Frequently asked questions

We calculate your silver and gold value using current market prices, its purity, weight, and its resale value.

Yes, broken jewellery can still have value if it is made from genuine silver. Even if a piece is damaged or no longer wearable, the silver it contains may still be worth money. Silver items are usually valued based on their weight and purity, so broken chains, rings, or single earrings can still be sold for their scrap silver value.

Silver cutlery can sometimes be worth money, but it depends on what the cutlery is actually made from. Many people assume that older spoons, forks, or serving pieces are solid silver, but in reality a large amount of cutlery is silver plated or partially filled, rather than made entirely from solid silver. Genuine silver cutlery is often made from lower purity silver alloys such as 800 or sometimes 500 silver, which means the metal contains 80% or 50% silver. These alloys were commonly used for cutlery because pure silver is quite soft, and mixing it with other metals makes the items stronger and more durable for everyday use. If cutlery is made from solid silver, it can still have value based on the weight and purity of the metal. However, the exact value will depend on the silver content and the total weight of the item. Identifying solid silver cutlery can be tricky. Many items that look like silver are actually silver plated, meaning a thin layer of silver has been applied to a base metal such as brass or nickel. These pieces are usually marked with stamps such as EPNS, EP, A1, or Silver Plate, and they typically have very little scrap value because the amount of silver is extremely small. Another complication is that some cutlery, especially knives, may have filled handles rather than solid silver. In these cases, the handle may have a thin silver outer layer but is filled with resin, pitch, or another material inside. This means the actual silver content is very limited. Because of these differences, silver cutlery can be one of the more difficult items to assess. Some pieces may contain solid silver and have value based on their metal content, while others may be plated or filled and have little scrap value. Checking for purity marks, hallmarks, or plating stamps is usually the best way to determine whether cutlery contains genuine silver.

Unfortunately not. To ensure you receive a fair and accurate offer, we need to inspect the items in person so we can test the metal, weigh it, and assess its value.

No. The amount we offer is the amount you will receive. We do not charge any hidden fees or make deductions.