Should I Invest in Jewellery?

Jewellery can be quite rewarding and is certainly one of the more glamorous forms of investing, but it’s important to know all the facts before taking the plunge. If you’re considering an investment in jewellery, we’ve outlined the advantages, as well as listed some top tips for finding worthwhile pieces.

Advantages of Investing in Jewellery

• Jewellery is portable. Practically speaking, jewellery is a sensible investment as it’s easy to transport and store compared to other antiques. You can build up a collection without worrying about storage.  
• Jewellery is wearable. Rather than sitting in a bank, you can wear and enjoy your investment. 
• Jewellery doesn’t feel like an ‘investment’. If you love a piece of jewellery, the chances are you’ll never want to sell it. It becomes an heirloom that can act as security for generations to come.  

Like any investment, jewellery is a good choice if you know what you’re doing. If you’re considering jewellery as an investment, here are some top tips to bear in mind.

Top Tips for Jewellery Investment

• Avoid buying new. If you’re searching for the perfect wedding ring, where value does not come into play, there’s nothing wrong with buying new. But when it comes to investments, you’ll be losing money. High street retailers tend to mark up the jewellery by 100%, and that’s before VAT.
• Go for gold and diamonds. Jewellery featuring gold or diamonds is a safe option, as it’s more likely to fetch a good resale price.
• Seek out Art Deco pieces. Jewellery from the glamorous 20s and 30s is always desirable at auctions and with buyers. If you’re lucky enough to find an Art Deco piece at a good price – go ahead and invest. 
• Look for new designers. A discerning jewellery investor is able to identify talented designers and invest in their work before it becomes sought after. This route is not for beginners, but ideal if you are passionate about jewellery and are prepared to visit exhibitions to discover new designers.
• Look for a story. If a piece of jewellery has a famous owner or was created to commemorate an event, it’s more likely to fetch a good price.
• Would you wear it? If you invest in something you love, you’re not going to be disappointed if it doesn’t end up being worth as much as you paid for it. Besides, if you think it’s a wearable item, someone else is going to think so too.

If you’re thinking of investing in jewellery, why not browse the current stock on our website? We have a range of vintage and antique pieces that would make worthwhile investments.