What an interesting jewelry collection you have acquired! Rhinestone costume jewelry is collectible however condition is the keyword when it comes to rhinestone costume jewelry. Don't overlook this because it will affect its value.
The quality is also very important. Examine the design. Is it intricate or ornate? is it handmade or machine made? The more detail in the piece, the more valuable. Are there any rhinestones missing or "flat" stones?
Don't be fooled into thinking that the older the piece the more valuable it is regardless of condition.
Check the stones are not diamonds. It might be worth your while to buy a diamond tester to test whether the stones are diamonds or glass.
There are facts about diamonds on the internet to tell you how to determine whether the stones are diamonds. One test is the "breath test". If breathing on the stone causes it to fog this is a good indication that the stone under examination is NOT a diamond.
You need to determine whether the metal is precious metal or base metal/pot metal. Some older gold or silver pieces may not have a mark. To determine these older pieces, you may consider buying gold testing equipment.
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