110 R.I. Code R. 110-RICR-20-00-1.16

Current through December 26, 2024

Section 110-RICR-20-00-1.16 - Appendix C - How to Describe Jewelry

A. A sketch drawn by the buyer should supplement difficult descriptions, such as jewelry. In addition to the name and value of the article to be described, include the following:

1. Color and kind of metal

2. Number, kind, color, ring size, and size of stone(s)

3. Weight and unit of measurement of each piece

4. Type of mounting such as filigree, plain, engraved, etc.

5. Type of setting, such as basket, tiffany, box, etc.

6. Inscriptions, dates, engravings, initials, serial numbers, and jeweler's markings

B. Further, when you are describing:

1. Bracelets: Give width, whether link, filigree, solid, flexible, etc.; whether plain, engraved or stone set. State whether safety chain attached and type of clasp.

2. Brooches and Pins: Give size and shape, whether plain, engraved or filigree; whether pin has safety clasp.

3. Earrings: State style, length; whether screw, clasp, or pierced; color stones, etc.

4. Emblems, Charms, Frat Pin, Etc.: Show size shape and name of lodge or club (Masonic, Elks, Eagles, Phi Delta Kappa, Sigma Chi, Nurse, Corporation Service Pins, etc.).

5. Necklaces: Give length: whether 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 strands; whether matched or graduated stones or beads; whether strung or thread or chain (give color and kind); describe clasp.

6. Pendants: Show size, shape strung or chain, ribbon, cord, or thread; give color and type; describe clasp.

7. Rings: State kind of metal and color (yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver, etc.); kind and number of stones (diamond, ruby, etc.); whether plain, engraved, or filigree; ring size, and any jeweler's marks, inscriptions, or initials.

8. Watches: State make (Elgin, Hamilton, Waltham, Rolex, Etc.); movement; case; jewel number; size of watch; type of case; whether plain, engraved, or set with stones. If it has a chain or wrist band attached, describe by giving color, material length, etc.

9. Miscellaneous Articles of Jewelry: Show size, color, shape, stones, description etc.

10. Note: If any of the preceding are sets (ring, pin, necklace, earrings, bracelets, etc.), all matched, so state. State whether estate, antique, or modern type jewelry.

110 R.I. Code R. 110-RICR-20-00-1.16