Second hand

Second hand jewellery items are just as wonderful as new jewellery items. There is something quite special about owning your very own piece of history. Having the item appraised is not only beneficial, but also vital. Second hand sales can often leave a lot of questions unanswered. Such questions are the condition and the quality of the item itself. A second hand valuation will be able to remove any concerns that you may have of the item’s worth

What happens in a valuation of second hand items?

For second hand valuations, your diamond valuer will be mostly looking at the condition of the item. This will include inspecting the overall piece, as well as its quality. They will also look at whether the description matches the item itself. Some other things they will look at are:

• Whether any gems or diamonds found are GIA certified.
• Whether the item has any blemishes or scratches that can be seen.
• Whether the diamonds are genuine.
• The longevity of the item in the near future.
• How desirable the item is under today’s market standards.

Second hand items operate under different market controls as opposed to new pieces. A second hand jewellery appraisal is the best way to find the actual value of the piece, and whether it is worth your investment.

Benefits of second hand jewellery valuations

Apart from finding out whether the item is genuine or not, second hand diamond appraisals are great for finding out the value of the piece. The second hand market is prone to many changes in prices, except for gold which is held to a worldwide standard. Thus, a second hand valuation of your item is a certificate of its true worth. Second hand appraisals are also vital if you wish to have the item insured at a later date, as many providers are reluctant to cover pieces of this nature.