Where to Sell Belle Epoque Jewelry in San Diego?

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10 Feb Where to Sell Belle Epoque Jewelry?

Posted at 12:22h in La Jolla Jewelry Buyers by admin

When people talk about antique jewelry, the most common periods that come to mind are the Edwardian and Victorian eras. Some also mention Art Deco, even though technically that period is still classified as vintage. The Belle Epoque era, however, is often overlooked, even though it produced a lot of beautiful jewelry.

As La Jolla jewelry buyers, we are always interested in buying antique Belle Epoque jewelry. So, if you have been wondering where to sell Belle Epoque jewelry in San Diego, look no further than C. Blackburn Jewelers of La Jolla. Simply give us a call at 858-251-3006 and have a chat with owner Carl Blackburn about your fine jewelry.

For those who are not familiar with this type of antique jewelry, Belle Epoque jewelry was popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, specifically during the Belle Epoque era, which lasted from around 1871 to 1914. This period was characterized by elegance, luxury, and optimism, and the jewelry of the time reflected these values.

During the Belle Epoque era, advances in technology and increased access to precious materials allowed for the creation of highly ornate and opulent jewelry. Jewelers used precious metals such as gold and silver, as well as diamonds, pearls, and other gemstones to create intricate designs. The jewelry was often characterized by an emphasis on curves, asymmetrical forms, and floral and animal motifs.

Careful Inspection

I recently sold a lot of fine jewelry that I had inherited from my mother. I chose C. Blackburn because I wanted the pieces to find new homes, rather than be melted down or taken apart. Carl careful inspected and considered each piece before pricing it. He explained the quality of the gold in each piece, the techniques used to craft the pieces, and what went into his pricing. He appreciated the sentimental value of the items and actually had buyers in mind for several of them. I felt that he gave me a fair price the first time I came in, so I returned with additional items to sell a few weeks later. I’d highly recommend C. Blackburn for selling and buying estate jewelry.

Kathleen M.

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A Straight Shooter

I met with most of the Jewelers around La Jolla and no one was as knowledgeable or as helpful as Carl was to me. Carl Blackburn is a straight shooter and someone you can trust. C. Blackburn Jewelers will forever have my business and recommendation to all of my network for any future jewelry business.

Mitch S.

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Genuine & Friendly

Being at a downsizing stage of life, I decided to sell as much of my jewelry as possible, and luckily, I came across C. Blackburn Jewelers. I was scared of getting scammed and cheated. Carl had me sitting with him while he examined and evaluated my jewelry. He did not take it into a back room and tell me to return on another day.

He worked methodically and very professionally, answered all my questions, kept my expectations realistic, explained what he was doing as he worked. We also had a very pleasant conversation – he is down-to-earth, genuine, and friendly. I trusted him without hesitation. I was very pleasantly surprised by the outcome and felt I was very fairly treated. I was relieved that the process was stress-free, thanks to Carl’s very professional manner and his genuine friendliness. I recommend him highly, without reservation.

Christina L.

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Wonderful!

We had a wonderful selling experience with Blackburn Jewelers. We had about 50 pieces of jewelry from our mom’s estate to sell, and owner, Carl Blackburn, was so amazing. He was professional, courteous, and informative. Many jewelry buyers will simply put all the jewelry on the scale, deduct out the approximate ‘gem’ weight, and offer the ‘melt’ value less their percentage. Carl took time examining each individual piece, and kept a notebook with the details and his offer price. He verbally detailed each piece letting us know exactly how he derived his offer price. He was very transparent and fair. At the end of the appointment, we left extremely satisfied with our sale, and very pleased with the overall experience. I highly recommend Blackburn Jewelers for all of your jewelry sale needs.

Lisa H.

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One of the defining features of Belle Epoque jewelry was its use of platinum. This metal was discovered in the late 19th century and quickly became popular among jewelers due to its strength, durability, and malleability. Platinum allowed for the creation of highly intricate designs and delicate settings that showcased diamonds and other gemstones.

Belle Epoque jewelry was often worn as part of formal attire, particularly during evening events. Women often wore necklaces, tiaras, brooches, and earrings, while men wore cufflinks and tie pins. The jewelry was designed to complement the fashions of the time, which were characterized by flowing, airy fabrics and light colors.

The end of the Belle Epoque era came with the outbreak of World War I in 1914, which led to a decline in the production of luxury goods, including jewelry. However, the style of Belle Epoque jewelry continues to be admired and emulated today, and is considered to be a classic and timeless style.

If you are interested in shopping for Belle Epoque jewelry in San Diego, please drop by our La Jolla jewelry store. At C. Blackburn Jewelers, we are continually buying and selling antique jewelry. Our showcases frequently contain a few Belle Epoque pieces. But if by chance we currently don’t have any Belle Epoque pieces, we can find them for you through our network of national estate jewelers. Send us a message below with any questions you have.

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