Guides
Know what your items are worth before you sell
Straight answers from the people behind the counter — no sales pitch.
October 12, 2026 · 7 min read
Found Gold or Jewelry While Cleaning Out an Estate? Get It Appraised Before the Sale
Before a jewelry box ends up on an estate sale table, set aside anything that might contain precious metal. A little sorting can prevent a meaningful piece from being priced as costume jewelry.
Read the guide →January 14, 2026 · 6 min read
How Much Is My Gold Worth?
There is no mystery to gold pricing. Three numbers decide what your jewelry is worth, and you can check all three yourself.
Read the guide →February 3, 2026 · 5 min read
10K vs 14K vs 18K: What Your Gold Is Really Worth
Two rings can weigh the same and be worth wildly different amounts. Here is why the stamp inside the band matters more than the size of the piece.
Read the guide →March 9, 2026 · 5 min read
Selling Gold vs Pawning It: Which Is Better?
A pawnbroker lends against your item; a buyer purchases it. Which one costs you less depends entirely on whether you want the item back.
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