People sell high-end jewelry for a myriad of reasons. It may be that it is something that you no longer wear — something that you inherited, or that they simply need extra cash.
Everyone has jewelry they no longer wear. Maybe it’s the diamond bracelet from an ex, the gold watch that sits in your jewelry box, or the sapphire necklace that you once loved — a decade ago.
If you live near Brickell in Miami, the Diamond Buyer Team and Jewelers at Dover Jewelry Miami would welcome your visit or appointment for a Complimentary Evaluation for your Fine Diamond Jewelry and Luxury Watches. For our the rest of our clients around the world, we offer a couple of simple steps inorder to Maximize the Value in selling your unwanted Gold Jewelry.
Selling your old jewelry is undoubtedly an option, but knowing how and where to get started can be challenging. Here are some valuable tips to help you get the most from your old bracelets, necklaces, rings, watches, and earrings.
Familiarize Yourself with the Type of Jewelry You Want to Sell
Deciphering which jewelry type your piece embodies may be nuanced, especially with trends continuously evolving. These high-end jewelry styles could include estate, vintage, or older trends:
- Estate jewelry is previously owned jewelry, usually acquired from estates, and is often classified as antique or vintage.
- Antique jewelry is the oldest jewelry category. Pieces must be one hundred years or older.
- Vintage pieces typically are at least 20-30 years old but less than 100 years old and were previously owned. — the periods from 1920 (the art deco era) retro to the 90s.
Know Your Jewelry’s Worth
Your jewelry may have been in the family for many years or been a treasured gift, and you may love it. Unfortunately, the emotional value you give your jewelry rarely reflects the piece’s current fair market price.
Several factors determine a piece of jewelry’s current value, including any wear and tear, needed repairs, and quality of the gems and metals. Determine a range of what you would accept for the piece and be willing to accept an offer in that range.
Trust Who You Are Discussing the Sale of Your Jewelry With
Whatever your reason for selling, the most important thing is finding a trustworthy seller who will pay you a fair amount. Make sure you discuss the sale of unwanted jewelry with someone solely in the business of selling and buying diamonds, gold, watches, and estate jewelry (vs. pawnbrokers who deal with all sorts of items).
If you are going directly to a jeweler, you are likely getting accurate information, and you aren’t dealing with a middleman. Actual jewelers work with estate jewelry owners daily, and you can trust them.
- References: Ask around for references; likely, someone in your circle can refer you to a reliable source.
- Reviews: A simple online search for the business’s reputation can go a long way. However, a poor review doesn’t always mean the company is a scam, or the experts are incompetent. For example, they might have received a poor review because the buyer didn’t understand the current costs of silver or gold at that time. However, if 10 out of 15 reviews are negative, it’s probably wise to steer clear of that business.
The best way to determine the current value is to get your piece appraised by a GIA Certified Jewelry Appraiser. Our team of GIA Gemologists and appraisers, Master Jewelers, and Customer Service Liaisons has helped thousands evaluate and sell their unwanted vintage and contemporary jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, and luxury watches. We will carefully assess the retail replacement value (the cost for a comparable replacement in the retail marketplace) for your piece.
Selling your unwanted jewelry has never been as effortless as it is with Dover Jewelry. Our jewelry buying process is simple, fast, and safe, regardless of what you bring in. The satisfaction of our clientele is our primary goal.
We offer fair appraisal values and a wide variety of new jewelry options to choose from. Never get bored of your jewelry – sell your old pieces and find new ones that you genuinely love. Flaunt your new bracelet or show off your ring; you deserve to fall in love with new, distinctive pieces. You shouldn’t have to bury your old ones in the back of a drawer, wishing they were different. You can trust us to give you a fair and reasonable price for any piece of jewelry or diamond every time.
If you’ve been looking for an antique or vintage jeweler or searching for the best place to sell your jewelry, don’t hesitate to contact us today and let us help you.