A gold ring can be worth its weight in scrap gold or ten times that if it is a period piece by a known maker. Our written valuations assess every item for both collector value and intrinsic metal value, and offer whichever is higher. No guesswork, no bundling, no averaging.
The following ranges are indicative only. Actual values depend on condition, maker, era, carat, gemstone quality, and market demand.
| Category | Typical range | Key value factors |
|---|---|---|
| 9ct gold ring (plain band) | £40–£200 | Weight, condition, hallmark |
| 18ct gold ring (plain band) | £100–£600 | Weight, condition, hallmark |
| Diamond solitaire ring (0.5ct+) | £300–£5,000+ | Cut, colour, clarity, carat, certification |
| Victorian gold brooch | £80–£800+ | Design, enamel work, stones, maker |
| Art Deco platinum & diamond | £500–£8,000+ | Design, stone quality, maker, condition |
| Georgian gold mourning ring | £150–£1,200+ | Era, condition, hairwork, inscription |
| Pearl necklace (natural) | £200–£10,000+ | Size, lustre, origin, clasp quality |
| Signed designer piece | £100–£5,000+ | Maker, era, condition, rarity |
| Silver hallmarked bracelet | £20–£300 | Weight, maker, design, era |
Important: These are indicative ranges only. An Art Deco diamond and platinum brooch by Cartier can exceed £20,000. A modern 9ct gold chain is valued primarily by weight. The distinction between collector value and melt value is why specialist assessment matters.
Cash-for-gold shops weigh jewellery, multiply by the day's gold price, and offer a percentage. This is fine for modern plain gold — but it consistently undervalues anything with collector interest. A Victorian mourning brooch worth £400 to a collector might contain £30 of gold. An Art Deco ring worth £3,000 on its design and stones might contain £200 of platinum.
Our specialists assess every piece for both values and offer whichever is higher. For collections containing a mix of modern and period jewellery, this approach typically achieves 30–60% more than a cash-for-gold valuation.
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Every piece assessed individually in writing. Gold, silver, diamond, gemstone, antique and modern. No bundling, no averaging. Free insured postage both ways.
Request a free jewellery valuation →How do you value jewellery — by weight or design?
Both, but one typically dominates. Modern plain gold jewellery is valued primarily by weight and carat — the gold content determines the base value. Antique, period, or designer jewellery is valued on design, maker, era, and condition, which can be many times the metal value. We assess every piece for both collector value and intrinsic metal value, and offer whichever is higher.
Do I need to know the carat of my gold jewellery?
No. We test every piece during the assessment process. UK hallmarked jewellery carries a hallmark indicating the carat (375 for 9ct, 585 for 14ct, 750 for 18ct, 916 for 22ct). If there is no hallmark, we use non-destructive testing to determine the gold content. You do not need to know the carat before sending.
Is antique jewellery worth more than scrap value?
Often significantly more. A Victorian mourning brooch, an Art Deco diamond ring, or an Edwardian pearl necklace may be worth two to ten times the scrap metal value to the right buyer. Cash-for-gold shops value everything at melt weight, which consistently undervalues period jewellery. Our specialists assess collector value alongside metal content.
What types of jewellery do you value?
All types: gold rings, necklaces, bracelets, and brooches in all carats; diamond rings and suites; silver and sterling silver jewellery; antique and period jewellery (Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco); designer signed pieces; gemstone jewellery; pearl jewellery; and costume jewellery by known makers (Miriam Haskell, Trifari, etc.).
How accurate is an online jewellery valuation?
Online valuations based on photographs can provide a rough indication but are not reliable for selling decisions. Gemstone quality, gold carat, hallmarks, and condition details require physical inspection. A written valuation based on hands-on assessment is the only one suitable for making a selling decision or for probate/insurance purposes.
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