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 platinum, however, the opal and diamonds are real and appear to be of good quality.
Any ideas on what this number means?
Thank you.
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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 a crescent.
There are other marks, but I can’t readily see what they are. Could any of these help identify the origin of the ring?
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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 almost 1CM long.
On the inside of the band has “18CT” and on the opposite side has either:
(the is “is” hard to read) engraved.
Any help would be great!!
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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.
Price: $14.50 USD
I haven’t been able to find anything on the Internet.
If I were to go to the library what books would you suggest?
I look in to see if I can find info on my Grandmother’s locket?
Thanks!
Posted in Fair Advice, Locket, Silver Jewelry, Watch Case by: gemmo1
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Antique Wedding Ring (Hallmark)?
Question: I have a wedding ring which would be from the early to mid 1800’s (I believe).
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 the used to mark gold like 14k or 18k, but I can’t find any info online for how gold used to be marked.
Posted in Antique Wedding Ring, Gold and Silver marks, Hallmarks, Old Hallmark by: gemmo1
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Markings on Bridal Ring Set: Question: I was wondering if you could tell me what the markings on the inside of a bridal ring set I purchased at a pawn shop might be?
Its has the following marks:
“14K 2 PAT. Art Lock”.
Accessorizing The Bride: Vintage Wedding Finery Through The Decades
Price: $33.89 USD
Thank you for your time.
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gold bracelet marks
Question: Hi I have a vintage gold bangle bracelet.
it is marked C.E.H. Co. 1/4 Gold do you have any idea what this means?
Around 1930’s the bracelet was made is inscribed on inside..Thanks
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Beauty Of An Australian Opal Bracelet brought to you by guest writer - JulieAnne Williams
My Australian opal bracelet is probably my most prized possession.
The bracelet part itself is made of beautiful white gold of a high purity (although I could not tell you the carat of it, as I rarely pay attention to such things.) It is made with an intricate Celtic weaving design which looks just absolutely stunning on my wrists.
There are all sorts of swirls and crosses, zigzags and flowers flowing in a continuous pattern all around the perimeter of the Australian opal bracelet. The best part of the bracelet, however, is the beautiful opal stone at the center of it.
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Identifying Information
Question: Hello. I am hoping that you can help me to identify the manufacturer and approximate date of a garnet necklace.
The reverse of the necklace is marked STG.SIL (all upper-case) and FBW (all upper-case). After some research, I believe that the silver hallmark may indicate that this was manufacturer in Australia or NZ…
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How to Sell A Diamond When You’re Broke
There are many reasons why you may want to sell a diamond that you own.
Perhaps you’ve gotten divorced, or you are strapped for cash. The reasons why don’t really matter – getting the best possible price is what counts! The way to obtain the best price for the diamond is to not be in a rush. Slow down, and carefully consider all of your options because there are many…
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