About Cathy Waterman Brand
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Cathy Waterman‘s journey into jewelry design began with a passion for art. She studied metalworking and jewelry design, developing a unique aesthetic that would later define her brand. Inspired by the beauty of nature, mythology, and the delicate details of vintage jewelry, Waterman infuses her creations with a sense of whimsy and wonder.
One of the highlights of Waterman’s designs is her meticulous attention to detail. Each piece is handcrafted with precision and care, using traditional techniques such as hand engraving, filigree work, and intricate stone setting. Her utilization of ethically sourced materials, including recycled gold and conflict-free gemstones, reflects her commitment to sustainability. She also uses delicate textures and subtle asymmetry that adds depth and character to each piece.
Cathy Waterman’s pieces have been worn on the red carpet by Hollywood stars and featured in prestigious publications around the world. Despite her success, Waterman remains deeply involved in the creative process, personally overseeing every aspect of design and production to ensure the highest quality craftsmanship.
In addition to her signature collection, Cathy Waterman has collaborated with renowned brands and designers. Her work is proving that true beauty exists in the timeless design of a well-crafted piece of jewelry.
About Estate Jewelry
Purchasing estate jewelry is an excellent way to buy high-quality pieces at a fair price. Those who appreciate classic or one-of-a-kind pieces prefer purchasing estate jewelry for a wide range of styles and historical influences.
Buying jewelry online can be challenging. The quality of the making has not gotten better over time while the design is getting more and more generic. Add ever rising prices and you could end up not finding anything suitable. To purchase a high-quality jewelry piece for an obtainable price consider buying estate items.
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Quality vs Quantity
Estate pieces mostly belong to the era when jewels were handmade and not mass produced. There were simply less jewelry makers at that time and they cared about their reputation. Opposed to the current fast fashion approach, life pace was in general slower. That allowed makers to take more time to craft a truly quality piece.
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Fair price vs Overpriced
Designer pieces, aka signed pieces can cost multiple times more than their unsigned equivalents. We pay not only for an item itself but also for the brand advertising campaigns and all the buzz the name creates. Prices for estate jewelry form differently and mostly depend on the cost paid by a seller. A pre-owned Bulgari ring and a brand-new Bulgari piece have a significant price difference. Ask your local jewelry store about the retail price of the desired piece and you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
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True value vs Seasonal Rush
Pre-owned jewelry retains its value as over time it gets unique and sought-after. Think about purchasing a new car that loses its value right after you leave your dealer versus buying a vintage vehicle.
At Nadine Krakov Collection we are in love with all the things beautiful. Each of our estate jewelry pieces is in excellent condition. We preserve the history and the greatest styles of the past so our clients can enjoy it to the fullest.
