We love art deco. And with gold prices so high, we make every effort to preserve fine antique jewelry from being melted down for its gold value.
This week, a Chicago jeweler sent us an exquisite, complete cufflink, stud, and button set with an estimated gold value of around $1,600. Unable to find a buyer, the jeweler was planning to scrap
it—but we couldn’t let that happen. We paid $1,800 because it was such a stunning example of art deco
design. The enamel was nearly flawless, and the rubies, though small, were a rich, vivid red. To top it off, it came in the original box, which adds to its value.
Although the market for cufflink and stud sets is a shrinking niche market, we couldn’t bear to see this piece of 1920s craftsmanship lost to the melting pot. We have a deep love for art deco and are always interested in purchasing pieces like these. (Wilson & Gill, the retailer/manufacturer, was in business
from 1892 until 1991 in the UK.) These are for sale in our St. Petersburg store for $2,300. (Retail replacement or insurance value is $6,500.)
Note: More common 14k gold cufflinks from the ‘50s, especially unsigned ones, are often worth more than your gold value. Feel free to bring them in for a free evaluation.
We pay more for gold & silver than anyone in Tampa Bay!
We are Tampa Bay’s luxury jewelry headquarters and we love vintage!
Go ahead, Google us! We don’t just buy museum pieces.
Always buying rare and valuable items.
Cash or auction. We make house calls statewide.
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