Quality Estate and Period Jewelry withstands the Test of Time
Even with all the modern
options,
there remains a quiet joy in wearing
well-crafted, handsome jewelry... brooches,
earrings, bracelets... previously worn by women
of an earlier era. Men's jewelry survives, too,
rich and substantive. These pieces carry with
them a history of their own.
Jewelry through History
Since forever, humankind has enjoyed using
fabric, beads, flowers, leather, metal, paints,
gemstones, and more to decorate themselves and to
make beautiful human ornamentation. Antique and
vintage jewelry pieces from the past 200 years
have been roughly divided into
historical
periods
reflecting cultural influences and geography.
Each era produced jewelry with particular
characteristics.
Appreciation
for all Jewelry
Here at Davenport, we simply enjoy all kinds of
jewelry... our own custom pieces as well as
jewelry from every era. We appreciate equally the
diamonds set 85 years ago in thin platinum chains
and the vintage 1980's chunky gold bracelets.
Although we do not stock a large inventory of
estate jewelry, we always have a selection of
graceful or charming or dramatic pieces, and
occasionally, we have truly exquisite pieces for
sale.
Finding that Special Piece
Is there a particular piece of older jewelry
you'd love to own, a special period or style that
appeals to you? Let us know... we can help you
find that perfect jewelry.
Assessing Family Treasures
Clients often arrive with an old purse or basket
brimming with family jewelry in various boxes or
bags, or stuffed into tins. We value the
opportunity to review and assess the emotional
and financial value of these family heirlooms.
Sometimes, a personally important piece can be
altered or sized for a client to accommodate
today's use. We may buy an estate piece or sell
one on consignment. The stories behind the
jewelry add spice and appeal to the pieces
themselves, and sometimes to the owners, too.
Estate Jewelry Services
Davenport enthusiastically buys, sells, repairs,
and evaluates contemporary, vintage, and antique
jewelry. See
Jewelry
Services
for details.
Estate and Period Jewelry
North Hampton, NH
Private client.
The Davenport Organisation
Towle Office Park #18 • One Merrill Industrial
Drive • Hampton NH 03842
800.258.0852 • 603.926.9266 •
davenport.web@earthlink.net