{"id":52513,"date":"2021-11-12T13:33:18","date_gmt":"2021-11-12T18:33:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=52513"},"modified":"2021-11-12T13:44:35","modified_gmt":"2021-11-12T18:44:35","slug":"getting-the-most-for-your-diamond-jewelry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/bridal-jewelry\/getting-the-most-for-your-diamond-jewelry","title":{"rendered":"Getting the Most When Selling Your Diamond Jewelry"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are many reasons for needing to sell your diamond jewelry. Maybe you\u2019re upgrading your diamond or treating yourself to something new. You may have called off your engagement and are ready to part with the painful reminder.<\/p>\n

But no matter the reason, there are many things to consider before selling your <\/span>bridal jewelry<\/span><\/a> of any kind\u2014like where to sell it, how to determine its value, and more. These questions can be even harder to answer when it comes to diamonds, so let\u2019s break down the basics.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Do You Need to Know About Selling Your Diamond Jewelry?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The first thing you want to do is research, research, research! You need to know what you have before you try to sell it. Learn about the quality, the exact carat size, and gather more info about the stones and metal. Go to a qualified appraiser that doesn\u2019t sell or buy diamonds to give you an unbiased opinion on the jewelry\u2019s value.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to go to multiple appraisers to get a range of opinions. We\u2019ll go into more details on how they determine value in a minute.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another thing you\u2019ll want to get is proof of authenticity. Go to a local jeweler or a chain jewelry store to get an official certification. This certification, also called a grading report, tells you all about the diamond you have.<\/span><\/p>\n

The jeweler you visit will typically send the diamond off to an independent lab, like the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), which can guarantee the quality of the diamond. It\u2019s possible to sell the diamond without the report, but you may receive less money.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Do You Determine the Value of Diamond Jewelry?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Before you start looking to sell, you need to set some expectations for yourself. Make sure you truly want to sell the item, regardless of the price you may get for it.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you still have an emotional attachment to the item, you may want to wait. You can go ahead and get the jewelry appraised\u2014just know that the jewelry market fluctuates.<\/span><\/p>\n

Once you\u2019re ready to sell, you need to have an appraiser evaluate your jewelry\u2014as we mentioned above. An appraiser is the best way to go, since they\u2019re on top of current market trends for diamond and metal resale. Here are some of the things the appraiser will consider before determining the value of your diamond:<\/span><\/p>\n