1. How can I find out the price of an item that interests me?
2. What kind of guarantee do I get with my purchase?
3. Can I receive an item on approval?
4. What is the difference between antique, period and estate jewelry?
5. Why should I buy antique jewelry?
6. What are the most important considerations when buying antique jewelry?
7. What is the significance of a signed piece?
8. Do you do appraisals?
9. Can you advise me on gift selection?
10. Do you repair jewelry?
11. What is the size of your inventory?
12. How often do you receive new merchandise?
13. Do you buy jewelry from individual sellers?
14. How do you use personal information gathered on the site?

1. How can I find out the price of an item that interests me?
To find a price you may call, fax, or email us. Please see Contact Us.
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2. What kind of guarantee do I get with my purchase?
Kentshire's reputation is based on sixty years of dealing in fine antiques. Every item is fully described on our invoice and guaranteed to be as described. We guarantee watches (movement only) for one year from the date of purchase.
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3. Can I receive an item on approval?
We want you to be fully satisfied with your purchase. You may take the opportunity to see an item in your home before making a final decision. We will invoice you and require payment. Upon receipt of an item on approval, you will have 10 days to make your decision and notify us. If you decide to return the item, we will refund the full purchase price.
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4. What is the difference between antique, period and estate jewelry?
The term "antique" covers those pieces made more than 100 years ago. Period jewelry refers to jewelry that exhibits the design characteristics of a particular past era such as Art Deco. (For more information about the specific periods of jewelry, see the Timeline.) Estate Jewelry does not necessarily refer to articles that have come from an estate. In current usage it means jewelry that has been previously owned or is second hand.
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5. Why should I buy antique jewelry?
Most modern jewelry draws on the past for its inspiration. With antique jewelry, one may choose from the seemingly endless number of styles and motifs that populate the history of jewelry. It is exciting to wear pieces that are no longer made and ones that often employ techniques, materials, and craftsmanship that cannot be found today. The recent surge in demand and the scarcity of supply attests to the value of collecting antique jewelry.
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6. What are the most important considerations when buying antique jewelry?
The foremost considerations are condition and quality. Is the piece well made? Does it show any signs of wear? Has it been repaired, and if so, has the repair been well executed in the original spirit of the piece? Is the dealer you are buying from reputable and willing to stand behind your purchase?
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7. What is the significance of a signed piece?
A signed piece indicates the individual or the firm who made or sold a piece of jewelry.

Signatures alone are no guarantee of quality, nor are they always authentic. Put your trust in a knowledgeable dealer. Certain names in the history of jewelry making are recognized for their superb and innovative craftsmanship. Castellani, Lalique, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels are among them. Distinctive signed jewelry made by master jewelers of the past often commands higher prices.
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8. Do you do appraisals?
Our invoices offer complete documentation, with stone identification, weights, metals, dimensions, and dating. We can supply photographs of purchased items as well. This is often sufficient for most insurance companies. If not, we will be happy to recommend independent appraisers who are knowledgeable about antique and period jewelry.
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9. Can you advise me on gift selection?
We work diligently with our clients to find the right gift for the right occasion: engagements, weddings, the birth of a baby, or just any day or event worth commemorating with a gift. Through phone conversations, personal meetings, and email, we attempt to provide a level of individualized service and attention to meet your needs.
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10. Do you repair jewelry?
We repair only jewelry purchased at Kentshire Galleries.
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11. What is the size of your inventory?
Our inventory includes over 1300 pieces of jewelry.
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12. How often do you receive new merchandise?
We acquire jewelry every single day.
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13.Do you buy jewelry from individual sellers?
Yes. Please contact us by email or regular mail. Photographs of the articles on offer are helpful.
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