If we are to assess the difference between an item of taxco silver jewelry as an investment against an item of gold jewelry we must consider a few factors.
When we are looking at the value of an item we must consider a lot more than just the price at time of purchase, we must also consider the metal, the gemstones which are used and of course the designer who made and designed the item.
It is the case that the value of gold has increased by a considerable amount over the last four years and this may seem therefore like a great investment.
This is just not the case in jewelry terms as often the item is sold for a lot more than the value of the gold, and we must understand that when looking at the value of jewelry which has been mass produced and often badly finished the items will only have the scrap value of the weight of the gold.
Designer items which are unusual and unique will always be far more attractive and valuable than factory produced items with little craftsmanship or style.
A good designer or jewelry with a reputation for quality is always going to hold its value and will often increase in value much more rapidly than the price of the metal used.
When we look at one of my favourite designers Margot de Taxco who made the famous vintage taxco silver jewelry we see that this jewelry continues to show great demand and steady increases in value over the years.
Vintage taxco jewelry was produced in the 1930s and contains a considerable Art deco influence along with a host of famous designers all of which ensures it will continue to be sought after both as an item of beauty and as an investment.
If you are looking to buy jewelry as an investment remember it is not just about the metal.