How to Find Hidden Jewelry Markings! #gold #jewelry #jewellery #hallmark #silver #markings

In this video we talk about where markings like 14k and 925 can hide on a piece of jewelry. We also discuss when you should spend time looking for such markings, where to look for them, and why a marking may be missing or nearly impossible to see. We feature items made of 925 (Sterling) and 950 (better than Sterling) silver, 14 Karat (14k) and 10 Karat (10k) Gold. Gems like Rubies, Diamonds, CZs, Topaz, Aquamarine, Pearls and Precious Coral. The jewelry itself comes from America, Israel, Europe, and possibly other places. There are bracelets, rings, stud earrings, hoop earrings, pins, a pearl necklace, and even a 10k Gold thimble! #thrift #gold #jewellery If you need to see markings, try out this cheap loupe like I show in the video. Works fine (generally, quality control isn't great), but at $7USD it can't be beat: https://amzn.to/4fWPjIy We often employ a cheap magnet of a type you can find here if you need one: https://amzn.to/4hf65nd ($7USD at the time I am uploading this video) The gold test kit I use is this one if you would like to get your own: https://amzn.to/4kugYnt This video provides a guide on how to find hidden jewelry markings that indicate metal content, such as "14k" for gold or "925" for silver (0:11). The creator emphasizes the importance of developing an eye for quality (0:29) in jewelry, as good quality pieces are almost always marked (0:41). Key takeaways and tips for finding markings include: Common locations for ring markings: Most commonly found inside the band (1:40). Looking for "odd" spots: If a mark isn't in the usual place, look for any unusual or flat surfaces (2:34, 8:28). Using a jeweler's loupe: A cheap loupe is essential for reading tiny or worn marks (2:59). Researching unfamiliar marks: Use your phone to look up unknown stamps like "15 C" (4:40). Don't dismiss unmarked jewelry: If a piece feels and looks like quality but has no visible marks, they might be worn off or hidden. It's worth further inspection (5:56). Tiny and fine stamps: Markings can be incredibly small and fine (7:06), requiring close inspection. Markings on various jewelry types: Pins/Tie Tacs: Check the pin itself or small flat surfaces (8:56). Cuff links: Look on any flat surface (10:08). Hoop earrings: Often on a flat surface on the hoop (11:05). Stud earrings: Markings can be on the stud or the backer (11:58). Hollow pieces/Bracelets/Necklaces: Check inside the piece or on clasps and catches (12:18, 13:08, 13:40). Unintentionally hidden marks: Some markings are in difficult-to-access spots, like on a surface marked before assembly (15:00). Extremely hidden marks: Some marks are in unexpected and hard-to-find places, requiring very close scrutiny (16:15). The video concludes by noting that finding jewelry markings is a continuous learning process, as jewelers place them in various, sometimes unpredictable, locations (18:44). It also mentions that some custom pieces may not be marked at all (19:12).