Why trust Robert Harris Jewellers with your purchase of vintage jewellery
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Our Selection of Ancient Jewellery, Victorian Jewellery and Art Deco Jewellery has Something for Everyone.
Offering a piece of culture from iconic eras, these wonderful pre-owned gold jewellery items make an exceptional keepsakes for you or a loved one. Our vintage 9-carat gold gemstone charms are also ideal collectables for any avid vintage or antique jewellery lover to add to their wishlist. These pendant charms can be bought alongside our collection of chains, which features beautifully crafted curb chains, belcher chains, and rope chains.
Our second-hand brooches and pins are staple items of vintage, Edwardian and Victorian jewellery, some featuring gemstones and cameos often made in beautiful designs.
We have plenty of jewellery from various time periods which can be found in our collections of signet rings, wedding rings, cufflinks, figaro chains, and stud earrings, which come in fantastic variations of white gold, rose gold, and some diamond set.
As well as our as vintage jewellery, we also offer a wide choice to include antique gold and Art Deco jewellery such as diamond engagement rings, charm bracelets and women’s gold hoop earrings. In addition we stock contemporary gold and sterling silver jewellery for a more modern look.
Every single item on our website has been expertly handpicked by one of our experienced team to promise the highest quality possible – and can arrive at your door with our free delivery worldwide.
Please give us a call on +44(0)1923 779 325 if you have any questions and we will talk you through whatever you need. Alternatively, we are based in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, just outside London, if you would like to visit us in-store.
FAQ’s
How much is used gold jewellery worth?
Used gold jewellery, whether antique or vintage, is valued higher than just the materials it is made from because of the unique design of each piece and the fact that many designs can no longer be duplicated. Further to this, good quality vintage jewellery can last beyond a lifetime, making it a great long term investment that can be handed down the generations.
What is the difference between antique gold and normal gold?
To be classed as antique, jewellery needs to be a hundred years old or more. Antique gold often has a warmer colour than modern gold, sometimes having a more of a copper tone. Antique jewellery can be significantly more valuable, because many items are beautifully designed one-of-a-kind pieces making them rare and highly desirable.
Which gold carat is best?
The best carat of gold depends on your individual needs for the jewellery piece. While 24-carat gold is the highest carat (100% pure gold), it is much softer than other carats, meaning it can wear easier over time. 9ct, 14ct, or 18ct gold is a good option for everyday jewellery, and if treated well will last beyond a lifetime.
What antique jewellery is most valuable?
Much antique jewellery is very valuable, such as gold rings in intricate designs, or items that feature rare, high quality gemstones that have been manufactured to a high standard. Other antique jewellery from certain time periods and eras such as Georgian, Art Deco and Art Noveau are very desirable which in turn can make them worth considerable amounts. The condition, designer, precious metals and gemstones used count towards an item’s value. Diamond jewellery, such as diamond rings and diamond earrings which often fetch high prices.