Guides

Clear answers for Chicago sellers

Short, practical guides on selling diamonds, estate jewelry, luxury watches, and gold — with a transparent look at how offers are determined.

What affects a diamond offer in Chicago?

The real drivers of an offer: certification, cut quality, fluorescence, and current demand.

A simple breakdown of karat, grams vs. ounces, and why two buyers may quote differently.

Paperwork, boxes, certificates: what matters and what doesn’t.

When design, maker marks, and gemstones change the outcome and when they don’t.

Reference numbers, service history, box & papers, and why condition grading matters.

A straightforward explanation of market pricing and why resale behaves differently.

Privacy, security, and a calmer process: what to expect and how it protects you.