Mayflower Estate Buyers and Consultants

10/22/2026

💍 That mother’s ring tucked away in your jewelry box might be worth more than you think.

Peggy takes a closer look at a mother’s ring and explains why it may be worth exploring your options rather than letting it sit unworn in a drawer.

Whether you’re curious about its value or simply ready to do something different with jewelry you no longer wear, Mayflower is here to help you understand your options.

✨ You might be surprised by what’s been sitting in your jewelry box!

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10/21/2026

🎶 All the single ladies, all the single ladies… 💃

A tray full of ladies, and they understood the assignment. 😉 Turn your sound on for this one! 🔊

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10/20/2026

💎 Buyer vs. Appraiser: What’s the Difference?

When you hand someone a piece of jewelry, what they’re looking for depends on their role.

Virgil and Randy break down the difference between evaluating a piece as a buyer and examining it as an appraiser. While both bring jewelry expertise to the table, they’re looking at different things to answer different questions.

Curious about a piece of jewelry you own? Understanding the difference can help you decide where to start.

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10/16/2026

Inherited jewelry can come with a lot of questions. Where do you start?

At Mayflower, you have options. Randy, our Certified Gemologist Appraiser, can help you understand what you have with a professional appraisal. Or, if you’re interested in selling, Peggy and Virgil can walk you through a buying offer.

Whether you’re looking for information, considering your next steps, or simply not sure where to begin, we’re here to help.

📅 Ready to talk? Schedule an appointment through the link in our bio.

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10/15/2026

Tiny charm, clever design!

Peggy is sharing one of those fun little treasures that makes estate jewelry so special: an adorable gold Bayer aspirin holder charm that actually opens! ✨

It’s a little piece of jewelry history with a practical purpose and so much personality. You can’t help but love the creativity behind vintage charms like this!

Would you wear it? 💊

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10/15/2026

We’re proud to see Randy Lightfoot representing Mayflower Estate Buyers and Consultants at the recent AGS Conclave! 💎

Appraising jewelry takes more than technical expertise. It also takes communication, empathy, and the ability to navigate difficult conversations with clients. We’re glad to see these important skills getting the spotlight they deserve.

Thanks to Gemworld International for sharing this conversation!

Technical skill is just one piece of an appraiser’s role.

At the recent AGS Conclave event, held Sept. 14-17 in Orlando, a panel explored the crucial soft skills that help appraisers navigate the challenging moments when client expectations meet reality.

The panel included:
💎Mike West, R.F. Moeller Jeweler
💎Randy Lightfoot, Mayflower Estate Buyers and Consultants
💎Andrea Venn, American Gem Society
💎Moderator: Joel Hassler, Von Hasle Jewelers

Read the round-up from journalist Eileen McClelland in our latest digital Trade in Focus newsletter.

10/14/2026

How can you tell if a piece of jewelry is really gold? 🔍

Virgil walks us through the acid test, a traditional method used to help identify the metal content of jewelry. It’s one of the ways we investigate a piece and learn more about what’s in front of us.

There’s more to evaluating jewelry than meets the eye!

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10/12/2026

A tulip, but make it feel like fall. 🍂🌷

This one-of-a-kind ring brings a little floral whimsy to the season, with a sculptural yellow gold base shaped like a blooming tulip. Vibrant rubies, emeralds, and sapphires add a pop of color, while diamond accents bring just the right amount of sparkle.

Nature-inspired, full of personality, and anything but ordinary. 💍

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10/09/2026

Antique or vintage? How old does jewelry have to be to earn each title? 🤔

Randy breaks down the difference between antique and vintage jewelry—and the years that separate the two.

It’s a simple distinction, but one that comes up often when talking about jewelry from the past. 💎

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10/07/2026

This pile of gold tells a VERY different story depending on when you bought it. 👀

20 years ago.
10 years ago.
And today.

The value of gold has changed dramatically over time — and it’s a good reminder that what’s sitting in your jewelry box may be worth more than you realize.

Curious what your gold is worth today? That’s something we can help with.

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