building a collection
Building a collection is not just a matter of buying jewelry in bulk. Essential for any collection is knowledge of the subject. In addition to acquiring jewely items, investing in books or getting access to a reference library is a must. It will help to distinguish between typological differences and will also be helpful in determining a focus for your collection. Knowledge is important for another vital element in collecting: documentation. Every item has its own story to tell: it needs to be catalogued, photographed and described. These jewelry items are not just adornment but heritage in their own right.
Real or a fake? Knowledge of your subject helps in avoiding wrong acquisitions