HOW WE AUTHENTICATE

OUR PROMISE

As a part of Diamond Cellar Holdings, STORE 5a is backed by one of the largest independent jewelry companies in the United States. Together we have almost 70 years of experience in the industry, with a team of highly trained and certified jewelry and watch buyers, goldsmiths, watchmakers, and sales associates. 

Every item in our collection is inspected by our in-house jewelry and watch experts, and guaranteed authentic.*

-The Team at STORE 5a

FINE JEWELRY

• Tightening of prongs 
• Polishing
• Replacing lost stones
• Replacing worn or broken shanks 
• Thickening bezel walls 
• Applying filigree or mill-graining 
• Rhodium plating
• Removing, scratches, smudged, and dents 
• Ultrasonic cleaning (removing all dirt and grime)

HANDBAGS 

• Inspection of brand logos and stamping
• Most are in-house and 3rd party authenticated, ensuring double protection
• Serial Number / Date Codes 
• When appropriate, leather is cleaned and conditioned
• Inspection of hardware
• Manufacturers 
• Zipper heads and fonts 
• Interior and exterior material 
• Pattern Formation

 TIMEPIECES

• Alignment of all hands
• Cleanliness of case and bracelet
• Examination of dial
• Amplitude testing
• Water resistance check
• Timing Analysis
• Bezel rotation
• Screwing and unscrewing of crown
• Chronograph’s function, start and stop

• Gaskets in correct position