Enhance the treasures lying dormant in your jewelry box.
Your jewelry box contains a few beautiful gold pieces that you never wear. You've inherited some antique jewelry, but you're not sure of their true value. What if, instead of sitting at the bottom of a drawer, your jewelry enjoyed a new lease on life?
Contrary to popular belief, a jeweler's sole purpose is not to sell jewelry. In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, some of them specialize in pre-owned jewelry and gold recycling. Thus, jewelry abandoned by its owner finds a new life.
After a free appraisal, a jeweler expert in buying gold and diamond jewelry will guide you towards the best choice:
• Resale as is
• Gold recycling
The appeal of second-hand jewelry
The price of gold is at an all-time high. Think about the value of all those antique jewelry that you never wear for fear of losing them, damaging them, or because they've gone out of style. Take advantage of the "vintage" trend to have your gold jewelry appraised and give them a second life. Demand for these items is growing. Many future brides and grooms are tempted to buy antique rings, a symbol of a rich history and a love that spans generations.
Priceless damaged or broken jewelry
The clasp on your gold bracelet has just broken, and the cost of a possible repair is prohibitive. You think it's ruined, but it's not, quite the opposite. Don't throw it away! Gold is a raw material that can be worked endlessly. Simply melt it down to transform it into a brand-new piece of jewelry. Gold recycling gives your vintage jewelry a new lease of life without impacting new natural resources.
You can consider using the money earned from buying gold jewelry with precious stones to treat yourself to second-hand jewelry.
Results of the transaction:
• You replaced your bracelet at a lower cost;
• You actively participated in preserving the planet thanks to the circular economy.
Contact professional jewelers
The mention of gold arouses all kinds of desire, and leads to an increase in the number of buyers who are not scrupulous. Only do business with a specialist in the purchase of gold and diamond jewelry. Request a free appraisal of your antique jewelry, even those you think are worthless. The jeweler will determine the weight of the gold as well as its quality based on its karat (18 or 24 karat gold).
To recognize a good professional, be aware that they are subject to certain legal obligations:
• Payment must be made by crossed check or bank transfer;
• The repurchase price of the gold must be clearly indicated in the store;
• You must be asked for proof of identity;
• A written contract must be established.
If one of these criteria is not met, look for another professional who is more respectful of the rules and who will offer you a fair estimate of the value of your antique jewelry.