1. Determine your preferences
- What pieces are you missing from your collection?
- Which gemstones do you prefer?
- What type of metal are you seeking?
- How long do you intend to keep this piece?
2. Utilize Instagram
- Follow accounts where individuals showcase their personal collections and pieces available for sale to gain inspiration.
3. Establish your budget:
- Consider your price range.
- It’s advisable to search within your budget or a close range if you are using platforms that allow offers to be sent to sellers.
- I have found that sellers are very receptive to offers, so don’t hesitate to send a reasonable one, but try not to get your hopes up too much either.
4. Initiate your search:
- Start with a basic Google search to explore various options. For instance, search for “antique garnet rings” if you’re unsure about your preferences and once you identify a preferred style or period, refine your search by including specific criteria such as period, material, style, and metal content. For example, “Antique Georgian flat-cut garnet ring 14k gold.”
5. Explore online marketplaces:
- Etsy offers a plethora of affordable pieces. Sellers may also send offers, or you can respectfully inquire about price adjustments or upcoming sales.
- eBay has pretty much anything you could ever want and allows you to directly send offers to sellers.
6. Consider thrift store auction sites:
- Explore auction sites like Goodwill Auction for potential finds.
7. Attend estate sales and flea markets:
- Estate sales and flea markets are a great place to find affordable pieces and a lovely way to spend day. Get some friends together and check one out, You never know what you might find!
Happy hunting!
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