Diamond Evaluation Standards

Every diamond is personally inspected by Joel using G.I.A. grading criteria:

• • The Four C’s: Comprehensive review of Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat weight.
• • Size Requirements: We specialize in diamonds of 0.50 carats and larger.
• • Market Benchmarks: Pricing is guided by global Rappaport values and G.I.A. expertise.

* Joel’s credentials as a G.I.A. professional ensure you receive a fair and accurate market offer.

Vintage & Fine Jewelry Acquisitions

Joel specializes in the evaluation of historical and period-correct pieces, including:

• • Period Pieces: Victorian, Art Deco, and Edwardian designs.
• • Antique Diamonds: Rose cut, Old Mine cut, and Transitional cut stones.
• • Specialty Items: Fine gemstones, enamel work, and luxury pocket watches.

* Evaluations are based on rarity, craftsmanship, and current collector market demand.

U.S. Silver Coins & Bullion Acquisitions

Joel provides competitive market payouts for silver currency and investment-grade bullion, based on:

• • U.S. Silver Currency: Dollars, halves, quarters, and dimes dated 1964 or earlier.
• • Purity Standards: Evaluation of .900 fine U.S. Coinage and .999 pure Silver Bars/Rounds.
• • Market Value: Pricing determined by current global silver spot prices and numismatic rarity.

* Some U.S. silver coinage may carry additional numismatic (collector) value beyond its raw metal content.

U.S. & Foreign Gold Coin Acquisitions

Joel provides expert evaluations for gold currency and investment bullion based on the following standards:

• • Market Highs: Payouts are calculated based on 24k gold currently trading at historic market peaks.
• • Purity & Fineness: Evaluation of all gold coinage ranges from .800 through 1.000 (24k) purity.
• • Certified Weight: Total weight of the precious metal content quantified by precise measurement.

* Some U.S. Gold Coins may carry significant numismatic (collectible) value in addition to the raw market value of the gold.

Luxury Watch Acquisitions

Joel provides expert evaluations for modern and vintage timepieces from the world’s most prestigious makers. Our acquisition interests include:

* Premium values are often offered for timepieces with original box and certification papers.

Platinum Purchasing Standards

Joel provides expert evaluations for platinum jewelry and bullion, which are valued for their exceptional purity and density:

• • Market Performance: Payouts are calculated based on current multi-year highs in the platinum market.
• • Purity Levels: Evaluation of all platinum ranges from .900 through .950 fineness.
• • Material Density: Precise weighing to quantify the total precious metal content.

* All diamonds and gemstones are professionally removed to accurately quantify the metal weight. Please note: Platinum is approximately 50% more dense than gold.

Silver & Flatware Acquisitions

We purchase a wide variety of sterling silver items and family heirlooms, including:

• • Sterling Flatware: Complete sets, serving pieces, trays, and tea sets.
• • Silver Bullion: U.S. coins (1964 and earlier), bars, and .999 rounds.
• • Purity Standards: Items marked Sterling, .925, or .800 fineness.

* Cement-weighted items (like candlesticks) are dismantled to quantify the true silver weight.

General Silver Purchasing Standards

Joel provides transparent evaluations for silver jewelry and decorative items based on current market peaks:

• • Market Performance: Payouts are calculated based on silver currently trading at historic record highs.
• • Purity Levels: Evaluation of all silver ranges from .800 through .925 (Sterling) fineness.
• • Total Metal Weight: Precise measurement to quantify the actual precious metal value of the item.

* All diamonds and gemstones are professionally removed to properly quantify the actual weight of the item's silver value.