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How to spot re-plated or altered estate jewelry

Spot altered estate jewelry in 2026 by checking hallmarks, plating wear, solder seams, and stone settings before you bid at any online auction.

JEContent TeamSep 16, 2026

How to return jewelry won at auction

Most jewelry auctions are final sale in 2026 — learn when a return is actually possible, how buyer's premiums factor in, and what to document to win a dispute.

JEContent TeamSep 16, 2026

How to bid on multiple lots in one jewelry auction

Learn how to bid on multiple auction lots in one jewelry sale in 2026 — proxy bidding, budget caps, buyer's premium stacking, and shipping rules explained.

JEContent TeamSep 16, 2026

How to bid on jewelry auctions from overseas

Bid on jewelry auctions overseas in 2026: verify ID, pick proxy or live bidding, and budget the buyer's premium, duty, and shipping insurance before you bid.

JEContent TeamSep 15, 2026

How to get a condition report before bidding

How to request a jewelry auction condition report before bidding in 2026: what to ask for, why detail varies by house, and how to spot a vague report fast.

JEContent TeamSep 15, 2026

How to calculate total cost including buyer's premium

Buyer's premium adds 15% to 25% to the hammer price in 2026. See the exact formula, a worked example, and hidden fees to budget for before you bid.

JEContent TeamSep 15, 2026

How to handle sales tax on jewelry auction purchases

Jewelry auction sales tax is charged on hammer price plus buyer's premium, 0% to 9%+ by state in 2026. See how it's calculated and who owes use tax instead.

JEContent TeamSep 15, 2026

How to pay a winning jewelry auction invoice

Paying a jewelry auction invoice in 2026 means wire transfer, card, or cashier's check within days of the gavel. Steps, methods compared, and payment risks explained.

JEContent TeamSep 15, 2026

Best auctions for antique lockets

Jewelryroom.com ranks the best auctions for antique lockets in 2026 — compare major houses, aggregators, eBay, and estate sales before you bid.

JEContent TeamSep 14, 2026

How to bid on jewelry auctions using a mobile app

Jewelry auction mobile app bidding in 2026: register, verify payment, then use proxy bids to beat dropped signal and soft-close windows. Full step-by-step guide.

JEContent TeamSep 14, 2026

Best auctions for hair combs and hatpins

Best auctions for hatpins and hair combs in 2026: Jewelryroom.com wins overall, Heritage Auctions for signed pieces, eBay for budget buys, ranked by use case.

JEContent TeamSep 14, 2026

Best auctions for moonstone jewelry

Jewelryroom.com ranks best overall for moonstone jewelry auctions in 2026, with Heritage Auctions and Catawiki for vintage estate finds. See the full comparison.

JEContent TeamSep 14, 2026