Jewelry

When you’re at an estate sale eyeing a beautiful diamond piece, one of the key questions you might have is whether that diamond is real or lab grown. Understanding this distinction is crucial, especially when buying pre-owned jewelry. Natural diamonds, formed deep within the earth over millions of years, have distinct characteristics. These stone...

When you think of valuable jewelry, images of diamonds and precious metals likely come to mind. However, costume jewelry, often made from less expensive materials like glass, plastic, and base metals, can also hold significant value. But what makes costume jewelry valuable, and why do people collect it? Designer and Brand: Pieces from renowned desi...

Identifying authentic vintage jewelry is both an art and a science. Your ability to discern real pieces from replicas hinges on knowledge, attention to detail, and sometimes, a bit of expert help. Start by examining the craftsmanship. Authentic vintage jewelry often showcases superior craftsmanship. Look for signs of hand-crafted details, which are...

Estate sales can be a treasure trove for those in search of unique and valuable jewelry. However, with the allure of potential bargains comes the risk of making uninformed purchases. To ensure you’re buying authentic, high-quality pieces, consider the following guidelines: Bring the Right Tools: A jeweler’s loupe or a magnifying glass can be in...

Luxury timepieces are not merely devices for telling time; they are investments, feats of engineering, and symbols of status and sophistication. The world of vintage watches is a treasure trove filled with iconic brands that have established themselves as masters of horology. Let’s explore some of the most valuable vintage watchmakers that ar...

Daniel Sanders is an exceptional service provider bringing significant expertise on the marketability and appropriate avenues to sell.  Excellent rapport with attention to the balance between transaction and the emotions that go along with the process.  He took my engagement ring and sold it within a week following his vetting the worth through r...

Four Sales sold our Sold Estate Residuary: Fine Arts, Jewelry, Antique Furniture, Oriental Art, Paintings, and House Hold Furniture. Four Sales, LTD came out to our Estate property and assessed our belongings.  Once the belongings were evaluated by Four Sales, LTD, they recommended that we do Auction Sales vs. an Estate Sale from the property it...

Couture designers from all over the world have made creations for Washington’s elite crowd, and you have the opportunity to hunt it down at estate sales. The options are endless for what you may find. Designers like Coco Chanel, Vera Wang, Gucci, Versace and Louis Vuitton have sought after some of the nation and world’s […]...

Oh no, the holidays are around the corner and you forgot to buy for a special someone; do not fear, estate sales are here! You can find an immense amount of diverse gifts for anyone on your holiday list this year. Jewelry is always the sparkle to any lady’s eye, so why not treat her […]...

Bakelite is a lightweight plastic, and invented in the 1900s. Its use in jewelry became very popular in the 1930s around the time of the Depression, when the financial position of many Americans meant that women were looking for accessories that they could buy cheaply to dress up their outfits. Bakelite jewelry fit the bill […]...