Houston, TX · 18+ years
Sell Estate Jewelry in Houston, TX
Gold King buys estate jewelry and full inherited collections in Houston, sorting and valuing every piece with you present.
Estate lots usually contain a mix of solid gold, plated costume pieces, sterling, diamonds and watches. We separate everything on the counter, test each item, and give you an itemized offer so you can see exactly what carried value and why.
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- Cash, same visit
- Appraisal
- Free, no obligation
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9:30AM–7PM, Fri–Sat 9:30AM–8PM, Sun 12–7PM
What Gold King buys
Estate items
- Complete inherited jewelry boxes and collections
- Antique and vintage gold jewelry
- Signed designer pieces — Tiffany, Cartier, David Yurman, Van Cleef
- Brooches, lockets, cameos and pocket watches
How we handle estates
- Free sorting of real metal from costume
- Itemized written offer for the full lot
- Discretion for probate and family settlements
- Larger estates can be appraised by appointment
How we price it
- Signed and collectible pieces are quoted above melt when the market supports it.
- Costume jewelry is identified and returned to you at no charge.
- You may sell the whole lot or only the pieces you choose.
| What you bring | How the payout is calculated | Time in store |
|---|---|---|
| Estate items | Signed and collectible pieces are quoted above melt when the market supports it. | 10–20 min |
| How we handle estates | Costume jewelry is identified and returned to you at no charge. | 10–20 min |
The buying process
- 1
Bring it in
Walk in during store hours or call for an after-hours appointment.
- 2
We test and weigh
Electronic testing, acid confirmation and a legal-for-trade scale, in front of you.
- 3
You get an offer
A firm cash number based on live spot pricing and current market data.
- 4
Paid on the spot
Accept and leave with cash, or decline and take your items home.
Selling more than one kind of item? Many customers who come to us for sell estate jewelry also bring in diamonds, jewelry buyer and gold on the same visit — everything is appraised together and paid out in one cash offer. You can also see what Houston sellers bring us or get directions to our Southwest Freeway store.
Sell Estate Jewelry — Questions & Answers
- Do you buy an entire jewelry collection at once?
- Yes. Gold King regularly buys complete estates and will itemize every piece so you can see what each item contributed to the total offer.
- What paperwork do I need to sell inherited jewelry?
- You need a valid government-issued photo ID. If the estate is in probate, bring documentation showing your authority to sell.
- What happens to costume jewelry in the lot?
- We identify it, explain why it has no melt value, and hand it back to you. There is never a charge for sorting or testing.
Guides to read first
Before you sell, it helps to know how the offer is calculated. These Gold King guides cover it in plain language:
- Pricing22K Gold Value: What Is a 22K Gold Stamp Worth?What a 22K, 22KT or 916 gold stamp is worth: the purity math per gram, how hallmarks are read, and what heavier 22K bridal jewelry sells for.
- PlatinumPlatinum Value Guide: Purity, Worth & SellingHow platinum jewelry is valued: purity stamps, why it's priced differently than gold, and what to expect selling platinum in Houston.
- DiamondsHow to Sell a Diamond: 4Cs, Reports & PricingUnderstand the 4Cs, GIA vs. other reports, lab-grown vs. natural, and how diamond resale pricing really works before you sell.
- JewelryEstate Jewelry Guide: Settling & Selling a CollectionA practical guide to sorting a full jewelry box, handling executor paperwork, and selling estate jewelry for its real value.
- JewelryAntique Jewelry Guide: Period ID & ValueLearn to identify Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco, Retro and mid-century jewelry, and when antique value beats simple melt.
- JewelryJewelry Appraisal Guide: Insurance vs. ResaleWhy an insurance appraisal and a resale offer on the same piece of jewelry can be very different numbers, and what each is for.
- JewelryEngagement Ring Resale: What They're Really WorthWhat an engagement ring is realistically worth on resale after a broken engagement, divorce or upgrade, and how to get the most for it.
- EducationPawn Shop vs. Gold Buyer: Which Pays More?Compare pawn shop loans against selling to a dedicated gold buyer in Houston — how payouts, speed and ownership differ.
- DiamondsHow Diamonds Are Evaluated Before SaleLearn how buyers assess diamonds using the 4Cs, certification, fluorescence and cut quality — plus how lab-grown stones are identified.
- EducationCommon Mistakes People Make Selling GoldAvoid the most common mistakes gold sellers make in Houston, from skipping comparisons to misunderstanding karat and cleaning jewelry.