Nelson Coleman Jewelers purchases a wide variety of sterling silver items. Whether you're selling a single piece or an entire collection, our experienced buyers will evaluate your items and provide a competitive offer based on their silver content, condition, craftsmanship, and current market value.
Selling your sterling silver is simple. Whether you're bringing in a few pieces of jewelry or an entire collection of sterling silver flatware, our experienced buyers will guide you through the process and answer any questions along the way.
Bring your sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tea sets, coins, bullion, or other silver items to any Nelson Coleman Jewelers location. Appointments are strongly recommended to ensure a qualified team member is available to evaluate your items when you arrive, especially if you're bringing a collection, estate items, or multiple pieces for review.
Our experienced buyers will carefully examine your items, identify their silver content, and evaluate factors such as weight, condition, craftsmanship, and current silver market prices. If an item has value beyond its silver content, we'll take that into consideration as well.
Once the evaluation is complete, we'll explain our offer and answer any questions you may have. There is never any obligation to sell, so you can make your decision with confidence.
The value of sterling silver depends on several factors, and no two pieces are exactly alike. During your complimentary evaluation, our experienced buyers carefully examine each item to determine its value and provide a competitive offer.
Sterling silver is typically 92.5% pure silver, which is often indicated by hallmarks such as "925" or "Sterling." Our buyers will verify the silver content of your items before determining their value.
Because sterling silver contains a high percentage of pure silver, weight plays an important role in its value. Heavier items generally contain more silver, though weight is only one part of the evaluation.
Silver prices fluctuate based on the precious metals market. Current market conditions are one of several factors considered when determining an offer.
Condition can affect value, especially for decorative pieces or jewelry. Fine craftsmanship, intricate designs, and well-preserved items may be worth more than their silver content alone.
Some sterling silver pieces have value beyond their precious metal content. Antique flatware, tea sets, serving pieces, and items from well-known makers may be desirable to collectors, and that can influence their overall value.
Not sure whether your item is sterling silver or silver-plated? Bring it to any Nelson Coleman Jewelers location for a complimentary evaluation. Our experienced buyers will identify your silver and explain how its value is determined, so you can make an informed decision with no obligation to sell.
At first glance, sterling silver and silver-plated items can look nearly identical, but they differ significantly in composition and value. Sterling silver contains 92.5% pure silver, while silver-plated items are made from a base metal with only a thin layer of silver applied to the surface.
If you're unsure which type you have, don't worry—it's a common question. Our experienced buyers can identify your items and explain how they're evaluated during your complimentary assessment.
While there are exceptions, many sterling silver items are marked with hallmarks such as "Sterling," "925," ".925," or "925/1000." Silver-plated pieces often feature markings like "EPNS" (Electroplated Nickel Silver), "EP," "Silverplate," or the name of a manufacturer without a sterling hallmark.
Keep in mind that hallmarks aren't the only way to identify silver. Age, construction, and testing methods may also be used to determine whether an item is sterling silver or silver-plated.
Silver-plated flatware generally has less intrinsic value than sterling silver because it contains only a thin layer of silver. However, some silver-plated pieces may still have value due to their age, craftsmanship, rarity, or collectible appeal.
If you're unsure what you have, bring it in. We'll help identify your items, explain what they are, and let you know whether they have value—all with no obligation to sell.
When you're selling sterling silver, choosing an experienced and trustworthy buyer matters. At Nelson Coleman Jewelers, our team combines generations of jewelry expertise with professional training to provide knowledgeable evaluations and a comfortable, transparent selling experience.
Identifying the value of silver requires more than simply weighing an item. Our team understands how to evaluate precious metals, recognize quality craftsmanship, and identify important details that can affect value, including hallmarks, makers, age, and authenticity.
Our jewelry professionals have extensive training and industry experience, including credentials from respected organizations such as the Gemological Institute of America and American Gem Society. As a member of the Jewelers of America, Nelson Coleman Jewelers is committed to ethical business practices and ongoing education within the jewelry industry.
We'll explain what you have, how its value is determined, and answer your questions before making an offer. Our goal is to provide the information you need to make a confident decision.
There is never any obligation to sell. Whether you're bringing in a single piece of sterling silver jewelry or an inherited collection of silver flatware, we'll treat your items and your decision with care.
For more than 170 years, Nelson Coleman Jewelers has served generations of customers throughout Maryland and West Virginia with knowledgeable guidance and trusted service.
Nelson Coleman Jewelers purchases sterling silver at our locations in Towson, Frederick, Easton, MD, and Inwood, WV. Bring in your sterling silver jewelry, flatware, coins, bullion, or other silver items for a complimentary evaluation from our experienced jewelry professionals.
Many sterling silver items are marked with hallmarks such as "Sterling," "925," ".925," or "925/1000." However, identifying silver is not always as simple as finding a marking. Our experienced buyers can help determine whether your items are sterling silver, silver-plated, or another material during a complimentary evaluation.
Yes. Nelson Coleman Jewelers evaluates sterling silver flatware, including complete sets, partial sets, serving pieces, trays, and other sterling silver tableware. Some pieces may have value based on their silver content, while others may have additional value due to age, maker, pattern, or craftsmanship.
Silver-plated items generally contain much less silver than sterling silver because they only have a thin layer of silver over another metal. However, some silver-plated pieces may have collectible, antique, or decorative value. Bring your items in and we can help identify what you have.
The value of sterling silver depends on several factors, including silver purity, weight, current silver market prices, condition, craftsmanship, and whether the item has collectible or historical value. Our team evaluates each piece individually to determine its overall value.
Appointments are strongly recommended when selling silver at Nelson Coleman Jewelers. While you are welcome to visit any of our locations, scheduling an appointment helps ensure that a qualified member of our team is available to properly evaluate your items when you arrive. This is especially helpful if you are bringing a collection, estate items, or multiple pieces for review. Contact your preferred location to schedule a complimentary evaluation.
No. Our evaluations are provided with no obligation to sell. We will explain how your items were evaluated and answer any questions so you can make an informed decision.
We evaluate many types of silver items, including sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tea sets, serving pieces, hollowware, coins, bullion, and other silver valuables. If you're unsure whether your items have value, bring them in and our team will help identify them.
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