[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hello. This necklace belonged to my late grandmother. It looks very antique in style but I suspect...
It appears like ivory or bone or something porous.. it's not completely smooth to the touch but slightly rough
Thank you so much for your replies! Here are some more photos of the crucifix. It does look older than the beads it was strung on. The thread...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hi All, I went to an estate sale the other day and found a beautiful...
Thank you Houseful! I’m still on the fence though because the seller just told me the stone has a small chip. Maybe I’ll make an offer.
Hi everyone. I’m a novice jewelry collector and found this pendant for sale locally. I’m thinking about purchasing it. They are asking $80 but the...
Yes the stone is brilliant cut and it's set in the same 10k yellow gold
I looked up CID which is the signature for Clyde and Duneier Inc., in business since 1910... The ring does look like it dates older than that...
This was in my late grandmothers collection. It's stamped 10k and a makers mark CID. I'm not 100% sure on the makers mark. I'm thinking 1910's?
I would appreciate any of your opinions on what material this silver ring is holding...I was told it was Saphiret (saphire colored glass melted...
Yep! I had just stumbled on Uncas after searching arrow jewelry stamp. It's definitely the second one, arrow going through the U. Thanks everyone!
Hi all, I know I said I'd stop collecting until I got better at identifying but it was only $8 and I couldn't help myself. LOL So this was being...
New here but If I were to guess I'd say 50's or 60's celluloid brooch. Compare the pin hinge and safety clasp with others from that time...
Wow I'm in awe how you pick these little clues out. That is so cool. Yes it looks like something must have been attached inside those holes. The...
Hey everyone. Yea i'm putting a halt to anymore collecting for now. I have so much to learn and I'm so glad I found this place to help me. I...
Bronwen, I've been browsing Nalfies sight today. Beautiful pieces but pricey as they should be. I live in the US and am nervous about having...
Yes probably but very carefully :)
Thank you for all your replies. I've realized that collecting antique jewelry is especially difficult in finding a trustworthy source. I've found...
Thank you Kyratango! oh well. Still a beautiful piece. I'll continue my hunt for a Georgian piece :)
Also the metal tests positive for silver.
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