Anyone who’s shopped for a gold necklace or ring lately has likely experienced sticker shock. The number on the tag often bears little resemblance to the spot price (live trading price of raw gold). That disconnect can be confusing, especially for first-time buyers trying to figure out what’s fair. Why is gold jewelry expensive? It’s…
Buying gold jewelry today is very different from what it was 20 years ago. Back then, most towns had a few trusted private jewelers and a handful of chain stores at the local mall to choose from. Today, shoppers have more options than ever, which can make the process feel overwhelming. Before deciding on the…
As gold prices reach historic highs, many retirees are looking to their jewelry boxes to boost their savings, selling old items to reinvest the proceeds elsewhere. At the same time, many flock to gold during times of economic uncertainty as a hedge against inflation. It is no wonder that gold has become a primary target…
Those who own a ring most likely find it’s made of 14K gold. It’s the most common choice for everyday jewelry: strong enough to wear daily but still valuable enough to contain real gold. Naturally, it’s no surprise that it’s the most common type of ring people send in when they decide to sell. So…
The divorce is finalized, the possessions divided; now what? Many find themselves in a new home, beginning a new life, contemplating the one thing that used to symbolize all of their hopes and dreams with a person who is no longer there. Dan Jurek, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist – Supervisor at Pax Renwal…
The small 417 gold stamp on a piece of jewelry is one of the easiest ways to determine its purity. A 417 mark means that the gold item is 417 parts per thousand, which is just another way of saying 10 karat gold. This marking is based on a European system called millesimal fineness. This…
There is no symbol of luxury quite as widely recognized as the Tiffany “Blue Box”. For generations, it’s represented a standard of quality and promise of lasting value. However, life seasons change, and some find themselves in need of cash more than a legacy piece. When it comes time to part with their collection, the…
It is not necessary to be a jeweler or gold expert to determine the value of rose gold. With a few basic guidelines, anyone can price a ring, a chain, a bracelet, or a scrap piece in minutes. This guide explains how much rose gold is worth, how to quickly estimate its value, and what…
Pawning and selling look almost identical: sellers bring in an item, get an offer, and walk out with cash. But behind that simple exchange are two very different transactions, with implications for how much money someone can get, who owns the item, and what happens after sellers walk out the door. For those deciding what…
Download infographic Attribution required. Please credit: Source: The Alloy Market, https://thealloymarket.com When people think of gold stores, their minds often go straight to bars and coins held by large banks. It may come as a surprise, then, that nearly half of all gold ever mined exists as jewelry. Of the roughly 220,000 tonnes of gold…
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