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Antique clock
What is antiques in general? Antiques mean various categories of antiques having one or another value. Value most often consists, in addition to age and material of manufacture, from rarity (rarity) and uniqueness.
“Antique watches” – this category includes antique watches that were invented by mankind in the past (at least more than 50-60 years ago). What kinds and types of materials people did not produce instruments for measuring time. Among the ancient watches there are models dating back several centuries, made of gold and decorated with precious stones. And they were made of such high quality that they can still be used for their intended purpose. It is no exaggeration to say that watches manufactured many years ago also carry historical value. They can be equated with works of art, such as paintings or sculptures. Naturally, the price of such watches is very high, and if they belonged to some famous person, they are sold at a special auction. Continue reading
ANTIQUE BROOCH – REFLECTION OF THE ERA
Antique Brooch – as a piece of jewelry – reaches its peak in the middle of the 17th century, it was during this period that European and Russian craftsmen began to actively use diamonds in brooch decoration. And, perhaps, this period can be called the diamond in the history of the evolution of the brooch. It was the works of this period that laid the foundation for diamond cutting of diamonds, which is used today. The brooch itself changes its purpose. If before this brooches were used more as beautifully decorated clasps, then in this period agraphs were more used in ceremonial or other solemn events. Continue reading