Ring Markings Question: I purchased an antique and diamond ring recently.
GOLD METAL TESTING KIT WITH 5 NEEDLES
Price: $51.90 USD
The only markings inside the band are either “698″ or “693″. It actually looks like 698 on one side and 693 on the other.
I had it tested. The jeweler said it does not test gold, silver or […]
Antique Platinum Ring Question: I recently purchased an antique platinum filigree diamond engagement ring.
Hallmarks of the Southwest (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Price: $30.04 USD
It has hallmarks located on the inside of the band.
I’ve been unable to find any markings that look similar.
The marks include a triangle (delta shaped), an uppercase K, and what appears to be […]
Makers make help. 70’s style gold ring with 8 diamonds and large garnet Question: Hi there.
Jewelry in Europe and America: New Times, New Thinking
Lowest used price: $35.00 USD
I have an early style 1970’s ring. 18CT. The design is like lattice gold bars that have 8 small diamonds set in pairs and a central red garnet […]
14K Watch Case Locket Question: I’ve been hoping to find out who made this but it seems like gold marks are NOT as definitive as silver.
Collector’s Encyclopedia of Pendant and Pocket Watches 1500-1950: Identification and Values (Collector’s Encyclopedia)
Price: $14.50 USD
I haven’t been able to find anything on the Internet.
If I were to go to the […]
Antique Wedding Ring (Hallmark)?
Question: I have a wedding ring which would be from the early to mid 1800’s (I believe).
Kovels’ American Silver Marks
Price: $40.00 USD
The mark inside looks like a sideways M or W and a mark like this >H< (kinda like that) looks like a little tree or something.
I am assuming it is how […]