Christmas is the time for giving something special to loved ones whether it be a partner, parent or close friend. Showing them you care through a thoughtful gift has become a tradition throughout every home this time of year, but it can sometimes be difficult to find the perfect gift for that perfect person. Something sentimental which can be cherished for a lifetime shows real adoration, and what better gift than a piece of antique jewellery from a leading dealer such as Royal Antique Jewellery.
You may be asking why antique over modern jewellery, but there are many benefits which make every piece that extra bit special. Antique jewellery is generally around 100 years or older, and with well maintained pieces you will be investing in a piece you will not see anywhere else or anyone else wearing, giving the wearer something unique which will give them a lifetime of happiness and admiration from others. Whether it be a pair of diamond earrings or a classic art deco ring, there is no doubt your loved one will feel special wearing it and with it already being around a century old it is guaranteed that it will not go out of fashion any time soon.
One advantage to buying antique jewellery as a gift is the huge variety of designs you will be faced with when entering a shop, searching online, or visiting a market stall. If you truly know the person you are buying for it should be easy to determine what era suits them and their personality and searching for the right piece is all part of the fun and exactly what Christmas is all about. That extra bit of time and effort spent choosing a piece could make all the difference and make someone’s day one to remember. Not only is it fun hunting for something perfect, but it is just as enjoyable researching into it’s background. Every piece has it’s own history and often a romantic story to tell, and if the dealer has sourced the item themselves they may have a little bit of extra information to give you about who owned the piece and where it came from. If this is not the case, antique jewellery is often marked and with a little research you are able to find some information yourself.
The price of antique jewellery varies depending on the condition and the materials and stones it is made from, but there are pieces to suit every budget. It is likely that with time the piece you are investing in will increase in value if it was every to be sold, however antique pieces are more than often kept within the family being passed down through generations. A piece of antique jewellery is certainly more than just a little gift at Christmas and can make a huge impression on anyone receiving it showing them you really care, so give the gift of antique jewellery this Christmas to make someone’s holiday unique.
