It is often asked why you would buy pre-owned jewellery over new. Many feel strange at the thought of wearing something someone has previously owned. However, we're here to tell you why buying pre-owned should be next on your shopping list.
Pre-owned jewellery is more Affordable...
One of the first advantages that comes to mind is the price. Pre-owned items can sometimes cost 50% less than if you were buying it new. This is a common thing as it is the same with cars, gadgets etc. It is simply because it has no longer not been used or worn.
Quality
If you're shopping for a pre-owned item with William May, all of our pieces go through our in-house workshop first where they are cleaned and polished so that when they go on sale, they are in an as new condition. Also, keep in mind that sometimes people may sell items that they may have only worn once or twice so that they are practically in a new condition anyway.
Longevity
More luxury items are made to last and having a few more expensive items in your jewellery collection is what takes a simple outfit to a statement look. Pre-owned jewellery items are quality pieces, that will continue to stand the test of time.
Style
Pre-owned jewellery is timeless and reflect the decades that have gone by. Vintage pieces allow you to show off your own personal style and stand out as you'll be wearing something individual and unique, not something mass produced on the high street.
A Piece of History
When jewellery has been owned by someone else, it always makes you wonder what occasions did they wear it for? Was it a gift from someone special or a family heirloom? You will be creating the next chapter of the story for that piece of jewellery.
Creating your own Family Heirloom
Once you purchase a piece that is special to you, you can then pass it down to your own future generations. Something that you wear now will more than likely come back around again and then you will have a unique, vintage piece that will be treasured by whoever is wearing it.
Wider Choice
When shopping in the pre-owned market, you will find that there are many styles and designs to choose from, rather than on the high street as the options available will be whatever is on trend at that current time. In addition, you will also be able to afford brands that may be out of your reach if they were in a brand new condition.
Eco-Friendly
Having environmental awareness is an important part of our world today, and buying pre-owned jewellery contributes to a more sustainable future. When fewer gemstones are mined, it means there's less pollution in the air, soil and water and more intact wildlife habitats.
If you decide to sell your Pre-Owned Jewellery...
As previously mentioned, when selling things like cars, gadgets and many other things, prices can drop quite drastically. However, if you buy and then resell a piece of pre-owned jewellery, the difference in these two prices will be a lot lower than if you decide to sell a piece of jewellery when you are the first owner.
