Jewelry Antiques of the 20th Century

The popular collections of antiques typically include fully functional furniture made from specific periods of time. Because it didn’t rely on mass production and power tools, antique furniture is often more durable and of greater value than most of the stuff made today. Collecting antique furniture usually requires some knowledge about age, how many pieces remain usable today, its condition and use, along with some of the unique features built into a piece of furniture.

The value of antique furniture isn’t determined so much by its age, but rather by the appearance and condition of the piece. For… Continue reading Collecting Antique Furniture: The Basics

Antique Platinum Ring Question: I recently purchased an antique platinum filigree diamond engagement ring.

Hallmarks of the Southwest (Schiffer Book for Collectors)

Price: $30.04 USD

It has hallmarks located on the inside of the band.

I’ve been unable to find any markings that look similar.

The marks include a triangle (delta shaped), an uppercase K, and what appears to be a crescent.

There are other marks, but I can’t readily see what they are. Could any of these help identify the origin of the ring?… Continue reading Antique Platinum Filgree Ring

14K Watch Case Locket Question: I’ve been hoping to find out who made this but it seems like gold marks are NOT as definitive as silver.

Collector’s Encyclopedia of Pendant and Pocket Watches 1500-1950: Identification and Values (Collector’s Encyclopedia)

Price: $14.50 USD

I haven’t been able to find anything on the Internet.

If I were to go to the library what books would you suggest?

I look in to see if I can find info on my Grandmother’s locket?

Thanks!… Continue reading 14K Watch Case Locket

Antique Wedding Ring (Hallmark)?

Question: I have a wedding ring which would be from the early to mid 1800’s (I believe).

Kovels’ American Silver Marks

Price: $40.00 USD

The mark inside looks like a sideways M or W and a mark like this >H< (kinda like that) looks like a little tree or something.

I am assuming it is how the used to mark gold like 14k or 18k, but I can’t find any info online for how gold used to be marked.… Continue reading Antique Wedding Ring (Hallmark)?

Question: HI David,

I have inherited a ring which is quite old. I know its origin is the UK. It has a makers mark of J.H&S, the number 9, the number 375, an anchor, and a letter k in italics.

I am just wondering if you could help me with the age of this ring, and possibly the makers mark,

Kind regards

Chey

To see the answer…… Continue reading Antique Hallmark