ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — That old ring sitting in a jewelry box could be worth more than its sentimental value — or it could be worth considerably less than you think.
Figuring out what jewelry is actually worth can be tricky. A piece’s age, appearance or family history doesn’t necessarily determine its monetary value.
To help consumers understand what they’re looking at, D.C. Creasman Jewelers explains some of the basics of determining the value of gold, diamonds and older jewelry.
What do those karat stamps mean?
One of the first things to look for on gold jewelry is a small stamp indicating its karat purity…