If you have platinum jewelry, or something else made of platinum, it helps to know that it's evaluated differently from gold. Platinum is a different metal with its own market price, its own purity markings, and its own quirks. Here's what to expect when you sell it in Greenville.
Platinum has its own market price
Platinum trades separately from gold and silver, and its price moves on its own. You can see the current platinum price in the live spot ticker on our homepage. Because the price is independent, a platinum piece isn't worth "gold prices" or anything close to them. We value it based on its actual platinum content and the current platinum market.
How to read the markings on your jewelry
Most platinum jewelry is stamped somewhere on the inside of the band or on the clasp. Common marks include:
- PT, PLAT, or PLATINUM
- 950, 900, or 850, which indicate the platinum content out of 1,000 parts. A piece marked 950 is 95% platinum.
Platinum jewelry is usually alloyed with small amounts of other metals, so the purity matters when we calculate what a piece is worth. As with gold, a stamp is a helpful starting point, but it isn't the final word on what's actually in a piece.
Platinum vs. white gold: an easy mix-up
Platinum and white gold look very similar, and plenty of people aren't sure which one they own. White gold is gold, while platinum is its own metal, and they're priced very differently. The only reliable way to tell them apart is to test the piece. If you aren't sure what you have, bring it in as-is. You don't need to know ahead of time.
What affects your offer
Weight and purity. These come first. We weigh each piece and determine its platinum content.
The current market price. Your offer is based on today's platinum market rate, not an old number.
Stones and settings. If your piece has diamonds or other gemstones, we'll talk through those too. We buy diamonds and other gemstones in addition to precious metals.
Industrial platinum
We accept platinum in industrial forms as well as jewelry. If you have something that isn't a ring or a chain, bring it in or give us a call at (252) 540-1367 and we'll tell you what we can do.
What to bring
Your platinum items, as they are, and a valid government-issued photo ID. North Carolina law requires ID for precious metals transactions. There's no need to clean anything first, and no appointment is necessary.
Not sure whether it's platinum, white gold, or something else? Stop by 3006 E. 10th Street in Greenville and we'll test it right in front of you. There's no obligation to sell.