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How to Authenticate Jewelry Accurately & Cleaning Techniques

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Knowing how to authenticate jewelry is crucial for both collectors and sellers. Making sure your pieces are real can safeguard the worth of your investment and enable you to recognize the genuine value of what you have collected. The magnet test is one of the most common methods. The acid test is another dependable method.

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CCG Acquires JSA in Blockbuster Deal

WorthPoint

Certified Collectibles Group recently announced its acquisition of James Spence Authentication. Image courtesy: Certified Collectibles Group The sporting world is well known for major deals, but these deals mainly revolve around players. The news broke in mid-March, with an official statement on both companies’ websites.

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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

Invaluable

Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. These works of art make timeless and compelling additions to any collection, small or large. To collect Chinese art, one must first understand the references that exist in each piece.

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Evaluating Your Collection

Penrose Appraisals

So you've started a collection. Or maybe you've been collecting for years. As the cliche goes, if you can think of something, there is someone who is collecting it. The phenomenon of collecting is universal. Follow them, and you will be sure to get more and more pleasure out of your collecting activities.

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The Ups and Downs of Collecting Celluloid Jewelry

WorthPoint

Her collection of jewelry, especially the eye-catching bracelets she wore frequently, was massive. Seeing those sparkly bangles got me thinking about collecting and dealing in celluloid jewelry and the highs and lows the stewards of those items encounter. Lines and striations were added to make it look more authentic.

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How to Identify Vintage Fur Coats

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Authentic fur coats are timeless pieces often made from real fur and crafted with techniques that speak to the artistry of fur production. Burn Test : While not always feasible, burning a small strand of fur can reveal authenticity. Real fur is attached to a leather or suede backing, indicative of genuine fur production.

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Antique vs. Vintage Jewelry: What’s the Difference?

John Thomas Jewelers

Understanding the differences between the two can help you appreciate their unique charms and make informed decisions when adding these treasures to your jewelry collection. Skilled artisans of the past used traditional techniques, intricate detailing, and hand-finishing to create exquisite pieces that have stood the test of time.

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