Sell Gold For Cash When You Need It
Editor | Apr 13, 2010 | Comments 0
Sell Gold For Cash
Why sell gold for cash, you maybe asking. Well for starters, it’s an easy way to get cash quickly without having to repay it. And there’s really no better time than right now to profit from the gold and silver boom.
And it’s not just gold bars or gold coins that are selling either. You can easily sell gold jewelry, spoons and even dental pieces.
For those who want to want to sell gold, you can currently expect to get around $1100 per an ounce. That’s certainly an increase from 2009’s $1000 per an ounce.
And unlike U.S. currency, the precious metal is sought out as a safe investment that’s been around for centuries. That’s because investors know that paper currency can easily drop in price and even become worthless.
However, precious metals never have a specific set rate for its value, making them a wise purchase. For instance, when my father-in-law purchased a few coins several years ago, they were only worth around $30 each.
Today however, those very same coins he learned are worth more than double that amount and if the price of gold continues to rise, they’ll be worth much more.
But before you decide to take your items to the nearest buyer, you’ll want to keep the following in mind.
If you’re wondering if the items you have are real, the best way to check is to look for a “k” mark, somewhere on the item. It should say something like 10K or 14K or 18K. The “k”, which stands for karat will also sometimes be followed by the creator’s trademark or initials as well.
The “k” mark is required by law to be on any piece that is real, so if it doesn’t have it, it’s very likely your piece isn’t the real deal.
Another thing to keep in mind is if the piece has a marking of “1/10 GF on it, it’s filled and not solid, which most investors won’t accept. This same rule will also apply for any item that is plated or leafed.
And the higher the number is along with the “k” mark, the more valuable it is. (18K is more valuable (has mold sold gold in it) than 14K, and 14K is more valuable than 10K.)
Also when you realize you’re desperate enough to sell gold for any amount of money, don’t. Most people who want to get rid of their items in a hurry because they’re strapped for money will almost always take what they have to a pawnbroker. This can be a big mistake, simply because brokers often give you the lowest amount possible for your goods.
Instead, you’ll want to look at other options such as a gold selling party, which can offer a bigger lump of cash if you have a good amount of the precious metals to sell.
However, before you sell your gold pieces to the gold buyers, always remove items like gemstones and other valuable materials since you won’t be paid any extra for your gems and you might as well sell them elsewhere.
And finally, if you’re considering cashing in on a family heirloom or a piece that you think you can buy back later, don’t. Buyers who are interested in buying your goods will more than likely melt them down for scrap profit. So choose your items wisely when you sell gold for cash.
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