If you’re a fan of antique jewels, determining the age and authenticity of an item can be tricky. It is particularly difficult if you are making the purchase sight unseen over the internet, or on good faith of the word of the seller. Megan Austin discusses the intricacies involved when attempting to determine the age and authenticity of a jewel.
Read MoreHow can you ensure you are buying a genuine original antique and not a replica? Many traditional antique styles are reproduced today, and some are so cleverly executed they could outwit even the most savvy of buyers. Megan Austin discusses the intricacies involved when attempting to separate an antique from a replica.
Read MoreImagine investing your hard-earned cash in a rare pink diamond for your Superfund, only to discover that it’s worth 2.5% of its supposed value. Megan Austin explains the benefits of having your online purchase checked by a National Council Of Jewellery Valuers (NCJV) registered valuer.
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