Sell Broken Gold Jewelry in Chesapeake, VA
Broken Chains · Single Earrings · Scrap Gold
Broken gold is still gold. Bring in the tangled chains and single earrings.
The short answer
Broken chains, single earrings, bent rings and other scrap gold are bought by weight and purity at Segal & Co Fine Jewelers in Chesapeake, so a broken piece is worth as much as an intact one of the same karat and weight. Everything is tested and weighed in front of you, you get a written offer good for 3 days, and you’re paid the same day or receive 25% more toward new jewelry.
What counts as scrap gold
- Broken or knotted chains and bracelets
- Single earrings and lost-back studs
- Bent, cracked or outgrown rings
- Charms, pendants and lockets missing parts
- Old class rings and wedding bands
- Dental gold crowns and bridges
Why broken gold is worth the same
Gold is valued by its purity and weight, not its condition. A snapped 14k chain contains exactly as much gold as it did before it broke. The only thing that changes value is what’s in it: karat, grams and, sometimes, diamonds or gemstones worth more than the metal.
Check for stones first
Small diamonds and gemstones in old pieces are easy to overlook. Our GIA Graduate Gemologist examines every piece before we make an offer, so stones aren’t priced as scrap.
Before you sell: repair or redesign?
Some broken pieces are worth fixing. Our master jeweler repairs chains, clasps and settings on site, and our custom design team can turn several broken pieces into one new piece made from your own gold.
How it works
1
Walk in
No appointment needed during showroom hours. Sellers must be 18 or older with a valid photo ID.
2
Watch the evaluation
Every piece is tested and weighed in front of you. Most evaluations take just minutes.
3
Written offer
Every offer is written out, and written offers are good for 3 days.
4
Paid the same day
By cash, check or another arranged method. Put the value toward new jewelry, a custom piece or a repair and receive 25% more than the cash offer, used the same day or kept as store credit for up to 3 days.
What to bring
- Be 18 or older. Virginia law does not allow us to buy from anyone under 18.
- A valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or state ID. Virginia law requires ID for every sale.
- The pieces you’d like evaluated, just as they are. No need to clean or sort.
- Any paperwork you have, such as appraisals, receipts, diamond certificates, or watch boxes and papers.
Visit our Chesapeake showroom
Segal & Co Fine Jewelers
1401 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 1161
Inside Greenbrier Mall
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Showroom Hours
| Monday – Thursday | 10:00 am – 6:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Sunday | 12:00 pm – 5:30 pm |
Holiday hours may vary. Please call ahead around holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Do you buy broken gold jewelry in Chesapeake?
Yes. Segal & Co Fine Jewelers at 1401 Greenbrier Parkway in Chesapeake buys broken chains, single earrings, bent rings, scrap and dental gold. Each piece is tested and weighed in front of you, and offers are based on karat, weight and the day’s gold price.
Is broken gold worth less?
No. Gold is bought by purity and weight, so a broken piece is worth the same as an intact piece of the same karat and weight.
Do I need to separate my gold by karat?
No. Bring it all together. We test each piece and sort it by karat with you.
What if I’m not sure it’s real gold?
We test every piece with a non-scratch electronic tester and tell you honestly what is gold, gold filled or plated.
How will I be paid?
The same day you accept, by cash, check or another arranged method. Or put the value toward new jewelry and receive 25% more, used the same day or kept as store credit for up to 3 days.
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