Can I sell broken gold jewelry in Blacksburg?

Yes. NRV Jewelry & Coin Buyers evaluates broken gold chains, bent rings, single earrings and other unwanted gold jewelry. Bring the pieces as they are. A missing clasp or a lost earring mate won’t tell you how much gold is in the piece.

What does the stamp on my chain mean?

Look near the clasp or inside the band. A mark such as 10K, 14K or 18K describes the proportion of gold in the alloy. For example, 14K means 14 parts gold out of 24. Read the whole mark. A stamp such as “1/20 14K GF” describes a gold-filled piece with a layer of gold over another metal. It has a different composition from a chain marked simply “14K.” A worn or missing stamp is worth asking about, too.

Should I repair it or remove the stones first?

Leave the jewelry intact for the evaluation. A ring with a damaged setting, a chain with a replacement clasp and a wearable vintage piece raise different questions. Ask Matthew which parts of the piece contribute to the offer and whether the design or condition matters in addition to the metal.

What if my pieces have different karats?

Keep each earring with its back and any loose clasp with its chain. If you have several items, ask for an explanation by piece or karat so you can decide what to sell and what to keep. You can bring a single item, too.

Bring your gold jewelry to Matthew

Visit NRV Jewelry & Coin Buyers at the QCoWork Building, 105 Roanoke Street, Suite 105, Blacksburg, VA 24060. Walk-ins are welcome. Call Matthew at (540) 250-1953 or request a free, no-pressure evaluation. See other gold items we buy or read about estate jewelry.