Somebody's Gotta Buy This Piece!

[lala646]

Wild! It sold on eBay for that amount?

No, auction house. So @luluma made a good point, as there would have been additional charges involved. And I didn't intend to disparage the seller, to be fair. That's how the antiques business works, right? Stuff needs to be sourced from somewhere. I just always image search things, whether it's to look for comps, or end up learning a bit about its origin. Sometimes you find nothing, and sometimes you get a surprise.

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

www.sheffieldauctiongallery.com

 

[Dreamer_D]

No, auction house. So @luluma made a good point, as there would have been additional charges involved. And I didn't intend to disparage the seller, to be fair. That's how the antiques business works, right? Stuff needs to be sourced from somewhere. I just always image search things, whether it's to look for comps, or end up learning a bit about its origin. Sometimes you find nothing, and sometimes you get a surprise.

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

www.sheffieldauctiongallery.com

Gotcha! Well that’s a different story as I would never buy from a random local auction and so if a reseller wants to haunt those and sell on eBay/etsy more power to them I guess. It’s still a great price! And with option to return/buyer protections on eBay.

 

[RRfromR]

No, auction house. So @luluma made a good point, as there would have been additional charges involved. And I didn't intend to disparage the seller, to be fair. That's how the antiques business works, right? Stuff needs to be sourced from somewhere. I just always image search things, whether it's to look for comps, or end up learning a bit about its origin. Sometimes you find nothing, and sometimes you get a surprise.

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

www.sheffieldauctiongallery.com

The total cost with the fees was around 500, so the profit margin is approx. 33%

 

[RRfromR]

I don't know anything about opal but this looks nice. And expensive too.

 

[caf]

No, auction house. So @luluma made a good point, as there would have been additional charges involved. And I didn't intend to disparage the seller, to be fair. That's how the antiques business works, right? Stuff needs to be sourced from somewhere. I just always image search things, whether it's to look for comps, or end up learning a bit about its origin. Sometimes you find nothing, and sometimes you get a surprise.

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

Lot 200 - A Seven Stone Diamond Set Bar Brooch,

www.sheffieldauctiongallery.com

Image searching is very clever!

 

[Mreader]

 

[Lookinagain]

Thank you. I was also thinking that at a minimum they could size it and make it a bit of an oval. That wouldn't bother me either, and probably would help to diminish any spinning, which is a plus. Thank you for all of your comments on this ring, you have a better eye than I do, so the insight is appreciated.

Just to close the loop, the local jeweler that I use for minor things has resized it for me. On his and my mandrels, it really was a 7, not a 6.75 as listed (authentication didn't deal with this). So we discussed it and he felt he could still bring it down to 5.75 if I was willing to take it a bit out of round as @Dreamer_D figured. But considering the amount of downsizing and the setting, I'm very happy. It is a 5.75, but slightly out of round, which I told him was okay.


now if only my knuckles hadn't gotten bigger over the years, because otherwise I
would probably wear a 5.5 or even a bit smaller.

 

[Mreader]

Just to close the loop, the local jeweler that I use for minor things has resized it for me. On his and my mandrels, it really was a 7, not a 6.75 as listed (authentication didn't deal with this). So we discussed it and he felt he could still bring it down to 5.75 if I was willing to take it a bit out of round as @Dreamer_D figured. But considering the amount of downsizing and the setting, I'm very happy. It is a 5.75, but slightly out of round, which I told him was okay.


now if only my knuckles hadn't gotten bigger over the years, because otherwise, I'd wear more like a 5.5. View attachment 971695

It looks great. Can we see a distance shot?

 

[Lookinagain]

It looks great. Can we see a distance shot?

This is just a quick one

 

[Mreader]

This is just a quick one

So pretty! And I love the dog in the background

 

[Lookinagain]

So pretty! And I love the dog in the background

He's my quirky rescue baby!

 

[Dreamer_D]

This is just a quick one

Stunning and so unique too! I don’t think I have seen quite these proportions on an antique piece before. Did your jeweler think the mount was old too?

 

[Rfisher]

Not a screaming awesome deal, but might be a decent deal for someone?

 

[Lookinagain]

Stunning and so unique too! I don’t think I have seen quite these proportions on an antique piece before. Did your jeweler think the mount was old too?

Yes. As soon as he looked at it he said “antique”. I haven’t looked up the the name of the maker but will do.

 

[lovedogs]

Potentially good deals:

https://www.therealreal.com/products/jewelry/rings/eternity-band/18k-1-00ctw-diamond-eternity-band-lk930

https://www.therealreal.com/products/jewelry/rings/band/ring-14k-2-00ctw-diamond-band-lg8tp

https://www.therealreal.com/products/jewelry/rings/band/hearts-on-fire-18k-diamond-signature-eternity-band-lkcsq

https://www.therealreal.com/products/jewelry/rings/band/alfieri-st-john-18k-1-08ctw-diamond-eternity-band-lmp39

 

[Grymera]

Not cheap but soooooooo pretty https://www.ebay.com/itm/1264075106...ggplg==|tkp:BlBMUMis7r71Yw&LH_ItemCondition=4

 

[Grymera]

Speaking of Wilson's.... You could not make this for the price.

Contemporary 2.84 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds-By-The-Yard Necklace

Comprised of cable link chain featuring bezel set diamond stations Baguette, marquise, and round brilliant cut alternating in pattern Weighing approximately 2.84 carats total G/H color with VS2 clarity Completed by lobster clasp closure Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 2000s Width at widest: 1/8...

www.wilsonsestatejewelry.com

 

[Mreader]

I wish this fit me. Size 4

https://www.therealreal.com/products/jewelry/rings/eternity-band/platinum-diamond-eternity-band-j4ntk

Update. I bought this because I could not stop thinking about it and they lowered the price
again. I was hoping the size would be incorrect because TRR often is. It was only a little bit larger than a 4 though. DK said he did not think he could get it up to a five. I took it to a local shop and they were able to shave the inside and bring it very close.

I’m not usually a fan of princess cut stones, but these are very small and all you see is shimmer. I really love it!




Vid here

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[Ibrakeforpossums]

That looks fabulous on you! I'm having a thing about princesses lately, have one coming from B2C next week. Your band is TDF, I'm glad you took a chance on fit.

 

[caf]

Speaking of Wilson's.... You could not make this for the price.

Contemporary 2.84 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds-By-The-Yard Necklace

Comprised of cable link chain featuring bezel set diamond stations Baguette, marquise, and round brilliant cut alternating in pattern Weighing approximately 2.84 carats total G/H color with VS2 clarity Completed by lobster clasp closure Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 2000s Width at widest: 1/8...

www.wilsonsestatejewelry.com

10% off at check out they say

 

[Grymera]

@caf - Oooooooh this is so tempting. I can't. Someone else needs to buy it!

@Mreader That's an INSANE deal!!! Congrats! It looks so expensive and beautiful in person!

 

[Mreader]

@caf - Oooooooh this is so tempting. I can't. Someone else needs to buy it!

@Mreader That's an INSANE deal!!! Congrats! It looks so expensive and beautiful in person!

Thank you! I was pretty pleased with myself

 

[lovedogs]

Forgot if I shared this or not!

Larger size eternity band:

Antique Art Deco Floral Ring 18k Gold Size 9.5 Wedding Band Stackable | eBay

Coins, Notes & Bullion. Custom Jewelry. The inside of the band is engraved EPH to LC June 27th 1889. Silver & Flatware. Band / Shank Width: 3 mm. [SKU: B26664]. Fraternity & Organizations. Rise Above Finger: 2 mm.

www.ebay.com

 

[Dreamer_D]

Forgot if I shared this or not!

Larger size eternity band:

Antique Art Deco Floral Ring 18k Gold Size 9.5 Wedding Band Stackable | eBay

Coins, Notes & Bullion. Custom Jewelry. The inside of the band is engraved EPH to LC June 27th 1889. Silver & Flatware. Band / Shank Width: 3 mm. [SKU: B26664]. Fraternity & Organizations. Rise Above Finger: 2 mm.

www.ebay.com

So pretty I just wish it was yellow gold!!

 

[Lookinagain]

Forgot if I shared this or not!

Larger size eternity band:

Antique Art Deco Floral Ring 18k Gold Size 9.5 Wedding Band Stackable | eBay

Coins, Notes & Bullion. Custom Jewelry. The inside of the band is engraved EPH to LC June 27th 1889. Silver & Flatware. Band / Shank Width: 3 mm. [SKU: B26664]. Fraternity & Organizations. Rise Above Finger: 2 mm.

www.ebay.com

That's beautiful!

 

[glitterata]

Has anyone posted this one yet? Traub Orange Blossom band in platinum, size 8.75.

Platinum Band Stack Ring Orange Blossom Sz 8.75 | eBay

Condition Pre-Owned <br>2mm antique platinum band ring size 8 3/4. <br>As found. <br>Signed TRAUB Orange Blossom 900 Plat 100 Irid. <br>No personal engravings. <br>3.1 grams.

www.ebay.com

 

[Mreader]

Has anyone posted this one yet? Traub Orange Blossom band in platinum, size 8.75.

Platinum Band Stack Ring Orange Blossom Sz 8.75 | eBay

Condition Pre-Owned <br>2mm antique platinum band ring size 8 3/4. <br>As found. <br>Signed TRAUB Orange Blossom 900 Plat 100 Irid. <br>No personal engravings. <br>3.1 grams.

www.ebay.com

Nice and hard to find in plat

 

[Lookinagain]

Question for the group. Are we staying away from posting items that are being auctioned so we don't compete against each other. I want to make sure I don't post something that I shouldn't. Thanks.

 

[Lookinagain]

Has this been posted already?

Vintage Platinum and 18k White Gold JR Wood and Sons Engraved Band - Etsy

This Wedding Bands item by ThatVintageSparkle has 4 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Sacramento, CA. Listed on May 11, 2024

www.etsy.com

 

[Dreamer_D]

Question for the group. Are we staying away from posting items that are being auctioned so we don't compete against each other. I want to make sure I don't post something that I shouldn't. Thanks.

I’ve never seen an explicit rule or discussion but I’ve been avoiding posting auctions for that reason. EDIT not only do we don’t compete against each other but just generally not to bring added attention to an auction we or another PSer might be hoping to snipe.