StellarCache

Most jewelry will come in a padded gift box that is placed inside a solid-color bubble mailer - no one can see the contents! Large pieces or items that have an unusual shape may be packed differently (for instance, some necklaces are too large for standard jewelry boxes).

1. I check the item with a loupe and test it with a strong magnet. I then research the item online. 2. All gold and silver is acid-tested for authenticity. 3. In the case of rare items that are hard to validate at home, I take my items to a professional local jeweler (Wade's Jewelers in Southport, NC) to determine authenticity. It will be noted on the description if I have taken this step.

Items sold for under $500 USD will be sent to you with USPS. Items sold for $500 USD or over will be sent with USPS- Signature Required. Items sold for over $1000 USD will be shipped insured, signature required, and will be upgraded to USPS Priority Mail. You must have a valid ID to show to sign for items from USPS- Signature Required. The shipping cost to you is free on all items regardless of method.

I do research and date the item to the best of my ability. Some styles of jewelry had revival periods (ex. art deco in the 1920s-30s versus art deco revival in the 1960s), which can occasionally lead to inaccurate assessments. Other challenges include finding makers in different languages and dating items with classic styles that span decades or centuries, like certain types of chain necklaces. While I do my best to be accurate, sometimes mistakes can be made!

I do not negotiate price points. Please kindly refrain from sending messages about this.

No, I don't source jewelry from Etsy messages. Please kindly refrain from sending offers.

No, I can't help you with pricing items for your own shop. Please kindly refrain from sending price point inquiries for sold out items. Keep in mind that precious metal prices and demand change over time.

Art Deco! I especially love the geometric designs from that time period. Filigree, milgrain detail, camphor glass, Egyptian revival motifs...there are so many fantastic elements.

Sometimes the package isn't scanned right away. Other times, the mail service has not picked up the package yet. It can take a few days, especially if your order falls on the weekend or a postal holiday. Rest assured, I have packaged it and made it available to the mail carrier. I can't control exact shipping times. I do always process the item within 1-2 days.