Author: Arch Enterprises

Recent Posts

Where to sell gold plated flatware?

I have a 51 piece 24K gold plated flatware set that is supposed to contain 63 pieces (I’m missing 12 salad forks.) If it were a full set, it’s only going for about $50 on E-Bay. It is not marked 24K, but the certificate included with the set states they guarantee it to be so. So let’s just assume this to be true. Would I be better off to sell this online for $40 or $50 or sell it as gold scrap? Thanks. Mark in Las Vegas, Nevada

What is the best way to sell silver coins?

I have some old silver coins that I would like to sell. What is the best way to go about this? — Amber in Pensacola, FL

Is there any way to tell if my platinum ring is pure platinum?

Is there any way to tell if my platinum ring is pure platinum? — Beth in Stillwater, OK

Is there an easy way to tell what grade a silver item is?

Is there an easy way to tell what grade a silver item is? — Austin in Naperville, IL

Precious Metal Terms and Uses

I am an avid metal detector user and am studying up on some of the industry terminology as I prepare to get some of the items I have found refined. For examples, what is meant by “gold filled”, “troy ounce” and “pennyweight.” — Rick in Louisiana, MO