Gold jewelry with diamonds or other gemstones is something special. The value of such a piece of jewelry does not depend solely on the weight of the gold. The stones used, the craftsmanship, and the condition can also play an important role.
Therefore, anyone who owns an older gold ring, necklace, bracelet, or earrings with gemstones and is considering selling them should have the entire piece professionally appraised.
What factors determine the value?
Various factors can be considered for jewelry with gemstones.
Gold content and weight
The gold content is an important basis for valuation. Information such as 585 or 750 indicates the fineness of the gold alloy.
The weight of the piece of jewelry also plays a role. However, the pure material value is not always the only decisive factor.
The gemstones used
Diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and other gemstones can influence the value of a piece of jewelry.
For a stone, the following characteristics, among others, can be relevant:
- Type of gemstone
- Size
- Color
- Clarity
- Cut
- Quality
- Condition
Especially for older or high-quality jewelry, a precise examination can therefore be particularly interesting.
Gold value or jewelry value?
A common mistake is to judge jewelry solely by its gold weight.
An elaborately crafted gold ring with a high-quality gemstone can have a different value than a simple gold jewelry piece of the same weight.
Therefore, before selling, it should first be clarified what components the piece of jewelry has and which factors are relevant for its value.
Selling old gold jewelry with stones
Many people own jewelry that they no longer wear. This includes, for example:
- old gold rings with diamonds
- gold necklaces with gemstones
- gold bracelets with stones
- earrings with diamonds
- inherited jewelry
- older pieces of jewelry from family possession
Even if a piece of jewelry no longer matches one's style, a professional appraisal can be useful.
Jewelry from an inheritance
Especially with inherited jewelry, the actual value is often difficult for the new owners to estimate.
Before selling a piece of jewelry, it is worthwhile to have the brand, material, stones, and condition examined more closely. This will give you a better basis for your decision.
Having gold jewelry appraised in Zurich
Bijouterie Gossauer in Zurich Stadelhofen offers gold purchasing and personal consultation. Gossauer also carries gold jewelry and diamond jewelry in its own range.
If you wish to sell jewelry, you can receive personal advice and discuss the possibilities of a sale.
Bijouterie Gossauer
Stadelhoferstrasse 33
8001 Zurich
Phone: 044 251 09 34
WhatsApp: +41 77 480 90 14
Do not sell jewelry hastily
A piece of jewelry with gemstones should not be judged solely by its weight. Depending on the model, material, stone, and craftsmanship, different factors can be decisive for the value.
A professional appraisal can help you better understand what your jewelry might actually be worth.
Selling gold jewelry with stones in Zurich
Do you own a gold ring, a gold necklace, or another piece of jewelry with diamonds or gemstones?
Get personal advice from Gossauer in Zurich Stadelhofen and find out about the possibilities of a sale.