Further to yesterdays blog, an example of a description for a vintage gold pendant seen for sale from a jeweller is:
Weight (grams) | 9.10 |
Fineness | 18ct |
Metal | Yellow Gold |
Additional Measurements | Locket Length 4.7cm Locket Width 23.6cm |
Hallmark | Birmingham, Worn Hallmark |
Condition | Excellent – Very little surface wear in keeping with general age of piece |
Length | 25.00 inches |
Buying vintage gold jewellery is not the most efficient way of investing in gold, but serves as a dual purpose, as a nice item of jewellery to wear and an investment in gold. We will talk further about gold jewellery in later articles.