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Vintage jewelry has taken center stage in the fashion world. Many women are raiding their grandmothers' jewelry boxes to find diamond necklaces pendants and other fashionable pieces that probably haven't been worn for decades. They also find these unique antiques online and at estate sales.

If some antique jewelry has fallen into your hands, you should learn certain guidelines before trying to sell it. The same applies to any gemstones you may have inherited, to be sure you are getting full value.

First, it is important to get a diamond appraiser to take a look at your jewelry. An expert's opinion is essential, because there are many fake diamonds and other gemstones out there being passed off as the real thing. And unless you have the right training and equipment, there is no way to distinguish between a real and fake diamond.

If you plan on getting insurance coverage on your own jewels or you just came across your grandmother's old jewelry, you definitely want something in writing regarding the appraised value of the jewels. The estimate will give you a better idea about the shape the jewels are in, and whether they have been damaged.

If you are buying antique jewelry as an investment, you need to know how much the piece is worth in today's market. The overall value depends on the value of the gems and precious metals in the piece, as well as the style and designer, and how the market values pieces of that type currently.

Many online sites and antique value books can help provide information about the market value of your diamond necklaces pendants. You can also hire an antiques appraiser with expertise in vintage jewels. Although there will be a small cost associated with this service, it may be worth it if you can more accurately know the piece's value.

Once you know the value of the vintage jewelry, including the values of the individual jewels, the precious metals that make up the piece, and its market value, vintage appeal, and popularity, you can make a decision about whether buying the piece will be a good investment.

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