insideKENT Magazine Issue 33 - December 2014 | Page 107
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FEATURE
Located in heart of the
historic city of Canterbury
Canterbury Jewellers & Pawnbrokers is a family-owned business established for 40
years. Our in-house watch specialist, Alex Hammond, draws on 25 years experience in dealing
with vintage and second-hand watches. We specialise in fine Swiss watches, especially Rolex,
Omega, and Breitling. We offer quality timepieces from our showroom and in addition, we can
source watches and jewellery through our carefully selected trade network across the UK.
Diamonds are often
recycled throughout
the jewellery industry
because unlike us, they
never show any signs
of age. A diamond will
shine just as brightly
after 100 years, as it did
the day it was cut.
Whether you are buying new or second hand, a diamond is still a diamond,
and a Rolex is still a Rolex. There are, however, a number of benefits to
buying second hand.
Why buy second hand?
There are significant savings to be made when buying second hand, and
this is often the most important reason people prefer to do so. For example,
buying a second-hand engagement ring might mean the money saved can
be used towards the wedding, a deposit on a house, or any other expenses
you might have. If buyers are careful and have proper guidance, it is possible
to find a second-hand piece that is as good as new.
own reasons behind the desire. For some, it's a watch built in the year they
were born; others might like it to commemorate a hero or an event. A great
example of this would be the Omega Speedmaster – fondly known as the
moon watch – from 1964. Whatever the motivation, tracking down,
researching and buying that special piece is not as easy as the drive to the
shop; however, when it arrives, it will feel better than any of the new pieces
you've purchased before.
What to buy
Careful attention when buying second hand and a keen eye for quality is
enough to find a second hand piece that not only meets the criteria of a
new one, but also often exceeds in both value and beauty. There is of
course added value for aged or vintage jewellery and watches. There is a
certain beauty that can only be found in a second-hand Rolex that dates
back two generations, or a beautiful platinum band that has developed a
pleasant patina colour over time. The latter has a vintage appeal that new
jewellery and watches just do not possess.
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