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.

Silver Coin & 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 silver spot prices (currently over $110/oz) 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 household sterling silver and family heirlooms, including:

• • Sterling Flatware: Complete sets, individual serving pieces, trays, and tea sets.
• • Hollowware: Bowls, trophies, salt shakers, and decorative table pieces.
• • Purity Standards: Items marked Sterling, .925, or European .800 fineness.

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

Silver Jewelry Purchasing Standards

Joel provides transparent, weight-based evaluations for silver jewelry aligned with current market peaks:

• • Jewelry Grading: Evaluation of all sterling silver jewelry, including designer pieces, vintage items, and luxury chains.
• • Purity Levels: Precise testing of metal fineness, ranging from .800 through .925 (Sterling).
• • Total Metal Weight: Payouts are calculated based on the precise gram weight and the current record-high spot price of silver.

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