How to Find Inexpensive Quality Costume Jewelry

Treasure Chest

Do you love to wear jewelry? Would you like to have a collection of interesting jewelry pieces? Antique Malls across America hold a treasure chest of inexpensive quality jewelry waiting for you to discover. The jewelry ranges in price starting at $1 a piece and up. You can find charming necklaces, dangling earrings and unique brooches and pins.

Instructions

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   Take an inventory of your jewelry. Before purchasing jewelry you need to make a list of pieces that would look good with your wardrobe. Check out your favorite outfits, analyze their colors and style. Make a list of jewelry styles that you are looking for.

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   Head to the Antique Mall. Your best prices on unique quality jewelry will be found at an Antique Mall. Antique Malls are made up of booths that are stocked and managed by many small business owners from your local community. There is a treasure chest of jewelry to be found at these malls. Be sure to check all the booths in the Mall, each booth is individual and will have an assortment of items. The prices will vary by dealer.

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   Go to an Auction. Auctions are another great place to pick up inexpensive quality costume jewelry. Usually at an auction the jewelry will be sold in lots. Decide on your highest bidding price before raising your auction paddle.

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   Ebay. Ebay offers an enormous amount of jewelry to choose from. Search for jewelry lots to find more value for your dollars. You also can search for a specific item such as a dragonfly pin. If you do buy a lot from ebay or an auction you can share the extra pieces with your friends or save them for your grandchildren.

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   Accessorize. Wear your jewelry. Mix and match. One special piece is usually enough unless you love to wear more. Have fun and learn to sparkle.

Tips & Warnings

• Ebay your extra jewelry that you no longer wear.

• Keep a treasure chest of jewelry for your grandchildren.

• Look for signatures on your antique buys.