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Sell Gold in San Diego

Get a free appraisal(619) 236-9603Free, verbal, in person. No obligation to sell.

Sell gold jewelry, broken pieces, coins and bullion at San Diego Jewelry Buyers, 907 6th Ave in downtown San Diego. We examine your items while you watch, explain the valuation and give you a free verbal appraisal with no obligation to sell.

Metal value depends on weight, purity and the current market. A signed piece, collectible coin or valuable stone may need a separate assessment rather than a scrap-only price. Bring the piece as it is, along with a valid government-issued photo ID.

Contact Us for a Free Appraisal

Gold and jewelry buying has become very popular in recent years, leading to hundreds of gold and jewelry buying offices opening around the country. Unlike these big chain stores that buy gold, San Diego Jewelry Buyers employs highly-trained and experienced jewelry buyers.

If the item you are selling is a collectible luxury good, we will offer you a premium price based on the item’s worldwide resale value. If the item is to be recycled and melted down, we will offer you a fair price based on that day’s gold, silver, or platinum trading price.

Whether you’re selling a gold bullion coin, platinum earrings, or silver flatware, we are confident that you will leave our offices feeling that you received a fair price and the best customer service.

Ways to Sell Your Gold and Other Precious Metals

No two customers have the same piece of jewelry, or the same situation.

After you have an espresso, coffee, or tea and have had a personal consultation with one of our expert buyers, you will be offered a price for your jewelry or asset. When you receive this complimentary verbal appraisal and fair offer, we will explain the different ways that you can sell your gold, platinum, or silver jewelry.

Consider these options for your jewelry or luxury asset:

  • Sell My Gold For Cash Today. The fastest, easiest way to sell your gold or other asset for cash on the spot.
  • Get a Temporary Loan. Pawn your gold, platinum, or silver jewelry to receive a fast cash loan.

    No credit check required. No minimum and no maximum.

  • Sell My Gold from Home. If you are unable to visit us at our San Diego office, you can sell your gold or other precious jewelry or asset from the comfort of your own home.

    We will send you materials to ship your asset(s) to us for free, along with detailed instructions to ensure that your items arrive safely.

Request a Sell From Home Kit

Types of Gold & Precious Metal We Buy

Whether you’re starting a new business and need a loan or just need some extra cash, San Diego Jewelry Buyers can help. We are proud to appraise and buy various gold, silver, platinum, and other precious metals.

Our buyers are skilled at appraising the following types of metals:

  • Gold, Platinum, and Silver Bullion Coins
  • Silverware, Silver Flatware, & Hollowware
  • Gold, Silver, and Platinum Pendants or Charms
  • Gold, Silver, and Platinum Money Clips
  • Gold, Silver, and Platinum Pocket Watches
  • Gold, Silver, and Platinum Chains
  • Gold, Silver, and Platinum Jewelry
  • Gold, Silver, and Platinum Bars
  • And More

Call San Diego Jewelry Buyers Today at (619) 236-9603

If you want to sell your gold, silver, or platinum jewelry or luxury asset, call SDJB’s experienced buyers today to set up an appointment for a free verbal appraisal.

Or, fill out the form below to request a custom online analysis of your jewelry or asset.

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Questions before you bring your gold in? Here is how we assess different pieces, what to bring and what happens after an offer. If you are unsure whether an unusual item is suitable, call before making the trip.

What each karat mark actually means
MarkParts goldPurityCommonly seen on
24K / 99924 of 2499.9%Bullion bars, some coins, investment pieces
22K / 91622 of 2491.6%Indian and Middle Eastern jewelry, Krugerrands
18K / 75018 of 2475.0%Designer and European fine jewelry
14K / 58514 of 2458.3%Most American jewelry, class rings, chains
10K / 41710 of 2441.7%Budget and older American jewelry
Plated / GF / GPsurface onlynegligibleMarked GF, GP, HGE or RGP. Almost no scrap value

How your gold is actually priced

Weight and purity establish how much gold a piece contains; the current market gives that metal a reference value. We test the karat and weigh the piece in front of you. Stones and non-gold parts are assessed separately. Spot-based metal value is not a guaranteed purchase offer: resale potential and the item itself also matter.

Ask the buyer to explain the weight, purity and basis of the offer before deciding.

Does the spot price change what I get?

Yes, every day, and sometimes noticeably within a week. Any San Diego gold buyer quoting you a fixed price per gram that never moves is not pricing against the market. Ask what spot is on the day you come in; we will tell you, and you can check it on your phone while you stand there.

What forms of gold do you buy?

Jewelry whether or not it is wearable, broken chains, single earrings, bent and tangled pieces, class rings, dental gold, scrap, coins and bullion bars. Nothing needs to be repaired, polished or cleaned first. Damage does not reduce what the metal is worth, and a repair you pay for rarely earns its cost back.

Do you buy gold coins and bullion?

Yes. Coins are valued differently from scrap: a Krugerrand, Maple Leaf, Eagle or sovereign trades close to its gold content, while a collectible or graded coin can be worth considerably more than melt. We check before we weigh, because melting a coin worth a premium would be the expensive mistake.

How much is my gold worth today?

It depends on the weight and the karat, which is why we will not quote a figure over the phone without seeing the piece. Bring it in and the appraisal takes minutes, costs nothing and carries no obligation. You can take the number and think about it.

Do you buy broken or scrap gold?

Yes. Broken chains, single earrings, bent rings, dental gold and unmarked pieces are all bought by weight and karat. Damage does not reduce the metal value.

What about silver and platinum?

We buy both, along with coins and bullion. Sterling flatware, tea sets and holloware are weighed the same way, and platinum is tested separately because it is denser and priced differently from gold.

Where can I sell gold near me in San Diego?

Visit 907 6th Ave in downtown San Diego, Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm. Weekday walk-ins are welcome; calling ahead helps us match you with the right buyer. We reserve a free customer parking space in the ACE lot directly across the street, signed Reserved for San Diego Jewelry Buyers. Saturdays require an appointment confirmed by the owner. Not local? Ask about our insured Sell From Home service.

How do I get paid?

Same day you accept. There is no per-transaction cash limit, though a very large amount needs a day's notice so we can arrange the funds. Check and wire are always available.

What do I need to bring?

The gold and a valid government-issued photo ID. California law requires ID from anyone selling to a licensed buyer, so there are no exceptions. Nothing else needs preparing.

Can I borrow against it instead of selling?

Yes. A collateral loan lets you keep ownership while we hold the piece in a climate-controlled vault. No credit check, nothing reported to a credit bureau, no minimum and no maximum. The standard term is four months and you can redeem early.

Since
2006 · 20 years
Rating
A+ BBB Accredited
Appraisal
Free, verbal, in person
License
#37110819