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We have unique experience in buying, trading and selling estate jewellery. We have hundreds of previously owned items such as: diamond rings, gold coins, bracelets, earrings, pendants etc. Call or visit our store if there is a particular item you are looking for.
April 22, 2024
1984 9999 fine gold Canadian Maple Leaf gold coin 1 ounce (Spot +3%). 912-000573
A lot of people have some cash squirreled away for a rainy day. That’s probably a pretty smart thing to do; you never know when you’ll need a little cash. The problem I see with that plan is that inflation will slowly erode the buying power of that cash. This is a true story that happened to us a few year back. A client of ours came in and purchased a nice pair of diamond earrings for his wife. He paid for the purchase with a $1,000.00 bill his father gave him in 1977.
His father left it to him with the instructions to, “buy something special for your wife with it”. The diamond earrings he purchased for his wife certainly qualified as special, but what if he just bought some gold with the money and left it alone for the same 47 years. $1,000.00 CAD back in 1977 would have purchased around 7 ounces of gold that today are worth over $22,000.00. We’ll never tell you gold is the best investment you can make but it has historically protected people against the effects of inflation compared to holding on to your cash. Perhaps everyone should hold on to a little gold for a rainy day. You can easily convert your gold to cash when the time comes along.
We usually have an ounce or two around here available for purchase. This 1 ounce Canadian Maple Leaf $50.00 (face value) is one of the most popular gold coins in the world, made to a very high 99.99% purity by the Royal Canadian Mint. A gold bullion purchase like this is tax free, no provincial or federal tax is applied to the purchase. The government deems the purchase of bullion as a financial transaction not subject to sales tax. The coin is available for just the value of gold it contains plus 3% ( 5% for credit card purchase). Up to the second gold pricing in most major world currencies can be seen here. Stock #912-00573.
April 21, 2024
10kt., 30″, white gold, fancy link necklace, 5mm, 33.7 grams, $1,920.00 CAD. 431-00717
If you can’t wear a silver chain because you turn it black or it turns your neck black, or you want a longer lasting material with a white colour, maybe white gold is right for you. We rarely have white gold chain as part of our estate collection. This is a rare treat to be able to showcase such an unusual example. It’s a full 30 inches long, able to fit the largest guy and it can be doubled up for a smaller lady.
A section could be removed and easily made into a bracelet and perhaps matching drop earring to. The cylinder shaped links measure 5.3mm wide and feature 4 recessed oval dimples that mot only catch the light but also resist scratches. The swivel lobster clasp has a riveted spring for added security and shows little to no wear. The necklace is in excellent overall condition, still retains the original rhodium finish and has never been polished. Estate priced at $1,920.00 CAD. Stock #431-00717.
April 20, 2024
2019 Baume & Mercier Clifton 40mm Baumatic 5-day MOA10401. $2,900.00 CAD. 501-00295
Baume & Mercier made headlines in the watchmaking world in 2018 with the introduction of silicon in the construction of key regulating components found in the Baumatic automatic movement. The hairspring, lever, and escape wheel are all crafted from this high-tech material. Silicon is non magnetic and doesn’t require lubrication, this leads to a more consistent transfer of power and higher degree of accuracy. This sort of innovation was quite a surprise as it came from the quiet brand Baume & Mercier.
The parent company of B & M are the Richemont Group, they also own luxury brands Cartier, IWC, Panerai, Jaeger Le-Coulter, Vacheron Constantin, Piaget, and others. It’s interesting that they debuted this new technology in a moderately priced Baume & Mercier rather than one the their premium brands. Perhaps this is the beginning of a reinvention of the close to 200 year old B & M brand. If the silicon mechanical parts were not enough, the Baumatic BM12-1975A 21 jewel movement also features an ultra long 5 day (120 hour) power reserve.
Most automatic watches have a 2 or 3 day power reserve. The overall look of this watch is very Swiss traditional, especially with the snow white dial. Finely tapered hands and hour markers that allow precise time keeping with easy interpretation.
Fitted to the watch is a high quality chocolate brown crocodile strap.
This watch was originally purchased in Korea in 2019 but has never been used. It comes complete with the original endorsed paperwork, packaging, dealer (MyungBo) travel pouch, documents, and polishing cloth that was never been used. Baume & Mercier no longer produce the white dial with the rose gold trim, but they do show a similar brown dial for $5,500.00. Including our 1-year warranty (prorated 5 years), this watch is estate priced at $2,900.00 CAD. Stock #501-00296.
April 19, 2024
14kt. 8 1/2 inch x 6.5mm Figaro link bracelet, 15.6 grams, $1,320.00 CAD. 441-00316
The Figaro link for chains and bracelets continues to be a popular choice in both new and estate. They offer a little more visual interest with smaller and large link patterns compared to a uniform size curb link style. This one also showcases a bright cut flat edge that catches the light. Solid construction in upgraded 14 karat yellow gold results in a finished weight of well over half an ounce (16.6 grams). As I’m typing this posting, gold is touching a new all time high in Canadian dollars of $2,950.00 per ounce. At that price this bracelet contains over $900.00 in just its gold content. The bracelet measures 8 1/2 inches long, 6.5mm wide, and is quite thick at 2.0mm.
It is secured by an upgraded riveted lobster clasp, most are simply pinched together. We’ve seen the spring loaded sections of pinched clasps slide out occasionally; this type can’t slide out offering better security.
One of our goldsmiths can shorten in for the perfect custom fit. It is suitable for a man or woman. Estate priced at $1,320.00 CAD. Stock 441-00316.
April 18, 2024
14kt. tri-colour gold hoop earrings, 23mm, 7.0 grams. $550.00 CAD. 426-00221
You can do almost anything when it comes to hoop earrings. This pair features a rose, white, and yellow gold brick work pattern in the centre with a bark texture. The rough texture shows off the subtle colour differences much better than any polished finish could. The solidly constructed earrings weigh a substantial 7 grams with sturdy butterfly friction backs. The measure 4mm wide and 23mm diameter.
The edges of the earrings would benefit from a quick polish that can be done while you wait by one of our goldsmiths. They are in excellent condition and will compliment any colour of gold your other jewellery is made from. Estate priced at $550.00 CAD. Stock #426-00221.
