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How Much Is Antique Gold Worth?
The high beauty and value of gold make it a popular item that is oftentimes handed down by family members. If you have an old piece of jewelry, an old family heirloom, or a gold coin, you may be wondering how much is antique gold worth? At GoldFellow, we are always helping individuals calculate cash for gold and are always up-to-date on the price of gold.
What Is Antique Gold?
Definitions of antiquity can change depending on who you are asking. So what is generally considered antique gold jewelry? In jeweler's terms, antique jewelry usually refers to a piece that was made a minimum of 100 years ago. Antique gold and jewelry can, in fact, date back much longer than a century.
Is Antique Jewelry Worth More Than New Jewelry
Two pieces of jewelry, all things being equal in karat weight and amount of jewels, will most likely have a big difference in the price of items if one is a hundred or more years older than the other. Antique jewelry, in most cases, is made by processes that are not currently used. Due to its age and then processes, it cannot be recreated. Jewelry is already made of scarce materials. When you add its age and antique manufacturing processes, it only increases its value. In general terms, the older the piece, the higher the value.
Getting the Most Out of Your Gold
To get the most out of your gold and jewelry, the most important step to take is to fully understand the value of our gold. Due to the high value of most jewelry pieces and gold, it is important to stay vigilant when attempting to sell your scrap gold. Many buyers and stores try to take advantage of uninformed sellers. For example, we often advise against selling your gold to pawn shops who will oftentimes offer prices far below market value.
At GoldFellow, we provide you with all the tools to calculate accurate evaluations of your jewelry and gold. Our cash for gold calculator provides accurate estimations of your jewelry’s prices and gives our offered prices. Additionally, you can view our breakdown of a pennyweight, a measurement used by most jewelers for value.
Sell Your Gold Today
At GoldFellow, we buy gold from any time period as long as it is not gold plated. We buy gold in all conditions. Sell your gold online with our insured mailing services or in-store with us and receive fair pricing. If you are unsatisfied with our prices, we will mail back your items at our own cost.
