That is a gorgeous brooch. Over the years I've bought many pieces of 14 and 18K stamped gold from thrift shops and flea markets for a pittance. Rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches. It's out there. Best find: a Geneve' man's 14K gold watch for 3 Euro. The band was broken so turned it in for scrap: 1600 Euro/71 grams. You just have to be at the right place at the right time. 😊
When taking pictures for eBay or any sale site here are some tips... Never put your hand or body parts in the picture, always use a solid color background (eBay prefers white but you could use any solid color). Get close ups of hallmarks and other distinguishing factors.
I'm surprised you got any genuine piece of gold jewelry from a UK charity shop these days. Because I read ages ago that for at least a couple of decades, charity shops have been turning over all their jewellery (that isn't obvious plastic), silver-looking stuff and collectable-looking stuff (eg Beatles) to valuing experts at the head office of the charity, who auction off anything expensive... I remember articles in women's magazines complaining that it wasn't fair! 😏
EBay is almost dead for jewelry sales. Even trying to sell them to gold buyers you can barely get scrap value for them, with most of them low-balling you at the beginning. So as far as I can see, the only people making money out of jewelry are the people who sell it new. It is no investment.
Interesting. I’ve heard the same, but also the exact opposite with some people saying they’re doing incredibly well, especially with the higher end pieces and watches
@@milsub59 I do not touch E Bay . As i have bought some cracking paintings from charity shops myself and made some good money by selling them private .
@@gerardshort6149 I thought you rated it over £500. Ebay is a selling site , masquerading as an Auction. I am always uneasy about people buying something donated for free, to make money for good causes , then being bought way under value, but that is life. Good luck with your picture hunting :o)
For future reference it is an osmena Pearl. They were usually retailed in jewellery in the Middle East. Thé come from the nautilus shell which are now protected
Hi David - there is an assay mark of - I think a lyre - from Israel that can look like an elephant. It also looks like jewellery from Israel that a friend of the family used to have in the 70s ???? Another rabbit hole to go down maybe :)
@@anoncomposmentis most dealers do I give them on the day bought they may keep items for u if u ask give them phone u they will phone pays off to be up front when get a bargain
18K for three quid. Bingo! I love finding that sort of costume! Looked like French hallmarks from what I could see, but India would make sense or somewhere like Saudi Arabia. They use the high-karat gold too. Proper Indian jewelry made for Indian use is 20k or better, as is jewelry made for home use in many Arab countries. Hope someone recognizes the marks and it sells for a pile. I posted the link for a bunch of rabid joolies to see, hoping one knows the mark.
David when u back on antiqur road show is it coming soon have a loo, at sonny green steptoe and mum in essex wood make a great show for tv david have a watch love your video big fan steve from spalding
This was bought for £3, but listed on Ebay with a reserve? The intrinsic value is at a guess £400. Things are donated to help those in our society that are needy. This whole deal stinks to high heaven.
Look at it this way,do you think the person would have donated it to the charity shop in the first place if they knew it was gold,I doubt it,good luck to the seller that’s why I say🤞
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@@Pureblood10000 Of course they should be compensated for their time etc, but surely a 10-15% "donation" after selling to the charity is not out of this world ? ... As previously mentioned, just my opinion. Take away what you want from it.
Long story short, I have a friend who offered a charity shop £18k for a book that they had valued at £7.00. They would not sell as it was in the window and window books were first come first served on a Tuesday morning
I found an 18 ct gold cameo amethyst Pendant in a charity shop for £1, best find ever 😁
Fabulous find
@@ladytron1724 did u give few pound more when next in shop
Wow! What year was that in, then?
That is a gorgeous brooch. Over the years I've bought many pieces of 14 and 18K stamped gold from thrift shops and flea markets for a pittance. Rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches. It's out there. Best find: a Geneve' man's 14K gold watch for 3 Euro. The band was broken so turned it in for scrap: 1600 Euro/71 grams. You just have to be at the right place at the right time. 😊
That’s good hunting!
When taking pictures for eBay or any sale site here are some tips... Never put your hand or body parts in the picture, always use a solid color background (eBay prefers white but you could use any solid color). Get close ups of hallmarks and other distinguishing factors.
💯👍
I'm surprised you got any genuine piece of gold jewelry from a UK charity shop these days. Because I read ages ago that for at least a couple of decades, charity shops have been turning over all their jewellery (that isn't obvious plastic), silver-looking stuff and collectable-looking stuff (eg Beatles) to valuing experts at the head office of the charity, who auction off anything expensive... I remember articles in women's magazines complaining that it wasn't fair! 😏
It's still out there! Best of luck with the sale.
They really are…thank you
Nice to know. Must be a rare fund thoigh.
EBay is almost dead for jewelry sales. Even trying to sell them to gold buyers you can barely get scrap value for them, with most of them low-balling you at the beginning.
So as far as I can see, the only people making money out of jewelry are the people who sell it new. It is no investment.
Interesting. I’ve heard the same, but also the exact opposite with some people saying they’re doing incredibly well, especially with the higher end pieces and watches
That was a cracking find there David . That has to go for over £500 + as unusal items sell for more as you know your self .
Place a bid, back your judgement.
@@milsub59 I do not touch E Bay . As i have bought some cracking paintings from charity shops myself and made some good money by selling them private .
@@gerardshort6149 £500+ is a tall order but you never know.EBay is a great place to buy and sell so it’s highly likely to achieve market value🤞
@@gerardshort6149 I thought you rated it over £500. Ebay is a selling site , masquerading as an Auction. I am always uneasy about people buying something donated for free, to make money for good causes , then being bought way under value, but that is life. Good luck with your picture hunting :o)
🤣😂Love your organisation ...client was in the right place !
somehow it all comes together!!
For future reference it is an osmena Pearl. They were usually retailed in jewellery in the Middle East. Thé come from the nautilus shell which are now protected
Good info, thank you
I hope the lady in question goes to said charity shop and donates at least £20:00 to them, it’s the right thing to do.
He/she should done 50% of the money
Fabulous find by your client 😍 . All the best with the sale
Thank you
Hi David - there is an assay mark of - I think a lyre - from Israel that can look like an elephant. It also looks like jewellery from Israel that a friend of the family used to have in the 70s ???? Another rabbit hole to go down maybe :)
Wonderful information, thank you…and yes that is another rabbit hole!!
Well I hope there is a nice donation to the charity?
I wouldn't hold my breath mate.
There likely will be
@@anoncomposmentis most dealers do I give them on the day bought they may keep items for u if u ask give them phone u they will phone pays off to be up front when get a bargain
@@DavidHarperAntiques What does that mean David?
Be a nice end to a nice story. @@DavidHarperAntiques
Wow! Reminds me of the little broach found by Paul Laidlaw on Bargain hunt that he bought for a quid and it sold for 78.
Yes, it’s still possible!
I’m sure someone looking at this video or on eBay will know exactly where that was made and by whom,will be interesting to see if you find out🤔
Yes, I’d like to know
18K for three quid. Bingo! I love finding that sort of costume! Looked like French hallmarks from what I could see, but India would make sense or somewhere like Saudi Arabia. They use the high-karat gold too. Proper Indian jewelry made for Indian use is 20k or better, as is jewelry made for home use in many Arab countries. Hope someone recognizes the marks and it sells for a pile. I posted the link for a bunch of rabid joolies to see, hoping one knows the mark.
Yes, I’d like to know who the marks relate too…just couldn’t find anything!
Always give half of the money 🤑🤑🤑 back to the charity u know the rules David
Very nice, may return around £500. I will watch with interest
Absolutely 💯 gorgeous ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉
David when u back on antiqur road show is it coming soon have a loo, at sonny green steptoe and mum in essex wood make a great show for tv david have a watch love your video big fan steve from spalding
Cheers. New Antiques Road Trip out in the next couple of months !
@DavidHarperAntiques ok david thanks look forward to it hope u are on it with mad Charlie seeing him skip and run everywhere thank again
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I hope much of this profit will go to the charity. Thats why it was donated.
This opens up so many questions!
This was bought for £3, but listed on Ebay with a reserve? The intrinsic value is at a guess £400. Things are donated to help those in our society that are needy. This whole deal stinks to high heaven.
@@DavidHarperAntiques And you selectively answer them.
Hop u give them half or other person give them half the sale price
That's not how this game works
That’s up to the owner
Yes ok but be nice to give something when next in the shop bought
Way to go to rip off the charity shop.
Everyone must take responsibility for themselves. It’s up to my client whether they give any of the proceeds to the shop
@@DavidHarperAntiques I agree - it's just good karma in my opinion. Each to their own I suppose.
Look at it this way,do you think the person would have donated it to the charity shop in the first place if they knew it was gold,I doubt it,good luck to the seller that’s why I say🤞
@@Pureblood10000 Of course they should be compensated for their time etc, but surely a 10-15% "donation" after selling to the charity is not out of this world ? ... As previously mentioned, just my opinion. Take away what you want from it.
Long story short, I have a friend who offered a charity shop £18k for a book that they had valued at £7.00. They would not sell as it was in the window and window books were first come first served on a Tuesday morning
I don’t believe anything you said