X-Ray Testing
Advanced XRF machines can detect gold-plated items by identifying the base metal underneath, usually effective within a few micrometers to 10-15 microns of plating thickness.
Authenticity at the Heart of Everything We Do
Each jewel we curate is carefully verified for origin, quality, and craftsmanship,ensuring you own a piece that is truly authentic and timeless.
OUR MISSION
Redefining Luxury, Sustainably
We aim to make jewellery more sustainable by reviving what already exists, celebrating craftsmanship, and inspiring a deeper connection to every piece.
How We Authenticate Vintage Gold Jewelry
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Hallmark check
Hallmarking is the accurate determination and official recording of the proportionate content of precious metal in precious metal articles. Hallmarks are thus official marks used in many countries as a guarantee of purity or fineness of precious metal articles
Gemmologist
A gemologist evaluation is a definitive and expert assessment used to determine the authenticity, quality, and characteristics of gemstones. It involves professional analysis of factors such as cut, color, clarity, and carat, ensuring an accurate and trustworthy understanding of a stone’s true value.
Verified & Guaranteed Authentic
Every piece is professionally assessed, quality-checked, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity for your complete peace of mind.
Verification
All jewelry offered on Another’s Legacy is assessed by a professional in the field.
As a marketplace specializing in second-hand jewelry, Another’s Legacy works with an in-house expert to verify every piece.
Authenticity Guarantee
Delivery of a certificate of authenticity, certificate of expertise, and invoice from Another’s Legacy.
For any purchase, you will receive documentation within 24 hours of shipment or hand delivery, detailing characteristics of the jewelry and confirming authenticity.
Some items containing gemstones or branded pieces may include their original certificate, which is included in the purchase and visible on the product images.
How we price
Fair pricing, shaped by knowledge and care
Every vintage piece is different. That is why our pricing is never based on one simple formula, but on experience, sourcing insight, and a close understanding of what makes each item truly special.
We own the full journey — and that matters for the price
From sourcing and authentication to restoration, photography, storytelling and direct sale, we handle the entire value chain ourselves. That means fewer middlemen, more knowledge in-house, and sharper pricing for you.
It also means we can be selective. We choose pieces for their character, craftsmanship and rarity — not just for labels. The result is a curated universe of vintage items that feel personal, distinctive and fairly priced for what they are.
We do not price by trend alone. We price by what the piece is, what makes it special, and what it should honestly cost.
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Materials & craftsmanship
We assess gold content, gemstones, construction and the quality of the work — because true value begins with what the piece is made of and how well it was created.
02
Rarity & design value
Some pieces stand out because of their era, silhouette, maker or details you simply do not come across often. That uniqueness is part of the value.
03
Condition & market insight
We weigh condition, wearability and real market demand — then balance that with our direct sourcing model to keep prices as strong and fair as possible.
