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Estate jewelry

Jewelry that has been previously owned, whatever its age.

The term is used mostly in the United States. Estate jewelry may be antique, vintage or recent; the word says only that it has had an earlier owner.

What to look for

Ask for the period, the condition and any alterations, just as for any other piece.

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