 carats? Was it hand-made by a well-known jeweller or an amateur? Was it made mechanically? The quality of its fabrication has an influence on its life.
Which gemstones are used? The overall value depends on the quality of the diamonds, rubies, pearls and other gemstones. Are the gemstones natural or synthetic (made in laboratory). Have some gemstones been replaced (loss or broken) over the years?
The condition of the jewellery is a decisive factor. It is however normal to observe that the metal and the stones are worn off or that some repairs have been made. But closer the jewellery looks to its original state, the higher its value.
The era of the jewellery has to be identified. Some are rarer and more prized than others. Jewellery from the Victorian era (1837 to 1901), the Art Nouveau era (1880 to 1914) and the Art Deco era (1920 to 1940) are more valued by connoisseurs. Post-war jewellery may also be surprising. Quality jewellery from the 60s, 70s and 80s present an interesting opportunity.
The authenticity of the jewellery must be confirmed. Many pieces of jewellery are fake. A piece of jewellery signed CARTIER can be authentic or fake. A piece of Victorian jewellery may have been meticulously reproduced in 2000! Only the eye of an expert can find it.
At La Boîte à Bijoux, we offer appraising services in a top-notch gemology laboratory. These specialized services will allow you to assess the fair market value of jewellery, whether you are a buyer or a seller.
Visit us and discover our jewellery for all budgets.
