Get Cash for Old Jewelry

By Heather Steel on December 24th, 2008

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In tough economic times like these, it seems everyone is looking for a quick way to make some extra income.  Americans of all ages and economic backgrounds are trying everything from taking on part-time work in restaurants and coffee shops to selling bodily fluids for cash.  While these measures may seem undesirable to many, there is one method of making extra cash that has really taken off in recent months – selling old jewelry for cash. 

A number of companies have emerged whose basic business plan is to offer people cash for jewelry items, including but not limited to:

• gold
• silver
• necklaces
• bracelets
• rings, including diamond engagement rings and wedding bands
• vintage jewelry
• antique jewelry

While I certainly wouldn’t recommend selling off heirlooms or items with sentimental value, jewelry received from old boyfriends or girlfriends can be a great place to start.  Why not benefit monetarily from a failed romance?  Just make sure to do your due diligence in researching the company you opt to sell your jewelry to, as there are certainly scam artists out there taking advantage of American’s need for extra income.