Antique jewelry appraisal, online
That inherited ring or brooch you keep meaning to look into, what is it really worth? Our team researches your antique jewelry and sends a thorough, plain-English value report in 3 days.
Structured research, reviewed for clarity
Each piece is researched from several angles, comparable auction and dealer sales for similar items, an assessment of the metal and any gemstones, an estimate of period and style, and a careful read of hallmarks, karat marks, and maker's signatures. Our team weighs what is original against what has been repaired or replaced, then assembles the findings into a plain-English report with an estimated range and the reasoning behind it. Every report is reviewed by our team before it reaches you.
What affects the value of antique jewelry
Jewelry value rarely rests on a single feature. Our research weighs several together to reach a credible range, the way a seasoned dealer would size up a piece at the counter.
Metal, hallmarks & maker
The metal and its purity set a floor, but the marks tell the story. Karat stamps, assay hallmarks, and a maker's signature help place where and when a piece was made, and a documented workshop can lift value well beyond the gold weight alone.
Gemstones, condition & originality
Stones are judged on cut, color, clarity, and whether they are original to the setting. Period-correct mounts, intact prongs, and an untouched finish generally add value, while replaced stones, re-shanked bands, or later repairs can pull it down.
Comparable sales
In the end, value is what similar pieces have actually sold for recently. Our team looks at real auction and dealer results, not asking prices, to ground the estimate in today's market.
Why a signed piece can be worth far more
A signature from a recognized house, the kind found on period Cartier, Tiffany, or Georg Jensen work, can change an estimate dramatically, sometimes outweighing the metal and stones combined. The same design left unsigned tells a different story. Reading these marks correctly takes comparison against documented examples, which is a large part of what our research covers before we settle on a range.
Inherited a jewelry box or a whole collection?
Start with the pieces you are most curious about, or photograph the lot and submit your standouts first. For estates and larger groups of more than ten items, our team can research the collection together, which is often the clearest way to handle a downsizing or a division among family. When you are ready, submit your item and we will take it from there.
A few reports we've delivered
Illustrative: Edwardian platinum and diamond filigree ring, circa 1910
$1,800 – $2,800
Illustrative: Victorian 15ct gold mourning brooch with seed pearls, circa 1870
$400 – $650
Illustrative: Art Deco sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, 1920s to 1930s
$2,500 – $4,000
Illustrative: Mid-century 14K gold charm bracelet with assorted charms
$600 – $900Estimated ranges shown to guide research — not official appraisals for insurance, tax, or legal use. Illustrative examples.
Questions, answered honestly
How old does something have to be to be an antique?
As a rule of thumb, an antique is generally at least 100 years old. Items roughly 20–99 years old are usually called “vintage,” and the line shifts by category — but age alone never sets value. A 60-year-old designer piece can be worth far more than a century-old everyday object.
What affects the value of my item?
Value comes from a combination of factors: who made it, its age and rarity, condition, originality, provenance (its documented history), and — most of all — what comparable pieces have actually sold for recently. Our research weighs each of these to produce an estimated range.
I’ve inherited a collection — what do I do?
Start with the pieces you’re most curious about, or the ones you suspect are most valuable. Submit them individually, or for more than ten items use our white-glove service and we’ll research the whole batch together at a tailored rate.
Is this an official appraisal?
No. Every report is a thorough, researched estimate to guide your research — not an official appraisal for insurance, tax, or legal purposes. For those uses you’ll want a certified appraiser, and our report is a great, fast first step before that.
How accurate is a researched value report?
Our research is based on real comparable sales and a structured assessment of condition, era, and maker. It’s designed to give you a credible, well-researched estimate quickly. Like any estimate it isn’t a guarantee of sale price, which is why we always give a range rather than a single number.
“I had a vase from my grandmother and no idea where to start. The report was detailed, fast, and honest about the range.”
“Three days, a fair price, and a genuinely useful breakdown of comparable sales. Far better than waiting weeks.”
“Loved that it was upfront about being an estimate. It gave me exactly what I needed before talking to an auction house.”
Illustrative examples shown during launch — verified customer reviews will replace these as reports are delivered.
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