What does WW mean on jewelry?

Hallmark(s): "WW" or "VVV" Information: World Wide Imports, Inc. was founded in 1975 and is based out of Kent, Washington. Works primarily in gold and silver, but does produce costume jewelry as well.

How do you identify a jewelry maker?

Maker's marks are the initials or name of the manufacturing firm or other representative symbol stamped into a gold, silver or platinum item. Also called 'Trademarks,' they often provide the only evidence that a certain piece of jewelry has indeed been manufactured by a certain jewelry maker.

What does HB mean on jewelry?

Hallmark(s): "HB" Information: Hammerman Bros. was founded in 1946 by Benjamin, Bernard and Hyman Hammerman, in New York City. Work primarily in gold and platinum. Hammerman Bros.

What are the abbreviations for jewelry?

What do the letters on jewelry mean?

Each number stands for the percentage of purity of gold, platinum, and silver. For gold, the stamps are 375, 585, 750, 916, 990 and 999. For silver, the stamps are 800,925,958 and 999. For platinum, the stamps are 850, 900, 950 and 999.

How to recognize Jewelry marks and know what they mean.

What markings are on real gold?

How do you identify hallmarks?

The four components of a hallmark are: the sponsor or maker's mark, the standard mark, the assay office mark and the date letter for the year. Hallmark identification should answer four important questions - where; what; when; who. Where? Locate the assay office.

How can you tell that a diamond is real?

Lay the stone onto the dot with the flat side down. Through the pointed end of the diamond, look down onto the paper. If you see a circular reflection inside the gemstone, the stone is fake. If you cannot see the dot or a reflection in the stone, then the diamond is real.

Where is the gold stamp on a necklace?

#1 Look For The Hallmark

This stamp is usually found on the clasp of a necklace or bracelet, or on the inner band of a ring. Since the purity of American-made gold jewelry is measured in karats, there will be a stamp on these pieces with a number followed by the letter "K".

What does HB mean on silver?

Hardy Bros. Birmingham 1928 hallmark. STERLING SILVER OF ENGLAND, SCOTLAND, IRELAND, CHANNEL ISLANDS AND COLONIES. ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF. BRITISH MAKER'S MARKS.

What does H&H mean on silver?

H&H into three circles. Hukin & Heath Ltd, London 1863 hallmark. Birmingham 1922. The firm was established in Birmingham in 1855 by Jonathan Wilson Hukin and John Thomas Heath.

What is H jewelry?

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How can you tell if jewelry is vintage?

The term “vintage” has a broad definition in fashion and jewelry. In general, items must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage. Because jewelry eras tend to last longer and evolve more slowly than other fashion, décor, and style, however, most vintage pieces tend to be at least 50 years old.

How do I know if my jewelry is valuable?

Is there an app to identify jewelry?

Just go to iTunes or Google Play Store to download, simply type in Help with hallmarks. The Help with hallmarks app follows on from the AnchorCert gemstone weight estimator app, which has been available for a couple of years and has sold worldwide on both Apple and Android platforms.

What does FJ mean on jewelry?

Faro. FARSI JEWELRY. Hallmark(s): "FJ" Information: Farsi Jewelry Manufacturing Co., Inc. was founded in 1981, in Los Angeles, California.

What does MC mean on jewelry?

Marsala ring with "MC" mark in correct orientation. Note that the "925" for sterling silver is upside down. The same ring with the "925" properly oriented.

How do you tell if a diamond is real with a flashlight?

Simply hold the loose diamond near a light source, like a lamp, and see the reflection of the light from the diamond. This test will be best if there is another gem that you'll compare along with it, like cubic zirconia. You'll see how different their effects are to light.

Does a real diamond sparkle rainbow?

We all love how a diamond shines in the sunlight. Test your stone by putting it in direct sunlight and examining the colors it reflects. A real diamond will reflect both rainbow colors as well as white light. If you only get one of the two, then the diamond isn't real.

How do you tell if diamonds are real without a tester?

This one's easy: Get a glass and fill it with water (it doesn't matter what type of water you use). Drop the diamond into the glass of water. Due to the high density of diamond, when dropped into water a real diamond will sink. If the diamond floats to the top or middle of the glass, it's fake.

How do I check my hallmark jewelry?

The hallmark on your gold jewellery must have a Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) mark which is represented by a triangle. To ensure purity in karat and fineness, look for the Caratage (22K915). One must always look for jewellers' mark and Assaying and Hallmarking Centre's identification mark or number.

What is the symbol of hallmark gold?

According to the Department of Consumer Affairs website, hallmark consists of 3 symbols which give you some information. In this, the first symbol is the BIS logo, the second symbol indicates purity and fineness and the third symbol is the HUID.

How do I identify a silver hallmark?

Silver hallmarks are one of the most important factors in identifying antique silver jewelry, flatware, and other items. These small stamped symbols on the back or underside of silver items can tell you the purity of the silver, the manufacturer of the piece, and sometimes even the date it was made.