Sell Antique & Collectible Items in South Florida
Georgian mourning jewelry, Art Deco brooches, estate pieces from Tiffany, Cartier or Van Cleef and Arpels: Jon identifies the period, authenticate the maker, and pay a fair price for antique and collectible jewelry across South Florida.
Confidential appraisals. No obligation. Mobile service throughout Miami-Dade and Broward.
Period authentication and maker attribution
Trusted for period pieces and downsizing estates
Our portable gem lab comes to your location
Complete privacy on every estate transaction
Period Jewelry by Era
Every era has distinctive construction techniques, materials, and design language. Here is what Jon looks for.
Foil-backed stones, closed-back settings
Romantic and mourning jewelry, cameos, lockets
Nature-inspired flowing designs, enamel work
Platinum filigree, delicate white-on-white designs
Geometric patterns, bold colors, platinum and white gold
Large, bold gold designs, semi-precious stones
Abstract designs, innovative materials
Types of Antique & Collectible Items We Purchase
From Georgian mourning rings to signed mid-century designer pieces, Jon evaluates every period and category.
Old European and Old Mine cut diamond rings, Victorian cluster rings, Edwardian platinum rings, vintage wedding sets.
Victorian mourning brooches, Art Nouveau enamel pins, Art Deco diamond brooches, designer-signed pieces.
Victorian lockets and chains, Edwardian pearl necklaces, Art Deco sautoirs, vintage gemstone pendants.
Victorian drop earrings, Edwardian pendant earrings, Art Deco geometric designs, vintage screw-back styles.
Victorian bangle bracelets, Edwardian line bracelets, Art Deco link bracelets, vintage tennis bracelets.
Estate precious metal items and antique gemstone collections.
Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, David Webb, Bulgari, Boucheron, and signed artisan pieces.
Vintage pocket watches, antique ladies' wristwatches, estate luxury watch brands.
Our Professional Evaluation Process
A confidential, four-step process from first call to payment.
We arrange a private meeting at your preferred South Florida location to discuss your antique jewelry or collectibles.
Jon authenticates the period, research maker's marks, and evaluate materials and craftsmanship.
We explain our assessment and present a fair offer based on intrinsic value, period rarity, and collectibility.
Accept our offer and receive immediate payment. No consignment delays or auction waiting periods.
What Makes Antique Jewelry Valuable
Condition issues do not disqualify a piece. Here is what drives value up, and what we still buy.
Factors That Increase Value
✓ Period rarity, like Georgian or early Victorian pieces
✓ Designer attribution, signed pieces by Cartier, Tiffany, Van Cleef
✓ Gemstone quality, natural untreated stones and rare historical cuts
✓ Craftsmanship, hand-fabrication, enamel work, intricate filigree
✓ Completeness, original stones, settings, and matching sets
We Buy in Any Condition
✓ Missing stones or replaced gems
✓ Repair work or alterations
✓ Wear consistent with age
✓ Incomplete sets or pairs
✓ Pieces without provenance documentation
Why Sell Antique Jewelry to Jon Bragman, Inc.
Jon understands historical construction, period styles, and maker attribution, so every valuation reflects true antique jewelry market values, not a generic scrap estimate. We research auction results, dealer networks, and collector trends before we make an offer. Estate pieces carry family history, and every transaction honors that. There is no consignment delay and no auction wait: accept our offer and receive immediate payment.
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G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist
Every piece is tested and valued by credentialed experts.
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Insured by Lloyd's of London
Your pieces are protected throughout the evaluation.
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We Come to You
Private evaluations at your home or office anywhere in South Florida.
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No Obligation to Sell
A clear, honest offer. The decision is always yours.
Serving All South Florida
Mobile service throughout Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Jon Comes to You
Your comfort matters to us. That's why our office is wherever you feel safest. If you'd like to exchange your pieces for money or get an antique family heirloom assessed, then we can meet wherever you like! Our portable gem lab allows us to work in complete privacy, away from prying eyes. Of course, you're welcome to watch us at work.
What to expect
Tell us what you have
We come to you
Honest evaluation, no pressure
Credentials you can verify
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you authenticate antique jewelry?
Jon examines construction techniques, materials, hallmarks, wear patterns, and gemstone cutting styles to verify period authenticity.
Do antique pieces need original boxes or documentation?
No. While provenance adds value, we purchase antique jewelry without original packaging or papers. We authenticate through examination.
Is damaged antique jewelry still valuable?
Yes. Even pieces with missing stones, repairs, or wear retain value based on materials, period, and craftsmanship.
Will you come to my home to evaluate estate jewelry?
Yes. Our mobile service brings professional evaluation throughout South Florida. All assessments occur in your presence at your preferred location.
Is the evaluation confidential?
Absolutely. All transactions are handled with complete privacy and discretion.