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The following is a list of tips or guidelines on determining the monetary value of collectible costume jewelry. The old adage "an item is worth what someone is willing to pay for it" certainly applies in the field of collectible costume jewelry. |
Tip One: Signatures The presence of a high-end signature does not guarantee a high collectible value. Most makers produced jewelry at several different price points. Only the top-quality jewelry no matter the maker or the signature will command top-dollar. |
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Tip Two: Condition, condition, condition.
Even a small flaw can greatly impact the value of an item.
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Tip Three: Rarity. Rarity is a
function of supply and demand. To command top-dollar in the
collectible market a piece must not only be rare, but it must
also be something collectors want to acquire.
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Tip Four: Sets, suites, demi-parures,
parures. Matching groups add to value.
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Tip Five: Sometimes, provenance can increase
value. Provenance can refer to a family heirloom, a
piece acquired from the estate of a prominent person, or
provenance can simply be a knowledge of the original
owner/source of the piece.
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