Hi! Why do some eBay sellers hide bidders’ identities? They use so-called “private listing – bidders’ identities protected” in order not to disclose bidders’ identities. I don’t get it why would anyone need to do this… In any case, all you ...
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![925 Sterling silver Snake bracelet with ruby on Catawiki – what’s the true market value?](https://www.shopperlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Snake-bracelet-260x185.jpg)
Dear all, About a week ago I wanted to buy this antique snake bracelet with rubies on Catawiki auction. However, the price skyrocketed and I refrained from bidding. Now I cannot stop thinking about this bracelet. Did I make a mistake? ...
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Are GGL certificates fake or not?
Hi guys! I need a new clasp for my akoya pearl necklace. 18K gold is a bit too soft. So, I’d prefer a 14K yellow gold clasp. Any ideas where I can get the best deal in terms of price/quality? I need a ...
![Are jewelry certificates issued by Westfield Jewelry Appraisers credible?](https://www.shopperlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Westfield-certificate-260x185.jpg)
Hi! I’m about to buy a piece of jewelry for my wife. It comes with a certificate issued by Westfield Jewelry Appraisers. Are these certificates credible? Paulo
![Rubies, Emeralds & Sapphires Earrings & Pendant. Seller TrulyVenusian on Etsy. Are these gemstones natural or not?](https://www.shopperlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/earrings-260x185.jpg)
I would like to buy a present for my girlfriend, and I found a pair of these nice earrings + pendant on Etsy – https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/727871255/victorian-edwardian-spirit-of-christmas The seller has a 5-star reputation. She claims that all the gemstones ...
![925 Silver Ring – 6.52 Ct Green Emerald – Catawiki. How much is it worth?](https://www.shopperlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Ring-emerald-260x185.jpg)
Hi everyone! Can I have your opinion about this ring on Catawiki auction website? https://www.catawiki.com/l/37766301-925-silver-ring-6-52-ct-green-emerald At the moment the highest bid is EUR 80, but the auction will end in 22 hours. So, there is still plenty of ...
![Are these emeralds on auctionet.com genuine?](https://www.shopperlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/auctionet-emerald-260x185.jpg)
First of all, I’d like to thank you, Anna and @Editor, for your exhaustive answers on this one – https://www.shopperlib.com/question/12-25-ct-ggl-certificate-unheated-emerald-ring-925-ebay/ Are these two dyed beryl, too?: 1. https://auctionet.com/en/1232118-smaragd-7-07-ct 2.
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Hi! I would really appreciate an opinion on this one. There was an auction on Catawiki today – emerald beads necklace. I wanted to bid on this item (https://auction.catawiki.com/kavels/32312223-4-wires-handmade-emerald-necklace-round-beads-polished-191-g-1), but I was really surprised that there is no ...
![Loose emerald 7.22 ct, IGI certified, on liveauctioneers.com. How much it is worth?](https://www.shopperlib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/emerald-260x185.jpg)
Hi, I’d like to ask about this emerald on liveauctioneers.com: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/81173757_igi-certified-722-ct-emerald-colombia It has been certified by IGI. So, no doubt, it is a natural emerald. However, I’m not sure how much should I bid on it. The price ...