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If 18K gold jewelry starts looking dull or slightly discolored, it’s easy to jump to the worst conclusion: has it gone bad, or worse, is it fake? This matters even more if someone is planning to sell it or bought it with resale value in mind. Does 18K gold tarnish? This guide will clarify whether…

For anyone holding a platinum ring or a gold chain, they may be wondering which one will actually bring in more cash if they sell it. Or maybe they’re buying jewelry with the plan to resell it later and want to know which metal offers the best upside. So, is platinum more expensive than gold,…

Selling jewelry sounds simple until it isn’t. The same piece can fetch different amounts depending on where it’s sold, who’s buying, and how prepared the seller is going in. This guide covers how to sell jewelry across the main channels, the tradeoffs involved, and how to move forward with confidence. Know Your Piece: What Are…

Some jewelry gets worn every day. Other pieces sit in a drawer for years, inherited rings, old engagement bands, and gold chains, with no occasion to wear them. When the time comes to sell, insure, or settle an estate, the first question is usually the same: what is this worth? Getting that answer starts with…

The best way to protect gold valuables is through a combination of secure storage, proof of the items’ ownership and value, and the right insurance coverage in case the worst happens. However, selecting the best jewelry insurance company can be overwhelming. With so many highly rated providers available, it can be difficult to determine which…

The coins shown on this page represent many of the gold and silver coins we commonly purchase. This list is not exhaustive. Alloy’s offers are based solely on precious metal content and current market prices. Alloy does not pay additional premiums for rarity, grading, or collector value. Some coins, such as bullion and rounds, trade…

Gold is often regarded as a safe haven, a hedge against inflation, and a store of value. Yet anyone who watches the charts knows one thing: gold prices fluctuate, sometimes even sharply, and in ways that can test an investor’s confidence. That raises an unsettling question for investors and sellers alike: if gold can drop…

Much like a signature proves authorship or a serial number verifies a luxury watch, gold stamps and markings help identify the value, composition, and authenticity of gold jewelry. In other words, they help protect buyers against fraud and help sellers estimate how much their piece may be worth. Ahead, this gold jewelry markings guide walks…

Jewelry stores sell gold every day, but not everyone realizes that many of them also buy it. Some purchase gold for its scrap value, while others may pay more for pieces they can resell for a decent profit. Either way, not every store offers this service, and pricing varies. So do jewelry stores buy gold?…

Fine gold shows up in investment coins, bullion bars, and high-end products, but the term can be confusing for those who’ve only dealt with jewelry marked in karats. What is fine gold? It refers to gold that’s 99.9% pure or higher, often stamped as 999 or 9999. Unlike alloyed gold in jewelry, fine gold has…