Piece Specifics |
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Measurements |
Brooch: 2" in diameter |
Clasp/Hinge Type |
Modern Safety Clasp |
Marking |
None |
Age/Condition |
1950's / Excellent Vintage Condition |
Why Buy Vintage or Antique Jewelry? |
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It is
environmentally friendly! |
Purchasing vintage
or antique jewelry decreases demand for precious minerals in countries with
lax environmental regulations. This equals less deforestation and pit mining.
|
It supports local
businesses! |
I hunt for jewelry
in a variety of small family and estate sales, in addition to thrift stores
and auctions. I feel strongly that spending money close to home benefits all
of us. |
It is (mostly) well
made! |
Long before the
time of assembly lines and mass production, vintage and antique jewelry was
made by hand and by expert craftsmen. |
It holds its value! |
There is only so
much vintage and antique jewelry in circulation. It does not lose value and,
if cared for correctly, will increase in value. It is a great investment for
years to come. |
Why Buy Vintage or
Antique Jewelry from me? |
|
Scientist by day |
By training, I am a
clinical biologist and have a lot of laboratory hours under my belt. I have
my own gold and silver testing equipment and understand the results. I will
be accurate and honest in my descriptions. If it tests positive as bakelite,
24 K Gold or Sterling Silver, I will explain the results and you can rest
assured my descriptions are accurate. |
Costume
jewelry hoarder by night |
I
grew up watching my grandmother and mother collect beautiful pieces of
vintage costume jewelry. I loved to talk about CJ; I loved to hold CJ in my
hands; and I loved the smell of CJ.
After I inherited many pieces from my grandmother, I became more
interested in collecting and dealing myself. Now that I have young girls, I
have found an activity we can do together: going to sales, rummaging through
boxes, cleaning, appraising... it has continued as a family tradition with
the next generation. |
Great
customer service all the time! |
I am
still learning about appraising and selling vintage/antique costume jewelry,
but I am transparent about what I do and do not know. I will answer any
questions that come my way or find someone who can. And I always offer a
refund on any purchase that does not live up to its description. |
My
Promise to you |
All
items will be carefully packaged so that no damage will occur during
transportation. And if, for any reason, you are unhappy with your order, I
will work to make it right. I will treat you the way I would want to be
treated. |