Anyone want to help me find some Edwardian/Art Deco Emerald and diamond earrings? I sure could use the help! I'm on the hunt again but not having much luck. I'm not looking to spend a huge amount, trying to keep it at or under 7K if possible. I'm looking for originals that go with my bracelet and brooch. Also, must be dangles. Here is a gratuitous pic of said brooch and bracelet for inspiration, lol ..read more

Ahoj, našla jsem starý šperk. Přikládám foto. Známku 750 jsem dokázal přečíst pod lupou a poslední je 7A2. Chtěl bych se zeptat jestli někdo neví z jakého období by to mohlo být, případně jako má hodnotu ..read more

OMG, guys. I just walked out of a thrift store with a Cartier brooch. I can hardly breathe, and I'm feeling faint! I paid $2.80 ..read more

Hello, I’ve been eyeing some lots from Bonhams recently and was wondering if anyone had any experiences/tips buying at auctions (specially online auctions)? AFAIK, for Bonhams, the final price you pay if you win is the hammer price + the premium + shipping (unless you pick up in person)? Are there any other hidden fees I should be aware of? Additionally, can you request more pics/videos of the lot by contacting the representative the auction house listed for the sale? Do you have any... Read more ..read more

Love this necklace, but looking to sell it on my etsy site. Not exactly sure how to describe it. Tiger beads, orange glass beads? I've attached a few pics for you guys to see. Thanks for any education. Rebop (Barb ..read more

Has anyone ever been to this one in MA? Marlborough, MA Jewelry Show (April 18-20, 2025) — InterGem Jewelry Shows The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Marlborough, MA April 18-20, 2025 Royal Plaza Trade Center 181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA 01752 www.intergem.com ..read more

Hello! I found this online from a 5 star rated seller and LOVE it, but want to know if it’s a fair price. It’s 1.4 ct, M, SI 2 eye clean. Priced just over $5K. I’m completely open to another stone, but almost always prefer OMC over OEC Over 1ct, prefer warmer colors but not dead set, chunky/funky cuts preferred, eye clean in setting. Would like to stay in the 4-6K range on price. Also am fairly set on yellow gold, but might be open to other metals ..read more

My youngest's birthstone is ruby, I love hummingbirds and everything nature themed. I found it for $325 Allison Quaid - Hummingbird Brooch Each Jewellery creation is a unique work of art. Harnessing the highest level of craftsmanship to showcase original, cutting-edge designs and top-quality stones, Allison Quaid Jewellery embodies the Art of the Exceptional. allisonquaid.com ..read more

I just got an antique (c. 1920s-30s) necklace made of malachite beads with crystal spacers. What's the best way to clean it? The internet thinks I should just dust the malachite, but the crystal beads could clearly use something more than dusting to remove skin oils, sweat, etc. (The internet also seems to think malachite is POISON POISON POISON DO NOT TOUCH, but for the past couple years it's been extra hard to tell reasonable advice from AI nonsense.) Should I have posted this in Colored... Read more ..read more

Do any of you have any tips you could share for negotiating with high end antique/estate jewelry shops? At what percentage off retail would you make the first offer? Do you have to justify why you think the piece is only worth what you offered? And I think I know the answer to this question, but does Lang negotiate ..read more