Check material
Basic material, old layers and condition decide which route makes sense.
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Some pieces are not in the drawer because they are worthless. They lie there because no one knows exactly what else can be done with them.
The ring that was previously worn. The pendant that looks too bright, too dark or too worn. The small metal object from an estate. A souvenir that you don't want to throw away, but also doesn't really use anymore.
It is precisely with such pieces that the better decision does not start with buying new. It begins with an exam.
Have your own piece checked at LAFFARTS.deMemory beats new purchase
When a piece has meaning, “new” often isn’t enough.
Ein neues Objekt kann sauber aussehen. Aber es ersetzt nicht die Geschichte.
When it comes to memorabilia, heirlooms and old jewelry, it's rarely just about shine. It's about the feeling of being able to keep something without it seeming neglected. A good refurbishment can make a piece wearable again, more visible or more worthy without erasing its origins.
Abrieb verstehen
Edges, inner surfaces and contact points show what the piece has experienced in everyday life.
Choose gold tone
The tone has to fit the piece, not just an ideal image.
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Not every old piece is lost.
- ein Ring, der nicht mehr getragen wird
- a trailer with a worn surface
- an heirloom from the family
- an old piece of jewelry that no longer fits your own imagination
- a small metal object with emotional value
- a discovery that could regain meaning through gold
Der erste Schritt ist klein.
You do not have to send the piece in immediately. The sensible place to start is with photos: front, back, edges, problem areas and a short sentence about what the piece is for you.
Start photos and inquiries via LAFFARTS.deFAQ
Can you have old jewelry gilded?
Many old pieces of jewelry can be gold-plated or refurbished depending on the material, condition and later use. It is important to check in advance because abrasion, old layers and contact surfaces influence the result.
Is it worth refurbishing heirlooms?
If the piece has personal meaning, it's at least worth the assessment. Not every heirloom should be changed, but many pieces can be made to look worthy again without losing their history.
Do I have to send the piece in directly?
No. The first step is photos and a short description. You can then decide whether a more detailed check makes sense.
Which is better: replacing or refurbishing?
If memory, origin or emotional meaning are attached to it, processing is often the better first test.