الاثنين، 1 يوليو 2013

The Smart Way To Collect Jewelry

By Melba Hardy


Jewel collecting is one of the most enjoyed and loved pastime for the jewel enthusiasts. It can also be a source of profit. To collect jewelry, it does not only require a large amount of money, but some helpful skills. These skills help identify which one is good and which one is bad. If you want to indulge in such hobby or money making opportunity, the first thing you should know is how to not get cheated.

The eyes are the most important part of your body in collecting genuine jewels. Your vision observes the details to be judged, whether it be minor or major. Acuity is the essential attribute that should be shown in order to find those undamaged and high quality jewels.

There are some details that should be known about how to distinguish which one is which. Training the eye would help in attaining this goal. Of course, knowing what to look for is part of that training.

Damages and withering are always something that should be looked out for. Chipped enamel, missing or cracked stone, cloudy rhinestones, and worn plating are the most notorious problems to encounter. The given examples are irreparable. It lessens the value of the jewel. Scratches, on the other hand, are perfectly fine since it is reparable most especially to gold and silver.

Jewelries with marks of soldering are a sign that it has been repaired before. Dust around the stone can be an indicator of age. This is helpful especially in knowing which era it belongs to. If you are a beginner, you should settle first for the cheap and not so expensive jeweleries before you venture to high price items. After all, everyone starts out small before they reach big heights.

At the back of every genuine jewel is the stamps, trademarks, or signatures of the designers. The seller can show it to you if asked to do so. A fake can easily be spotted if it does not have any of the mentioned. Be wary of the weight. It is helpful to be knowledgeable of each weight.

Diamonds propose a different case. To understand it, one must know its cut, clarity, color, and carat or the four Cs. Even if it is damaged, it still holds a high price. Diamonds that give of the sparkle of a rainbow are fakes. Real diamonds shine with gray and white colors. Breathing is also helpful. If the fog vanishes within two to three seconds or less, it is real. If not, it is a fake.

If you spotted something fancy and unique while going to the jewelery shop, rarity is a thought that you should not assume. Notice that it is situated with different designs. It is a deceiving way to make sure it is one and only when really it can possibly be found on other stores. It might be expensive compared to the other stores. Among many sources that you can learn about jewel collecting are books. These can be bought in online selling sites, and book stores.

To collect jewelry, be informed of everything there is to know about collecting. It greatly lessens the chance of mistakes, especially for newbies. It is all trial and error and you will learn while you experience it firsthand.




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