Valuing & Selling Jewelry: Costume, Pearls, Ivory Necklaces, Rings, Bracelets, Gemstones by Dr. Lori

Watch Ph.D. Antiques Appraiser Dr. Lori share expert secrets to valuing & selling jewelry and gemstones. Discover #howto sell valuable necklaces made of coral and elephant ivory as a common ivory selling myth is debunked. See Dr. Lori appraise an antique crystal necklace and bracelet set in Sterling silver from the Art Deco period. Art Deco now is very important. Plus, a string of Mikimoto pearls with a 14 carat gold clasp are appraised which are marked with a letter M and number 750 that were bought at an online auction. Don't miss how to identify pearls for value not using stupid tests you find on the internet and tips to store pearls properly for value.

Dr. Lori also values an unmarked vintage costume jewelry necklace with rhinestones as she shares a list of maker's marks you can easily find on costume jewelry at the thrift store. See why you might not find marks on a ring as Dr. Lori uses a ring in a 10 carat gold setting as an example. Plus, an estate sale find necklace is featured with a barrel clasp and gold and Burmese rubies. Watch why the clasp is important to spotting value as you learn the different marks for gold to look for. Also, see a popular pocket watch marked Sears and Roebuck.

Ask Dr. Lori about valuing & selling jewelry that you think are #thriftstorefinds and #bargains. Attend her antiques appraisal events near you or submit photos on Dr. Lori's website.