Do you have an old necklace, bracelet or a pair of earrings crowned with a shiny gem stored away somewhere, left to collect dust? They probably haven’t been polished in ages and the gem’s shine is still bright only in the framed family photos? You probably do.

If so, have you ever considered selling your vintage jewelry? You know how the saying goes: one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Your old family heirloom could shine once more and make someone else happy if you are willing to let go of it. Make no mistake, you will be handsomely rewarded in turn.

There’s so much that goes into selling gemstones. People simply don’t know who to trust, how much to expect to get paid and how not to get underpaid for their valuable heirloom. That is why this article is going to explain all you need to know, where to look and how to sell gemstones in San Diego to a reputable jeweler.

Lower Your Expectations

The most common mistake people looking to sell their gemstones make is raising their expectations too high. The particular piece of jewelry you are looking to sell might have been in your family for many years. You probably value it more than anything.

But sadly, emotional value is not counted towards the final price. However, things like scratches or damage to the gemstone are. And if your jewelry wasn’t properly stored or maintained, chances are it got damaged over the years.

The best way to determine the price of the item is to take it to a licensed jeweler in San Diego like Leo Hamel’s. Our expert gemologists will carefully examine the piece and give you a realistic price.

Don’t Rush the Sale

It’s important not to rush into any decision you may regret in the long run. Avoid stores where you get the feeling you are being pushed to sell as quickly as possible, without receiving an expert opinion or the chance to get one elsewhere.

Find an Expert to Sell To

A lot of expertise goes into appraising a gemstone. That’s where we come in! Let’s say that you are selling an old diamond necklace. A lot of characteristics determine the value of a diamond like color, cut clarity and carat weight. Inexperienced jewelry buyers may misjudge these factors and offer a significantly lower price.

At Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers & Jewelry Buyers, you can expect a fair price based on careful and thorough jewelry appraisal of your family valuables. We buy jewelry that we believe can make someone else happy. Our experience and reputation make us the go-to place for people looking to sell their gemstones, which is why we are able to offer competitive prices. If you are looking to sell your precious gemstones, feel free to visit our jewelry buying office on San Diego Avenue  or find your closest jewelry buying location at www.leohamel.com/locations. No appointment is necessary!