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Jacquelyn
Babush -
Jewelry Conservator |
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When
examining a piece of fine antique jewelry, we take into
consideration the quality of the materials, including
stone identification, testing and grading, the historical
cuts of stones, metallurgy, period construction methods,
condition, design, and historical rarity and context,
as well as every aspect of the original jeweler's art.
We also provide this service for clients with ancient
bronze, silver or gold jewelry in need of professional
cleaning and/or valuation.
Ponsford can provide documented references with which
to compare pieces, as well as complete valuations of treasured
early jewelry. Minor repairs, including cleaning, non-intrusive
lab testing, and small stone replacements, are performed
locally. Pieces in need of more significant restoration
can be referred to an historically-educated GIA Graduate
Gemologist. Intrusive agents such as ultrasonic cleaning
for jewelry dating before 1880, will never be used. Nearly
all cleaning will be performed by caring hands with a
delicate touch. Each examination will include a photograph
of the item as well as a written report stating accurate
circa dating, materials, condition, gold and/or gemstone
content, rarity, historical significance, and, for insurance
purposes, a suggested replacement value. When requested,
a published/documented source of similar examples of jewelry
will be included for the further education of the client
(which we encourage). If we judge the piece to be in need
of restoration, we can present a general outline of expense,
time involved, referrals (if not in-house), and the benefits
of restoration. |
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