The Journal
Notes from the bench.
Stories on diamonds and design, buying guides for pre-owned Rolex, and the small lessons that come from three generations behind the same counter.
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San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
How to Get the Most Money When You Sell Inherited Jewelry
Tips on getting the most for your jewelry.
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
How to Prepare When You Sell Jewelry
A few things to do to prepare before you sell your jewelry to a jewelry buyer.
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Do You Have Brand Name Jewelry You Want to Sell?
Short overview of popular brands of jewelry in the pre-owned market.
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 3 min read
What Happens to Jewelry After You Sell It?
Melted, recycled, or resold as jewelry. Which one your piece is headed for decides what you get paid, and you can usually work it out before you accept an offer.
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
The Process of Selling Your Jewelry—A Quick Overview
What happens when you sell jewelry is discussed briefly.
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
What Is the Best Way to Sell Old Jewelry?
Strategies for maximizing results when selling old jewelry.
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
What Is the Best Way to Sell a Large Amount of Jewelry?
TIps on selling large collections of jewelry and estate jewelry
December 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
The Best Way to Sell Art Deco Jewelry
Tips for selling Art Deco jewelry to a jewelry buyer
November 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
The Best Way to Sell Platinum Jewelry
Three ways to sell platinum jewelry.
November 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Gold and Platinum Craziness
A description of the volatility of the relationship between gold and platinum
November 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Is Platinum Hard to Sell?
Platinum is rarer than gold and currently worth far less per ounce, around $1,900 against gold's $4,640. Why that is, and what it means when you go to sell yours.
November 2024
San Diego Jewelry Buyer · 2 min read
Should You Buy Antique Jewelry as an Investment
Why antique jewelry tends to hold and even grow in value, and how that compares to buying new.
November 2024
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