What’s in Your Jewelry Box?
It’s difficult to ‘time’ any market, but the past week’s increase in gold prices, now over $2000. May be signaling an opportunity to Spring clean. Look for broken chains, damaged and no longer worn jewelry to take advantage of the upward trend and meet with Jewelry Judge Ben Gordon to know what to expect if you sell.
Unlock hidden value now while the upward trend continues. Gold recently has been over $2000 an ounce, but dealers don’t pay 100% of that when they buy. Visit with Ben Gordon, The Jewelry Judge to find out just what you might receive if you sold now.
The Jewelry Judge Does Not Buy or Sell gold or jewelry, but can provide referrals to reputable outlets for selling your precious metals and fine jewelry. Book and Appointment On-Line or Call 713-961-1432 Today!
Most of the news has been negative lately. But there is a ray of light for jewelry owners who want to sell their little worn jewelry or broken and damaged chains. 
We love prospecting for gold!
In difficult economic times, people sell hard assets such as jewelry and luxury valuables to provide money for other priorities, such as college tuition or travel.
When making a hard decision, we recommend knowing the hard facts about hard assets. Difficult decisions become easier with a Jewelry Judge Consultation. Make your decisions based upon hard facts – Call 713 961-1432. 
As a small business the Jewelry Judge Ben Gordon is always wondering how to reach new clients to keep our business growing. In our 67 years’ experience, we find that there is nothing better than ‘word of mouth’ but possibly equally powerful are online reviews.
March 11, 2020 – Paulete GW
March 13, 2020 – D.N.
With the current price of gold upwards of $1600 per troy ounce, gold jewelry sellers are back.
A gold karat is a unit of measurement that identifies its purity. 100% gold is soft and malleable and would be impractical as jewelry as it would become distorted and wear quickly. Other metals such as copper, silver, zinc, and nickel are therefore mixed with gold to strengthen it.
Everyone should know if their gold jewelry is 14k, 18k, 22k or another purity, as well as, its weight in grams or pennyweights. While 
As a Master Graduate Gemologist and Independent Appraiser, he approaches each task from the prospective of a scientist whose first task is to identify and authenticate. Only then, when the facts are in, can appropriate values be determined.
Auctions
That may sound harsh, especially with jewelry stores everywhere offering certified diamonds. So, what’s up with that?
A big part of the Jewelry Judge mission is education, so clarity (no pun here) is important to Mr. Gordon. Diamonds with Grading Reports have undergone scientific analysis by qualified professionals who analyse, report and grade the qualities of each gemstone. There will be a description for each of the four C’s, i.e., Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat weight. There will also be additional language to describe fluorescence, color enhancement, fracture filling or heat treatments.
“Many of the consultations we do are to confirm laboratory Grading Reports,” Mr. Gordon explains. 
When they are SALT + PEPPER Diamonds!
Salt and pepper diamonds are making an entrance this season.
The cost of an estate appraisal can be based upon the number of items OR the amount of time depending upon the preference of the owner.
A parents death is a traumatic and difficult experience for those left behind.
You need to know;
Buying Estate Jewelry?
Most seniors, both men and women, have had a life time to either inherit or receive several pieces of fine jewelry. After years of accumulating fine jewelry and watches, the majority of a senior’s estate jewelry goes undocumented until it becomes a job for their children. The burden of cleaning out closets, furniture, nick-knacks and keepsakes to be distributed among children, grandchildren, and favorite charities may also fall to your children. Don’t leave your fine jewelry to chance!
Transitioning from one home to another is stressful and often little things fall through the gaps in planning. With jewelry it is often only after a loss that we recognize the importance of the piece. The history, memory or story, whether a gift or family heirloom, it is wise to document your jewelry with an appraisal.
Jewelry Judge Ben Gordon provides gemstone and jewelry appraisals for insurance, probate and estate purposes, as well as consultation services for pre-purchases, for those wanting more information before buying jewelry on-line or from local stores. Ben Gordon, Master Graduate Gemologist/Appraiser has been appraising jewelry in the Galleria area since 1975. Ben brings over sixty-four years (64) experience to his business.
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