Some people have a passion for antique jewellery that means they much prefer something of age over something which is more modern. If you do not know a great deal about antiques, then there is a wealth of information on all aspects of jewellery and design on the Gems – A Tour Guide blog. For some people, the idea of buying something old over something new is one that is almost foreign to them. However, there are many excellent reasons to choose antique jewellery over more modern designs.

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Why You Should Choose Antique Over Modern Jewellery:

The Character of a Piece

When you buy modern jewellery, you can rest assured that the item that you purchase will be bright and shiny, looking as new as it is. When you buy antique jewellery, it may still shine, but there will also usually be signs of general wear and tear. Whereas an item shows the signs of being used but also being well looked after, it adds character to the jewellery which you just do not get in brand new pieces. For this reason, many people who collect jewellery will often prefer antiques, and there are many excellent bargains available when you look on the internet. Check out Kalmar Antiques’ breathtaking display of vintage diamond engagement rings, as well as everything else that they have available.

The Provenance

For a lot of people, the history behind an item is just as important as how the piece looks. Knowing the provenance of a piece of jewellery can allow you to connect to the piece in a way that you just cannot to something which is brand new. The richer the provenance is, the more intriguing an item can be, and if the history is important as well as being ratified, the value can also increase.Availability

There are many places that you can pick up antique jewellery which means it is easy to start a collection, and you do not have to break the bank in the process. From visiting a high-street antique jewellery company to scouring the internet and finding online sellers, there are a lot of people that have antique jewellery for sale. For a buyer, this is excellent news as you will be able to start a collection with only a little cash and some good haggling techniques. You will be amazed at some of the finds you can make by visiting your local car boot sales and markets.

Before you buy your antiques from anyone, you will first want to ensure that you do some research and find out the value of an item before you purchase it. The price that a piece of new jewellery is sold at is often a lot more than the cost of the materials used to make the item, which means that you often overpay for new jewellery. With antique jewellery, you will most likely be able to get them cheaper than their modern counterparts. So when you buy old jewellery over new, it makes financial sense also as you will get much more for your money. So if you are looking to invest in jewellery, why not get more for your money and invest in antiques?
I hope you enjoyed reading about Why You Should Choose Antique Over Modern Jewellery. Do you own any antique piece? Let me know in the comments below.

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