Antique Jewellery 'should Be Protected'

Published on 20/11/08

People should protect the jewellery they so they can retain its sentimental and financial value.

News-Antique.com reports older pieces of jewellery from Victorian or art deco periods could be very hard to replace, so people should ensure they are kept in a safe place.

People who travel a lot are likely to be more at risk from losing items and the source advises keeping the jewellery you wear to a minimum, to avoid standing out and becoming a target.

She also advises ladies take off all brilliant-cut diamond rings before heading to the beach as they can easily slip off and be lost in the sand forever.

However, if you have to travel with your jewellery such as platinum diamond rings then the website advises taking it in your handbag or carry-on bag, in case of lost luggage.

It is also advised that a travelling jewellery case may be the best option, as it will keep the items organised and protected.

Beverley in Yorkshire recently saw over 20 lots of antique jewellery go under the hammer, the Beverly Guardian reports.