Who Buys — Vintage Jewelry

For items over $500, a professional GIA-certified appraisal helps verify stones and metal quality.

If your jewelry is rare, highly valuable, or a "investment-grade" piece, an auction can spark a bidding war. who buys vintage jewelry

Look for tiny stamps (e.g., "14K," "750," or maker’s marks) to identify the maker and metal purity. For items over $500, a professional GIA-certified appraisal

Best for signed pieces (Cartier, Tiffany, etc.) or high-quality gemstones. They often pay a premium for stones they can use in custom designs. Best for signed pieces (Cartier, Tiffany, etc

If you'd like, I can help you of your jewelry or draft a listing for an online shop. Just tell me: What stamps or marks do you see on the piece? Are there gemstones , and what color are they?

Sotheby’s or Christie’s handle high-end estate jewelry and famous designer brands.