Perhaps its a bit of ADD, or a bit of a gypsy soul, or a propensity towards distraction...but I have become a jack of a few different trades, master of none... Makeup artist, banker, jewelry sales, makeup artist (still), photographer, educator... Though, the one constant has always been a passion for jewelry, for the lapidary arts, for the sourcing, the preservation, the admiration and overall obsession of and for jewelry. Currently, I have GIA AJP credentials, and am working on becoming a GIA Graduate Gemologist.

The idea for a shop has been in the back of my brain since I was a little girl. The realization that a shop could be a reality popped to the forefront of my brain earlier this year. I had become consumed with hunting for vintage Pyrex (don’t judge) and was immersing myself in vintage stores and antique shops. My eyes would always wander over to the glass cases and I would quickly dismiss it...reminding myself that the LAST thing I needed was more jewelry. Until that dang day in Melbourne, Florida...having recently become a part of my monthly travel, I was eager to check out the local antique shops for...you guessed it...Pyrex. As I walked in to this massive store I spotted, in the back of a glassed in case...surrounded by unsightly mass produced pieces...a gorgeous beaming platinum and diamond engagement piece. I knew I had to rescue it...for if nothing else, myself! Maybe I could use it as a stack ring... Then I started shifting my focus from too many damn colored glass bowls...to vintage jewelry and its been all uphill (downhill???) from there!

I work extremely hard to curate my shop with vintage pieces that I would be proud to wear. Everything in this shop is scrutinized and selected for quality, authenticity, and value. I have contracted with local appraisers for larger pieces so I can assure you the buyer can purchase with confidence and rest assured that my prices are fair and reasonable. I completely understand the appraisal value listed, is an inflated “retail” value and I price accordingly.

If you have any questions or comments I encourage you to reach out. I love what I do and I love every single piece in my shop. It breaks my heart a little every time a piece is shipped out…but I trust it’s going to a great home where it will be loved as much as it was in the brief time it was with me. If you purchase from me, I may ask a little about you…if its for an engagement, etc… And I would love to see a picture of you with the piece! So don’t be surprised if I ask ;)

Best wishes always-

Victoria V., GIA AJP
Facebook- Victoria V Vintage
Twitter- @V2Vintage
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PS...need any pyrex?? LOL