Jewels are a luxury for a few, vintage ones are truly exclusive . Their peculiarity is their uniqueness : they are products that are no longer found on the market, made by artisans with techniques that are often no longer reproducible and have such a quality that they often become museum pieces. Rings, hinged bracelets with garnets and jaspers, fringe necklaces but also brooches if they are vintage probably come from private collections and failed bank auctions.
The value of a jewel depends on the period of production, the manufacturing and the value of the gems . Antique jewels can be a passion dictated by personal taste, but for many it is also an investment destined to return over time (be careful to obtain a Gemological Certificate that attests to the type of precious stone present in the jewel).
Daily maintenance of vintage jewelry is very important. However, there are some stones that cannot be cleaned independently but require the intervention of a professional, such as pearls and emeralds, which require more delicate techniques. Normally, however, vintage jewelry can be cleaned with a toothbrush and warm soapy water , rinsed with warm water and dried with a soft cloth.
Collecting vintage jewelry means preserving it in the best possible way : each jewel should be placed in its own case and in particular necklaces must be laid out flat and closed in such a way as to avoid the possible formation of knots that could ruin them. In general it is better to separate the jewels according to type , avoiding contact and therefore the possibility of them rubbing and ruining.