An Explained Jewelry Offer for Newington — Watch the Testing, See the Weight

From a Class Ring to a Sterling Service: What Changes the Offer

Karat marks and testing

An American ring marked 14k, a piece marked 585, and an unmarked chain each need examination before a purchase figure is meaningful. A stamp may describe the intended alloy, but repairs, replacement parts, or misleading marks can complicate the object in front of us. We test rather than relying on color, a family description, or the decade it was acquired. You can see the process and ask what the result means for each group of items.

Weight, stones, and the market reference

A finished ring’s gross weight can include stones and other material that is not gold. We explain what is included in the precious-metal assessment and how the purity changes the calculation. Different alloys should not be blended into one unexplained weight. Current spot prices provide a market reference, while the object and buying costs also influence an offer. A published price per ounce is not a guaranteed payment for every ounce of a mixed jewelry box.

Wedding sets and wearable estate pieces

A complete wedding set or well-made piece may have characteristics beyond the value of its metal. We consider relevant condition, workmanship, and demand and explain whether those factors affect our offer. An insurance appraisal usually serves a different purpose from a present-day purchase quote. Bring it if you have it, but do not assume its replacement amount is a resale promise. You may retain a sentimental item even after learning what we could pay for it.

Broken jewelry, filled pieces, and dental alloys

Missing stones, bent bands, snapped chains, and single earrings do not automatically eliminate the precious-metal value. We distinguish solid-gold alloys from gold-filled and plated construction so a surface layer is not priced as solid gold throughout. Dental material needs assessment of its actual alloy rather than an assumed jewelry karat. Keep small fragments together, and avoid removing stones or trying to melt or repair pieces before the appointment.

Watches, bullion, and older coins

For watches, the case and bracelet must be distinguished from the movement and any other non-gold components. Bring the watch intact instead of attempting to separate it yourself. Coins and bars can accompany the jewelry, but they require their own authenticity, weight, and purity checks. A collectible coin may also have a premium unrelated to its melt value. Tell us about mixed categories when booking so each receives the appropriate review.

Platinum and silver

Platinum settings are evaluated against platinum’s own market and purity, not folded into the gold calculation. Sterling flatware from a family dining room can also be included. We check marks and construction, distinguish silver plate, and account for weighted bases or non-silver parts such as knife blades. Pattern, condition, and other collectible considerations may matter for some pieces. Let us know whether you have a few utensils or an entire service so there is adequate time.

Licensed Connecticut precious-metals dealers must use a check or money order for payment, and our purchases are paid by check. Haven provides that check on the day you accept the offer; the dealer’s required handling and retention of covered items does not postpone your payment.