Sell Gold Without the Guesswork
Selling gold can feel uncertain when you do not know what an item is worth or how buyers arrive at their offers. We believe the process should feel clear and professional, which is why we take time to examine each piece and explain the factors that affect value, including purity, weight, condition, design, and current market considerations.
Whether you want to sell gold for cash, trade it toward another piece, or simply understand what you have, our team can walk you through the options. We do not treat every item as scrap because some pieces may carry additional value based on craftsmanship, gemstones, brand, or collectibility.
Gold Appraisal With Experienced Local Guidance
A proper gold appraisal starts with careful examination rather than a rushed glance across the counter. Our experienced team evaluates the metal, checks purity, reviews the piece for diamonds or gemstones, and considers whether the item may have value beyond its gold content.
This is especially important with older jewelry, estate pieces, and inherited collections where several materials may be combined. Our goal is to give you a realistic understanding of what you are selling before you decide whether to accept an offer.
We Buy More Than Gold
Diamond Exchange is a full-service jewelry destination, so our buying services extend beyond unwanted gold jewelry. We also purchase loose diamonds, precious stones, fine jewelry, estate pieces, and luxury timepieces, giving customers one place to evaluate several types of valuables at the same time.
Our precious metal buyers can assist with:
- Gold rings and bands
- Broken gold jewelry
- Gold chains and bracelets
- Pendants and earrings
- Estate jewelry
- Loose diamonds
- Fine gemstones
- Luxury watches
- Scrap gold
- Unwanted jewelry collections
- Select precious metal items
- Older or damaged fine jewelry
If you are unsure whether we buy a particular item, bring it in and let us take a look. A piece that seems outdated, damaged, or incomplete may still have meaningful material or resale value.
Sell Precious Stones and Diamonds With Confidence
Loose diamonds and gemstones require a different kind of evaluation than gold. Size, quality, cut, condition, and market demand all influence value, which is why working with experienced jewelers matters when you want to sell precious stones.
We buy diamonds and evaluate fine gemstones as part of our broader jewelry buying services. If your stone is still set in a ring, pendant, or other piece, we can assess the entire item and explain whether the value is coming primarily from the metal, the stone, the design, or a combination of all three.

Trade Gold Toward Something New
Selling does not always have to mean walking away with cash. Some customers prefer to trade existing gold, diamonds, or gemstones toward a new piece of jewelry, allowing older valuables to become part of something they will actually wear.
This can be especially useful with inherited jewelry that carries sentimental value but does not match your current style. Instead of leaving it in a drawer, you may be able to apply its value toward a new ring, pendant, bracelet, or other custom piece that feels more personal.

Custom Jewelry Design From Existing Gold and Stones
Our custom jewelry design services give customers another way to make use of jewelry they no longer wear. Depending on the project, we can help redesign older pieces, reuse select gemstones, or create something completely new around diamonds or precious stones you already own.
We also specialize in custom engagement rings and bespoke jewelry design. If you have a family diamond or inherited gemstone, we can help transform it into a piece that preserves the history while giving it a fresh look that fits your style today.

Buy and Sell Gold Under One Roof
Because we both buy and sell gold, customers can move easily between evaluation, trade, and purchase options. You may come in planning to sell gold and leave with a better understanding of how that value could be applied toward another piece.
This full-service approach also means we understand jewelry from both sides of the transaction. We work with fine diamonds, gold, gemstones, custom pieces, bridal jewelry, watches, and estate items every day, which gives us a broader perspective than a business that only buys precious metals for scrap.
Safe, Private, and Professional Transactions
Selling valuable jewelry requires trust, especially when the items are inherited, sentimental, or financially significant. We provide a private, professional environment where customers can ask questions, review offers, and make decisions without feeling pressured.
Our family-owned business has served the Metairie community for more than two decades, and we take that reputation seriously. We focus on accurate evaluation, transparent communication, and competitive on-the-spot payouts when a sale is completed.

Why Choose Diamond Exchange?
We have spent more than 20 years helping local customers buy, sell, trade, repair, and customize fine jewelry. That experience allows us to evaluate gold and precious stones with an understanding of both material value and the broader jewelry market.
Customers choose us for:
- More than 20 years of family-owned experience
- Professional gold appraisals
- Competitive cash offers
- Gold, diamond, gemstone, and jewelry buying
- Luxury watch evaluations
- Estate jewelry purchases
- Safe and confidential transactions
- Custom jewelry design
- Custom engagement rings
- Trade-in options
- Free quotes and estimates
- Personalized customer service
We are also members of the Jewelers Board of Trade and hold an A+ rating with the BBB. Those trust signals reinforce the same commitment to transparency and professional service that we bring to every evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Value depends on purity, weight, condition, design, and current market conditions. We examine the item in person and provide an offer based on what we find.
Yes, broken chains, damaged rings, mismatched earrings, and other gold pieces can still have value. Even if the item is no longer wearable, the metal itself may still be worth selling.
Yes, we buy diamonds, loose stones, and select fine gemstones in addition to gold jewelry. We evaluate the entire piece so we can consider both the stone and metal value.
Yes, trade-in value may be applied toward a new or custom piece depending on the items involved. This can be a great way to turn old jewelry into something that better fits your current style.
For qualifying items and completed transactions, we can provide competitive payouts on the spot. The exact offer depends on the item and the results of our evaluation.
An appointment may not always be necessary, but contacting us ahead of time can be helpful for larger collections or more complex evaluations. We can let you know what to bring and what to expect.
Turn Unused Jewelry Into Something More Useful
Gold, diamonds, and gemstones should not have to sit forgotten in a drawer when they could be turned into cash, trade value, or a completely new piece of jewelry. At Diamond Exchange, we combine more than 20 years of local experience with professional appraisals, transparent offers, private transactions, and custom design capabilities under one roof. So whether you want to sell gold, trade inherited jewelry, sell precious stones, or create something new from pieces you already own, our jewelry store can help. Just contact us today for a free quote or estimate, and discover what your jewelry may be worth.
