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Why it’s important to get an insurance valuation for jewellery

March 31, 2022 By Jess Jennings In FAQ, Jewellery Care, Jewellery Valuations No Comments

Why is jewellery insurance important? Jewellery is one of the most precious, and emotionally significant items we own. It can mark special times or relationships - from engagements, marriages and anniversaries to births, friendships and career achievements. But did you know your household insurance policy will not cover jewellery items over a certain value? Under [...]

Valuer looking at a gemstone through a loupe

Tools of the trade – the instruments we use to assess your jewellery and precious stones

March 9, 2022 By Jess Jennings In FAQ, Jewellery Care, Jewellery Valuations No Comments

Jewellery valuation and gemmology (the study of gemstones) are very specialised fields. Accurately examining and appraising jewellery and gemstones takes years of practice. It also require specialist tools – more than you might think! Here are a few of the tools we use at Wellington Jewellery Valuations to give you the most accurate and detailed [...]

A close-up image of a red rose placed on a red fabric. A diamond engagement ring, symbolizing romantic jewellery, is delicately tucked within the petals of the rose. This elegant scene creates an ideal Valentine's Day moment against the vibrant red background.

How to choose a romantic gem, or piece of jewellery for Valentine’s Day

February 9, 2022 By Jess Jennings In FAQ, Jewellery Care, Jewellery Valuations No Comments

Want to give your sweetheart jewellery as a Valentine’s Day gift this year? The trick to picking out the perfect piece is simple - pay attention to your partner’s tastes and lifestyle, and be mindful of the metal type! Pay attention Be mindful of your partner’s sense of style, likes and dislikes, and any [...]

What makes antique jewellery ‘antique’?

January 12, 2022 By Jess Jennings In FAQ, Jewellery Valuations No Comments

As a rule of thumb, 100 years is what it takes for a piece of jewellery to become antique. But identifying when exactly a piece of jewellery was made - and therefore how valuable it really is - can be difficult. Objects of the past are growing in popularity, and terms such as ‘antique’ [...]

A typical diamond ring that requires professional valuation.

Why you should get a jewellery valuation, NZ

December 23, 2021 By Jess Jennings In FAQ, Jewellery Valuations No Comments

It’s important to get jewellery valued professionally for a range of reasons - protecting the jewellery you own, selling your jewellery or valuing an estate of someone who has passed. Whether it’s your new engagement ring, a family heirloom or just your collection of jewellery that has grown over the years, your jewellery is precious, [...]

Hand demonstrating how to clean a vintage diamond engagement ring.

A quick-reference guide to caring for your gemstones

August 30, 2021 By Jess Jennings In Jewellery Care, Jewellery Valuations No Comments

Enticing and dazzling, gemstones have fascinated people since ancient times, due to their varied colours, shape, and brilliance. Their rarity and natural toughness make them precious and prized possessions. But despite their tough nature, gemstones must be looked after if they are to have long and lustrous lives. For cleaning, most gemstones will respond well [...]

A cut diamond carefully being held ready for grading, Wellington Jewellery Valuations.

How diamonds are valued

July 26, 2021 By Jess Jennings In Jewellery Valuations No Comments

Ever wondered how a diamond’s worth is determined? The 4Cs Well, it all comes down to four characteristics, known as the 4Cs: colour, clarity, cut and carat weight. These are the globally accepted standards for assessing the quality of a diamond. Much like a human fingerprint, every diamond has unique characteristics and the relationship between its [...]

A professional jeweller sizing rings for valuation.

FAQs

April 20, 2020 By george In Jewellery Valuations No Comments

Do you have a question about our services, our team, or our process? We encourage you to take a look at our most frequently asked questions down below to see if we can help. If you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly to speak with a member of [...]

An everyday example of a watch and rings that WJV independently value.

The Benefits of Jewellery Valuations

April 20, 2020 By george In Jewellery Valuations No Comments

When you choose to learn the true value of your jewellery pieces or your precious gemstones, you can instantly give yourself the insight that you need to make an informed decision about the future of these pieces. Do you plan to resell them for capital? Perhaps you’re interested in having your pieces insured? Whatever your [...]

Why it’s important to get an insurance valuation for jewellery

Tools of the trade – the instruments we use to assess your jewellery and precious stones

How to choose a romantic gem, or piece of jewellery for Valentine’s Day

What makes antique jewellery ‘antique’?

Why you should get a jewellery valuation, NZ

A quick-reference guide to caring for your gemstones

How diamonds are valued

FAQs

The Benefits of Jewellery Valuations

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