Three Factors That Determine the Value of Estate Jewelry

Intrinsic value:

• Solid gold or platinum vs. gold plating, gold filled
• Diamond vs. man made stone, precious color vs. semi precious color

Condition:

• Are stones chipped? Is jewelry damaged or are parts missing?

Saleability:

• Popular time period. The item is not too big or too small.

When all three factors are positive, then the item has the most value.