If you’re looking to add a touch of vintage glamour to your wardrobe, then vintage jewellery is the perfect way to do it. But what exactly is vintage jewellery? And how is it different from other types of pre-owned jewellery?
Here’s a quick guide to help you understand the difference between vintage, secondhand and pre-owned jewellery.
Vintage Jewellery:
This refers to pieces that are at least 20 years old and often much older. However, some people would argue that vintage jewellery must be at least 50 years old to be truly considered vintage. Vintage jewellery is typically made from high quality materials like gold, silver and platinum, and features intricate designs that are no longer being produced today.
Secondhand Jewellery:
This term usually refers to pieces that are less than 20 years old, but not brand new. Secondhand jewellery may have been worn before, or it may be an item that was previously owned but has never been worn.
Pre-Owned Jewellery
This term usually refers to brand new pieces that have been gently used before. Pre-owned jewellery is often sold at a lower price than new pieces because the buyer is getting a “pre-loved” item instead of a brand new one.
Antique jewellery
is a sub-category of vintage jewellery. Antique jewellery is at least 100 years old, and often much older. These pieces are quite rare and super expensive, so we do not go this lane.
What types of the vintage jewellery there are?
Vintage jewellery can range in style from Art Deco pieces from the 1920s to mid-century modern pieces from the 1950s. Vintage jewellery is often more expensive than contemporary jewellery, but it can be a great investment piece.
In terms of metals and stones, vintage jewellery is known to be posher and have a higher quality of gold. A vintage jeweller with rubies, emeralds and diamonds are quite ubiquitous
What vintage jewellery is worth buying?
If you’re looking to invest in vintage jewellery, then it’s important to do your research first. Make sure you know the difference between vintage and antique jewellery, and familiarise yourself with different styles and periods.
It’s also a good idea to find a reputable vintage jeweller who can help you find pieces that are both beautiful and valuable. Here I am to help you find the perfect vintage piece for your collection.
Where to buy vintage jewellery?
If you’re interested in vintage jewellery, then it’s important to know where to buy it. The best place to find vintage and antique jewellery is at an auction house or a specialist dealer. You can also find vintage jewellery at some high-end department stores, but it’s important to make sure that you’re buying from a reputable source.
My recent discovery is a scouted vintage jewellery collection by Lil Milan. Their team selected each item carefully before you purchase it. Their team of experienced Italian jewellers cleaned and polished all the items, so you can barely tell that those are older than you!
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To conclude, vintage jewellery is a great way to add a touch of glamour and sophistication to your wardrobe. If you’re looking to invest in vintage jewellery, make sure you do your research first and find a reputable vintage jeweller. I hope this guide has been helpful in teaching you the difference between vintage, secondhand and pre-owned jewellery!
