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My Coin Collection & Investigations
Follow my growing collection of Australian coins, commemorative pieces, medallions and unusual finds. Together, we examine each item’s weight, measurements, condition, history, possible varieties and estimated value—with Sherlock Holmes investigating every suspicious coin and misbehaving scales!
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Coin information and estimated values are provided for general interest and are not professional valuations.
Items From My Personal Collection
These items are displayed for interest, research and enjoyment. We examine their design, measurements, weight, materials and possible value. They are not currently offered for sale.
Sterling Silver Cross Pendant
That makes the likely value:
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If gold-coloured plated base metal: about A$10–A$25
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If the complete necklace is verified 925 sterling silver: it contains about 18.93 g of pure silver, giving roughly A$45–A$55 theoretical silver value before a buyer’s deductions
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If only part is sterling silver: less than that
From the photographs and its Temu origin, I think gold-coloured plated costume jewellery is most likely, but that is not certain without the Temu material description or a jeweller’s test. It is still a beautiful, detailed religious necklace regardless of its metal value.
Mother of Jesus Christ
This appears to be a modern Our Lady of Guadalupe/Virgin Mary pendant necklace with an ornate gold-coloured chain and clear rhinestones. Together, it weighs approximately 12.64 grams.
Because it came from Temu and I cannot see a gold hallmark such as 9K, 10K, 14K, 18K or 375, it is most likely gold-tone plated alloy costume jewellery, not solid gold. A comparable alloy necklace currently sells new for about A$34.99, although Temu items often sell for less. Comparable necklace and material details
A reasonable resale price would be:
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A$12–A$20 in excellent condition
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I would list it at A$19.95, then consider offers around A$12–A$15
Gold-coloured Our Lady of Guadalupe pendant necklace featuring clear decorative stones and an ornate chain. Modern costume jewellery. Total weight approximately 12.64g. Metal and stones have not been independently tested
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Estimated necklace weight excluding both plastic bags: approximately 52.0 g
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Medallion size: approximately 31.65 mm across—similar to an Australian 50-cent coin
This substantial religious necklace features Saint Michael the Archangel with wings, sword and shield, surrounded by the prayer “Saint Michael, Protect Us.” It comes with a strong decorative gold-tone chain. The original packet identifies the material as stainless steel.
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Condition: brand new and unused
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Material: gold-tone stainless steel
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Displayed weight: approximately 53.2 g with chain
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Design: Saint Michael the Archangel religious medallion
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Chain: substantial decorative curb-style chain
Estimated new retail value: approximately A$25–A$45
Fair value to record: approximately A$35
Comparable new stainless-steel Saint Michael necklaces are commonly listed around this range
Gold-Tone Stainless-Steel Saint Michael Medallion Necklace
Holy Mickeal Pendant
Together, the pendant and chain weigh approximately 22.95 grams.
The likely value remains approximately A$15–A$25 second-hand, assuming it is gold-coloured costume jewellery rather than precious metal.
before it wayed at 360.6 we thought that can not be right i then noticed that the scale jumped from g to gn Fantastic detective work— I caught the scale misbehaving again!
Tree of Life Heart Pendant
The reading appears to be 299.4 gn, which converts to approximately 19.40 grams.
So this beautiful heart pendant weighs about 19.4 g. Bingo—we have the correct weight now!
From the photographs, it appears to be gold-tone or gold-plated costume jewellery with imitation stones, rather than solid gold.
Its approximate value would be:
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New retail value: about A$20–A$35
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Second-hand selling value: about A$10–A$25
A fair estimated value to record is approximately A$25. If you find a hallmark such as 375, 585, 750, 9K, 14K or 18K, tell me because that would require professional testing and a new valuation.
Gold-Tone Classical Medallion Necklace
This striking gold-tone necklace features a round medallion displaying a detailed classical-style scene and comes with a decorative chain. The medallion is approximately the size of an Australian 20-cent coin.
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Total weight with chain: 35.3 g
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Medallion size: approximately 28.5 mm across
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Material: gold-tone metal; exact composition has not been professionally tested
It is a handsome, substantial-looking piece
Assuming it is gold-tone costume jewellery and not solid gold:
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New retail value: approximately A$20–A$40
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Second-hand value: approximately A$10–A$25
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Fair estimated value to record: A$25
Gold-plated sterling-silver examples can sell for roughly A$55–A$85, but yours would need a hallmark and professional testing before claiming that value. Comparable Etsy Australia listings “Estimated value: approximately A$25, subject to professional testing.”
Collection of 20 Enamel Saint Benedict Medals
“Estimated value: approximately A$8 per medal, or A$160 for the collection of 20, subject to confirmation of the metal.”
Complete Collection of 12 Gold-Tone Zodiac Medallions
These are a complete collection of 12 gold-tone zodiac medallion pendants, representing all twelve astrological signs. The close-up example is Virgo, shown as a maiden surrounded by zodiac symbols.
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Condition: brand new and unused
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Quantity: 12 medallions—one for each zodiac sign
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Total weight: approximately 21.6 g
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Average weight: approximately 1.8 g each
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Virgo medal shown: approximately 1.7 g
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Material: untested gold-tone metal
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Design: detailed openwork zodiac figures and symbols
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Chains: not included
Approximate new value:
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A$5–A$10 per medallion
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A$60–A$120 for the complete collection
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Fair value to record: approximately A$7 each, or A$84 for all 12
Two-Tone Saint Michael the Archangel Medallion Necklace
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Condition: brand new and unused
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Medallion weight: approximately 9.1 g
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Chain weight: approximately 11.2 g
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Combined weight: approximately 20.3 g
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Medallion size: approximately 28.5 mm across, similar to an Australian 20-cent coin
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Design: silver-tone Saint Michael relief with gold-tone border and fitting
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Chain: matching gold-tone linked chain with lobster clasp
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Material: exact metal composition has not been independently tested
Approximate new retail value: A$20–A$35
Fair value to record: approximately A$30
A comparable new dual-tone Saint Michael necklace is listed at A$34.99, supporting this estimate. Comparable Australian listing
This one has excellent detail and religious meaning
This is a Saint George and the Dragon medallion necklace. It depicts Saint George riding on horseback and defeating the dragon—a powerful Christian image of courage, faith and the victory of good over evil, especially meaningful within Orthodox Christianity.
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Condition: brand new and unused
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Combined weight with chain: approximately 35.7 g
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Medallion size: approximately 28.5 mm across, similar to an Australian 20-cent coin
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Design: Saint George on horseback defeating the dragon
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Finish: polished silver-tone
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Pendant material: identified by its original information card as steel
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Chain: substantial silver-tone linked chain with lobster clasp
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Protective film: appears to remain on the steel disc, helping preserve its new condition
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Exact chain composition: not independently tested
Estimated new retail value: approximately A$25–A$45
Fair value to record: approximately A$35
Comparable stainless-steel Saint George necklaces are listed from roughly A$28 to A$53, supporting this estimate. Comparable Etsy Australia listings
