The Top Reasons To Invest In Antique Jewelry
by Angel Torres
Why buy antique jewelry? You've always gone by the motto, "newer is better." But this isn't always true. Before you invest in a new ring, bracelet, necklace, or other pieces, take a look at the top reasons to choose an antique.
You Want To Own A Piece of History
According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Information Center, antiques are items that are 100 years of age or older. This means an antique piece is at least one century old. The age of the ring, necklace, or other bauble is more than just a number. A century-old (or possibly even centuries-old) piece of jewelry comes with a rich history. Whether the historical aspect that interests you is the period of time, the owner, or the designer/creator, your antique investment tells a story that a new piece of jewelry can't.
You Want A Sustainable Option
Not only do antiques come with rich histories, but they are also eco-friendly options. The ability to reuse and upcycle older items can save valuable resources and energy. Antique pieces don't strain the Earth's natural resources and won't require electricity or another fuel source to manufacture. Instead, you will become the new owner of an existing item.
You Want Something Nobody Else Has
While an antique doesn't always equal one in a million, many of these pieces are now uncommon. Unlike modern items that are made in large-scale factories, older jewelry-making methods typically didn't include mass production. Jewelers and designers crafted individual pieces or made a few of one item. The resulting rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and other antiques are now few and far between. This means you won't have the same piece that everyone in your office, social circle, or other group is already wearing.
You Prefer A Historical Or Retro Style
Does a specific time period speak to you? If you prefer a vintage look, but don't want a modern-day piece that is made with a nod to nostalgia, an antique is an option to explore. Unlike vintage jewelry (which is made in a time period-like style), antiques are real representations of history.
You Want A Special Gift To Give
Whether it's your wedding day, anniversary, or another special celebration, you want to gift your love with something that has true meaning. An antique is more than just something to wear. These pieces come with stories. Through the authentication process, antique jewelry services providers and sellers learn more about each item's individual backstory and history. The seller can then pass on this information to their customers—helping them to create a new meaning that is rooted in a love story, warm family moment, or another similar type of story from the past.
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About Me
About a month ago, I started thinking about the kinds of jewelry I was choosing. It occurred to me that I really needed to start looking for classier pieces since most of my jewelry was pretty loud and annoying. I thought that it was sending the wrong vibe to customers, and I was right. After choosing classier pave pieces, I got a better response from clients. This blog is all about finding better jewelry pieces and knowing which styles and themes to avoid in the workplace. You never know, a few small changes could really improve the response you get from customers.