How To Identify Valuable Rings & Jewelry by Dr. Lori

[@laurarose6829]

Thank you Dr.Lori. I found a ring in a 5$ bag at the thrift store. I didn’t look at the bag. It was marked 999 Mexico and I knew right away it was pure silver thanks to YOU. I learned silver isn’t only marked 925.

[@ashleymoore4544]

I just discovered you 10 minutes ago and I think I'm on a third or fourth video I'm losing track but I'm going to keep going because I'm becoming obsessed with your knowledge and your humor! Thank you for sharing and you now have a new fan!

[@DrLoriV]

Welcome Ashley! Thanks for watching :)

[@seariakett4209]

*Dr. Lori ... I not only love jewelry but I love your appraisals too!* 💕

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks for watching!

[@marlywivi7662]

I looooove jewellery , the giggle at the beginning 😆 Greetings from 🇨🇦 Have a blessed Sunday

[@simplyrobertastreasures6204]

Just love you Dr Lori. Always so informative 💕🌹💕

[@jeanjones7486]

Great info! Always looking forward to my next lesson! Lol! Oh...but I do....Besty Wishes to a great teacher!

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks!

[@monserratbustosblanco5645]

Dr Lori, my favorite thing in this world is jewelry, like you, and I have learned so much from you, I collect also, thank you for all the information you give us, keep your videos coming.

[@DrLoriV]

Happy to hear it! Have you watched all my jewelry videos? Here is the link to binge watch all of them at once at kzbin.info/aero/PLedo2ubiWRdStWd8XMrTX8JeGShGb6mRL

[@ptauagpt]

This woman is good !!!!!!!! She knows !!!!!

[@lmercan4809]

Thanks for another great video😀 I know you are very busy but keep them coming ...I learn a great deal from you ...more then antiques road show!!! Love ya babe❤

[@DrLoriV]

I appreciate your comments. We try to find time for new videos. Look for a new one here every week. Plus there are others on my website at www.DrLoriV.com/videos that I can’t post on KZbin like from my TV appearances.

[@rachelwaters2177]

Dr. Lori, you are fabulous !! I love love your enthusiasm don't listen to these negative Nancys!! You rock girl!!

[@DrLoriV]

+shell Waters Thanks very much. I try to share my info and I am happy to hear you think it's helpful. Thanks for the support.

[@amamo22]

I am so glad I came across your videos, I enjoy them so much . I hope I learn something

[@DrLoriV]

Welcome! Keep watching, you'll learn! Don't expect dieting advice :)

[@kristeyh2761]

You are very enjoyable to learn from. Thank you!

[@DrLoriV]

Glad you enjoy. Share my videos on YT and social media so your friends learn too!

[@justmeonthebeach]

Very informative, thanks a lot!

[@MirroCosmoKenisis]

Question: where you been Lori all of my life love of jewelry

[@max2u21]

Enjoy your videos very much. Very helpful information. Keep up the great job!

[@DrLoriV]

Hi Liz, Thanks. More vids on my website at www.DrLoriV.com/videos that are from TV and can't be posted on my KZbin channel. Check them out!

[@haydenscott8070]

Thank you, Dr. lori!!!

[@marabevan6524]

My favorite topic too!

[@angryjungles]

Dr. lori your video is always informative and helpful. Thanks

[@DrLoriV]

Happy to hear it! Thanks again for watching and commenting.

[@flippingforreal109]

Wow, that is so cool I would have never thought of that and this is way I love this channel so much.

[@RW-gk3gx]

I just inherited a ring from my great great grandma. Its platinum, diamond and sapphire. The ring was in a box of a jeweler that closed down and I can only find one thing on the web about the jeweler from 1888. Ironically that is the year my GG Grandma was married. My husband says its a Victorian, my mom says its a Edwardian. I thought it was Art Deco. I'm getting it appraised in a few weeks but am curious to find out how old the ring is. Platinum wasn't readily available till 1920s, right?

[@DrLoriV]

I can help, but need to see the ring to verify what you really have. Bring your husband and Mom along to my next Ask Dr. Lori live video to show me so I can settle the dispute :)

[@lavenderpearlvintage1846]

When will we see you in Oklahoma City? I've been waiting for years😒

[@DrLoriV]

When a group invites and hosts me. That's how my events get scheduled :)

[@krisangeladiones5414]

A blessed day how i wish that someday you will help me also to appraise my vintage ring.thank you.

[@DrLoriV]

I can help, just need to see the ring. Can you send me a pic using the form on my website?

[@MOALGSAT]

Thanks for sharing another amazing video!!!👍👍👍☺️☺️☺️💝💗💜💝💗💜💝💗💜💝💗💜

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks

[@whylogicalthinking]

Thank you

[@jeetendraagarwal3606]

Thank you Dr.. Lori

[@DrLoriV]

Glad you enjoyed it. More tips on jewelry on my website at goo.gl/KzxNJp

[@lindajordan9286]

Love what your teaching, Love what your saying BUT I have many pieces of costume antique jewelry and still have no idea it's worth. Mom passed & have her pieces ?????????

[@DrLoriV]

Sorry to hear about your Mom. I can look at the pieces if you send me photos. Check out my website :)

[@BeefZupreme]

Is it true that the prices at the jewelry stores are to cover the cost of not only the jewelry piece , but also overhead cost plus profits for the boss/master?

[@DrLoriV]

Ask this question during my next Ask Dr. Lori LIVE video!

[@AliciaVintage]

Can you make a video on how to identify antique jewelry? :)

[@DrLoriV]

+Alicia Gaborr Good suggestion. I actually have some already on my website about how to spot jewelry at www.DrLoriV.com/videos that I have done for TV shows, but just can't post on my channel here. Check those out.

[@AliciaVintage]

+Dr. Lori Okay, thank you!

[@anniegarcia7716]

I also got a piece of jewerly ive never deben before its a closed hand and on the bottom when you grab the bottom the hands open. You think you might know what this is used for?

[@DrLoriV]

Annie, I can help identify it. Just need to see it. Can you bring it to one of my events at www.DrLoriV.com/events?

[@qasimkhan367]

Impress with your knowledge, always enjoyable and interesting, and nice and clear explanation.

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks Qasim. I've got many more vids on my website about jewelry. Check those out too!

[@qasimkhan367]

Hello Dr. Lori, i have a question that how to find a potential collector or buyer if we have something unique to sell?

[@DrLoriV]

+Qasim khan Many use my online appraisal reports to help them sell. Request reports using the form on my website. You get accurate identification and location where someone else sold a similar item.

[@qasimkhan367]

Ok thanks for response actually i am not from usa i live in danmark :(

[@DrLoriV]

+Qasim khan I serve people all over the world through my website at www.DrLoriV.com

[@trampham8017]

Really helpful. Thank you so much ❤

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks for the feedback. Hope you enjoy the other videos too.

[@zionzero3255]

Great information thank you.

[@DrLoriV]

What part helped you the most?

[@ajunteburns6894]

Dr. Lori, Where can I send you a picture of the 2 rings that I possess so that I may know it's value and authenticity?

[@DrLoriV]

I review photos submitted on my website

[@blessedone843]

Your're awesome Dr Lori!

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks, I know!, but you have to tell everyone else. Share my vids!

[@howardtackett9058]

I have a ring I got at a estate sale about 15 years ago. I can’t find the appraisal and information on the center stone. It has TGG14K inside the band. It was my understanding that it is a one of a kind and the center stone is only mined in a different country and I can’t remember what country. I am going to try to figure out how to post a couple photos of it and any help would be greatly appreciated!

[@DrLoriV]

Send me Photos. Use the form on my website.

[@rebeccajray871]

You are the best, I love your videos.

[@DrLoriV]

Nice to hear. Hope you keep watching.

[@dannycombs9507]

I've got what I believe to be an older ring I was hoping you might be able to tell me something on it. I do not know how to get a picture to you though

[@DrLoriV]

To send me photos use the form on my website. To get to the form, watch a video and click on the "i" icon in the top right corner. See my face? Click on that and it will take you to the Send Photos form on my website.

[@dannycombs9507]

@@DrLoriV Thank you

[@amberdennard9708]

How do I send you a picture of a ring my mother gave me that they found while digging for thier pool?... im so curious

[@DrLoriV]

Use the form on my website. To get to the form, watch a video and click on the "i" icon in the top right corner. See my face? Click on that and it will take you to the Send Photos form on my website.

[@anniegarcia7716]

Is a magnet a good test for sterling silver?

[@DrLoriV]

Don't rely on these tricks. Focus on one thing and know it. Start by reading my article on silver at www.drloriv.com/Tips/ID/4517/Sterling-silver

[@rosalbahamer994]

Is an old ring band without the diamond still valuable?

[@DrLoriV]

Of course a band can have value, it will depend on the quality of the band.

[@christinaruiz8168]

I'd like to show you a ring I'm not sure what year or from. Was my grandmother's the diamond is real so is the gold. I would love to know the history behind the ring

[@DrLoriV]

Need to see it. Send me photos at www.drloriv.com/find-values/online/online-appraisal-form/ or schedule a video call at www.drloriv.com/find-values/from-your-video-call/. See how on my website.

[@divineangelic2727]

Hi dr Lori I love jewelry any kind of jewelry girlie girl

[@dhhallstrom7933]

Malachite? I think you mean Marcasite is a "shiny stone"

[@DrLoriV]

Thanks, right you are. Glad you like the videos. Please share them--even with the mis-speak--with others

[@FranciscoLopez-uh3pm]

What is the name of your antique app. Thanks

[@DrLoriV]

You can send photos using my Priority Ask Dr. Lori subscription. Sign up at any time on my website.

[@ratapaga5963]

I have beautiful Purple sapphire and peridot Ring

[@DrLoriV]

Great!

[@leovega9538]

I have a ring I would like to know the price of it please I found it at the beach but it has no markings on it

[@DrLoriV]

I can help, send me photos.

[@mamashell1523]

So interesting!!! I just found your channel. Please help me identify the markings on my ring. 925 PD Is is sterling silver? Is it Palladium? Thank you for your time!!!

[@DrLoriV]

Welcome! I can help, just need to see your piece. Can you send me pics using a form on my website?

[@kathrynbenavidez9079]

Hi Dr Lori I would like to know the value of my made in China 10K and printed on the band gold band set it with what I was told was a crystal stone... Kathryn

[@DrLoriV]

Send me Photos. Use the form on my website.

[@divineangelic2727]

Hi dr Lori I found a ring st a thrift store. Which reads 925. Do you tho k a real diamond can be in there. I haven’t bought a detector. Is it expensive

[@DrLoriV]

Again need to see it :)

[@jorunbrigitta1499]

Your informational video is interesting but lacking. You might want to clarify the difference between open settings and closed ones in jewelry and how it indicates value and quality or lack of it in a piece of jewelry. Also explaining why some stones are "foiled" or coated with reflective material and some aren't and why and how it pertains to a stones value would be handy. Clarifying that for some stones clarity, cut and perfection equals more value (such as in diamonds, topaz, sapphire ) and that inclusions, colored striations etc in others (such as in opal, lapis lazuli and amber) is essential to the value of other kinds of precious/semiprecious stones. You would serve your audience better if you also explained to them how diamonds are a bad investment when compared to other precious stones, platinum and gold. Why are your lectures always so generalized and may I dare say vague at times?

[@DrLoriV]

Jorun Brigitta Thank you for your comments. I am sure you understand that there is a lot of ground to cover. Will be posting more videos with more information soon. Thanks again.

[@margiebyerly9988]

Geez Jorun. Give her s break!

[@fool4singing]

Hi Lori, We have an Alexandrite stone in our family that my Great-Grandfather obtained in Russia in the late 19th Century, and then had it mounted into a ring to give to his wife. My Mom now has the ring, and I'd like to have it appraised, but I'm actually afraid to let it out of my sight. I've heard that they are worth $15,000.00 a carat, and can even go up to $70,000.00 a carat if the ring is over a certain carat amount. I'm guessing the one we have is around 8 to 10 carats. Is there a way to have it certified and valued with someone without leaving it in their possession? I just fear that they might remove the stone and put a synthetic one in there instead and tell me it wasn't real, even though I know it's the real deal. They didn't even make synthetic ones when he obtained it in Russia. Thank you!

[@DrLoriV]

Yes, you should be concerned. It does happen. Find someone who will review the piece in front of you the entire time. Don't let it leave your sight.

[@fool4singing]

@@DrLoriV Thanks Lori for your response and advice! I'm still enjoying your segments on KZbin! I'll let you know when I find out more information on our ring.

[@mommadeachannelforherselft2753]

I just found you I think you're awesome

[@DrLoriV]

Welcome and thanks for subbing!

[@liztaylor1973]

I've tried sending you an appraisal on your website but all I got was some dude "appraiser" who couldn't tell me anything about it & a free week trial to the app that wouldn't work again unless I gave my credit card info again. Not what I expected at all.

[@DrLoriV]

You have me confused with someone else. I am the only appraiser on my website. And, I don't offer free week trials and I don't have a phone app. I'm sorry you had that bad experience, but you are welcome to try my website. You complete the online appraisal form, I review it and I reply. Happy to help :)

[@teresaj8068]

I love you!!

[@DrLoriV]

You're sweet 😊

[@leovega9538]

How do I send you the picture of the ring

[@DrLoriV]

Use a form on my website to send photos

[@leovega9538]

@@DrLoriV would that form be under your videos or where sorry I don't know much about computer

[@DrLoriV]

@@leovega9538 Go to my website and look for the Send Photos links with a camera icon. Click on that and you'll see the form.

[@annettegrimenstein3951]

My friend gave me a ring it is marked TERLING not sterling, what does that mean?

[@DrLoriV]

Did you see my new video on How to tell SILVER marks?

[@annettegrimenstein3951]

@@DrLoriV I will now

[@lifeofmamatess1908]

👍👍👍

[@NilesMIFishingbuddies3242]

Could you please help me

[@DrLoriV]

Yes

[@NilesMIFishingbuddies3242]

I have a ? Bout this thing I got I believe it's something to do with babe Ruth

[@DrLoriV]

You can send me photos so I can see and review the piece. See details on my website

[@NilesMIFishingbuddies3242]

@@DrLoriV can I send them to you on messenger

[@DrLoriV]

@@NilesMIFishingbuddies3242 I need the form completed on my website with answers to my questions about the piece. It's easy to do.

[@TheHighsea]

Thank you, Dr. Lori

[@DrLoriV]

You are so welcome! Thanks for subbing and supporting the channel.