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Martin, Tulsa, Okla.
A: The quote came from Lark Mason, an appraiser for PBS's "Antiques Roadshow," and was in his market predictions for 2010.
Historically, large diamonds and fine gems have performed better than money in the bank. Large and flawless stones are especially recession proof. They are protection against poor economies and political chaos.
Consider also that mines that yielded large and fine rubies, emeralds and sapphires are no more. That enhances the value of those that come into the market.
Top jewels, including large and fine diamonds, performed very well in 2009. In October, Christie's New York sold the 32.01 carat D flawless Annenberg Diamond for $7.7 million. That figures to $240,000 per carat.
In December, Christie's Hong Kong realized $10.8 million for a fancy, vivid pink five carat diamond. That's $2.1 million per carat.
Rahul Kadakia, head of the Jewelry Department at Christie's New York,cartier fake necklace, told us that fine jewelry "has a distinctive design and is clearly recognizable."
At that level, Cartier's panther jewelry, invisibly set jewels by Van Cleef Arpels, coin necklaces by Bulgari,cartier circle necklace replica, and signature pieces by hot contemporaries such as JAR and Daniel Brush, qualify.
Add great period jewelry from makers including Boucheron, Fouquet, Lalique, Cartier and others. All were the very best when made, and remain the best.
Kadakia adds that investment grade diamonds start at one carat. That means a D flawless stone selling at $25,love necklace replica,000 per carat.
At 100 carats, flawless D round stones jump to $175,000 to $200,000 per carat; fancy shape D flawless stones are about $150,000 per carat.
"What is important when investing," he added, "is that you have a good adviser who can guide you in details often overlooked, such as proportion,love necklaces for women replica, fluorescence and graining (a transparent growth in the stone)."
Top auctions accept loose stones and stones set in fine jewelry. The key is quality. Single stones at that level are often photographed unmounted. By the time a gem reaches a certain level on the market, it has been inspected and GIA certified so thoroughly that a setting impedes inspection. When setting is a factor in value and aesthetics, it will be noted.
Q: Some time ago an appraiser from I think, Sotheby's, told me my book printed in 1657 is worth about $250. How do I sell it now?
Beatrice, Tucson, Ariz.
A: The market, including the antiquarian book market, has changed since that appraisal. Value and demand might be very different today.
I'd shop the book to auction houses that sell books and manuscripts. Most major houses have dedicated sales where the book will fit.
Q: I want to get a fair price when I sell. How can I do so for old paintings, some flow blue china, an old grandfather clock, etc.? I can't have an estate sale because I live in a little house and they only do the big houses here.
Florence, Maitland, Fla.
A: Smart collectors know that "fair price" is an elastic concept that means different things to a seller or buyer. The only true price is what someone pays at a given time.
That said, your goal is to realize the most you can on goods you want to sell. First, take a realistic look at the merchandise.
Figure out what you have, factor for condition, and look on the Net and in local shops to see how others price similar items.
From images sent, I see a lot of damage and nothing of great value. An old floor clock with chimes looks promising, and the blue and white china (not seen) should be assessed. Unless you want to sell an entire household, a house sale is not warranted.
Would a local estate sale person put your goods into one of their sales? If so, be sure to get a contract listing items and estimated sale prices.
Another option is consignment in a shop, but that can run to 50 percent or more of the sale. Local auction is another possibility. Be sure to research your seller.
Collector QuizQ: The newest twist in the art of watch making is "scratch" mechanical watches made by individual watchmakers.
Martin, Tulsa, Okla.
A: The quote came from Lark Mason, an appraiser for PBS's "Antiques Roadshow," and was in his market predictions for 2010.
Historically, large diamonds and fine gems have performed better than money in the bank. Large and flawless stones are especially recession proof. They are protection against poor economies and political chaos.
Consider also that mines that yielded large and fine rubies, emeralds and sapphires are no more. That enhances the value of those that come into the market.
Top jewels, including large and fine diamonds, performed very well in 2009. In October, Christie's New York sold the 32.01 carat D flawless Annenberg Diamond for $7.7 million. That figures to $240,000 per carat.
In December, Christie's Hong Kong realized $10.8 million for a fancy, vivid pink five carat diamond. That's $2.1 million per carat.
Rahul Kadakia, head of the Jewelry Department at Christie's New York,cartier fake necklace, told us that fine jewelry "has a distinctive design and is clearly recognizable."
At that level, Cartier's panther jewelry, invisibly set jewels by Van Cleef Arpels, coin necklaces by Bulgari,cartier circle necklace replica, and signature pieces by hot contemporaries such as JAR and Daniel Brush, qualify.
Add great period jewelry from makers including Boucheron, Fouquet, Lalique, Cartier and others. All were the very best when made, and remain the best.
Kadakia adds that investment grade diamonds start at one carat. That means a D flawless stone selling at $25,love necklace replica,000 per carat.
At 100 carats, flawless D round stones jump to $175,000 to $200,000 per carat; fancy shape D flawless stones are about $150,000 per carat.
"What is important when investing," he added, "is that you have a good adviser who can guide you in details often overlooked, such as proportion,love necklaces for women replica, fluorescence and graining (a transparent growth in the stone)."
Top auctions accept loose stones and stones set in fine jewelry. The key is quality. Single stones at that level are often photographed unmounted. By the time a gem reaches a certain level on the market, it has been inspected and GIA certified so thoroughly that a setting impedes inspection. When setting is a factor in value and aesthetics, it will be noted.
Q: Some time ago an appraiser from I think, Sotheby's, told me my book printed in 1657 is worth about $250. How do I sell it now?
Beatrice, Tucson, Ariz.
A: The market, including the antiquarian book market, has changed since that appraisal. Value and demand might be very different today.
I'd shop the book to auction houses that sell books and manuscripts. Most major houses have dedicated sales where the book will fit.
Q: I want to get a fair price when I sell. How can I do so for old paintings, some flow blue china, an old grandfather clock, etc.? I can't have an estate sale because I live in a little house and they only do the big houses here.
Florence, Maitland, Fla.
A: Smart collectors know that "fair price" is an elastic concept that means different things to a seller or buyer. The only true price is what someone pays at a given time.
That said, your goal is to realize the most you can on goods you want to sell. First, take a realistic look at the merchandise.
Figure out what you have, factor for condition, and look on the Net and in local shops to see how others price similar items.
From images sent, I see a lot of damage and nothing of great value. An old floor clock with chimes looks promising, and the blue and white china (not seen) should be assessed. Unless you want to sell an entire household, a house sale is not warranted.
Would a local estate sale person put your goods into one of their sales? If so, be sure to get a contract listing items and estimated sale prices.
Another option is consignment in a shop, but that can run to 50 percent or more of the sale. Local auction is another possibility. Be sure to research your seller.
Collector QuizQ: The newest twist in the art of watch making is "scratch" mechanical watches made by individual watchmakers.
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