Sell Estate Jewelry with Accurate Precious Metals

Sell Estate Jewelry with Accurate Precious Metals

Oftentimes, old gold or silver jewelry gets lost in estate sales. People don't know what certain items are worth and will often throw valuable items away to avoid the hassle of finding a place to sell it. At Accurate Precious Metals, we strive to make it super simple to test and sell your inherited jewelry!

We offer a free mail-in program for customers in the United States. Fill out our form and we'll send a kit directly to your house, free of charge. Ship us all of your jewelry and we'll make an offer. If you accept, you'll get paid, and if not, we'll send your items back with free return postage.

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Estate Jewelry Buyers: Why Choose Accurate Precious Metals

Selling estate jewelry is personal. You want a buyer who is upfront, patient and fair. Here are some reasons why you should talk to Accurate Precious Metals if you are trying to sell some inherited jewelry:

• We’re transparent. We explain how we evaluate your pieces and how we arrive at our offer. You’ll never be left guessing, and you'll feel confident that you are getting a fair offer.

• No middlemen. We have an in-house refinery where we melt jewelry. This means we are the last stop before your silver and gold get melted, which means we avoid reselling fees and can keep our prices competitive.

• Respectful of the situation. Selling estate items can be extremely stressful. There can be an overwhelming amount of things to account for, and its already hard enough if you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. We promise to be respectful and patient with everyone so you do not feel pressured to sell.

• Trustworthy. We hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, and you can read what our customers say in our Google and Shopper Approved reviews. We do not take advantage of people going through difficult times of loss.

Estate Engagement Rings, and Other Valuable Types of Jewelry

Not every piece in an estate is worth the same. Some items are costume, which means they are strictly cosmetic and hold no real melt value, and some other items are worth a surprising amount! Here is what to look for in some common items:

• Engagement rings and diamond jewelry. Look for larger stones, solitaire settings and platinum or gold bands. Older rings often have quality stones that are worth more than you’d expect.

• Gold jewelry. Check for stamps such as 10K, 14K, 18K, 585 or 750. Even broken, tangled or mismatched gold has value, so don’t throw anything away.

• Platinum pieces. Look for “PLAT” or “950” stamps.

• Sterling silver. Look for “925” or “Sterling” on jewelry, flatware and serving pieces.

• Signed and designer pieces. Names like Tiffany, Cartier or Rolex can add value. Keep any original boxes or papers.

• Gold coins and bullion. Estates often hide coins, bars or old silver dollars in drawers and safes.

If you are unsure what your jewelry is made out of or what it's worth, that is alright! If you send us the items, we will test them with tools like XRF guns to determine the exact metal content and purity. If it turns out that your jewelry is not valuable, we can always send it back.

How to Sell Estate Jewelry and Gold from an Estate

You have two easy options:

1. Visit us in person. If you are located in Oregon, you can visit us at 1855 Hawthorne Ave NE in Salem. We’ll evaluate them with you and walk you through our offer. There is absolutely no obligation to sell, and we can go through every item individually even if you have a large collection.

2. Mail them in. Not local? Request a free shipping kit. Send your items to us and we’ll evaluate them. Our offer comes with no obligation, so if you decline, we’ll send everything back with free return postage.

Before you sell:

• Gather everything in one place, including loose stones, broken chains and single earrings.

• Keep original boxes, appraisals and receipts.

• Take photos for your records, especially if you’re mailing items in.

• If the estate has several heirs or an executor, make sure everyone agrees before you sell.

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Ready to Sell?

If you think you are ready to sell your estate jewelry, or at least want to get them tested, consider visiting us or fill out our mail-in form!