For those unused valuables that clutter your life, we offer a no obligation evaluation. Join us Wednesday through Friday – April 23-25, 2025 for our exclusive 3 Day Buying Event. Get a 20% bonus if trading for store credit. No appointment needed.
We Buy
- Fine Jewelry
- Fine watches
- Platinum
- Gold (not gold-filled or gold-plated)
- Silver (not silver-plated)
- Diamonds
- Gems
- Coins
- Currency
- Bullion
Check out our guide below for what we buy most, though it’s impossible to include all the things we purchase. Our offers vary based on the item’s condition, construction, provenance and demand.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out at 614-457-6261 to speak with us about your specific items. We’re here to answer all your questions and help you make the right decision.
Fine Jewelry
At Argo & Lehne, we buy a variety of jewelry. We consider the metal, stones, designer, condition and quality. We may ask a few questions while we inspect your items, such as could this be repurposed, regifted or mined for gems to use in other projects for family members? Do you have any previous documentation or valuation to share, any boxes or receipts from original vendors?
Coins & Currency
We purchase old United States currency, foreign currency, numismatic & bullion coins.
Gold
We purchase necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc. of any karat, purity or condition, including white gold, rose gold and dental gold, NOT gold-filled or gold plated items.
Diamonds
We buy natural diamonds, loose or mounted, of any cut, color, clarity or carat. We have graduate gemologists & accredited jewelry professionals identify each gem for cut, color, clarity & carat. We are equipped with an accredited American Gem Society gem laboratory with specific instrumentation to test a diamond’s authenticity, measurements and characteristics.
Silver
We buy pure silver (‘999’), sterling silver (‘sterling’ or ‘925’), coin silver (‘coin’, ‘pure coin’ or ‘800’). We do not buy silver plate which has an outside layer of sterling with non-precious metal beneath. Without hallmarks (‘sterling’ or ‘925’) it is unlikely hollowware or flatware is sterling . Silver plate is hard and does not bend or tarnish in the same way as pure sterling or coin silver.
Watches
We buy fine timepieces, such as Rolex, Breitling, Patek, etc. (We are not interested in non-branded, non-precious metal generic watches.)
Typically Not For Us
China, Crystal and Glassware
With changing times, fewer and fewer people are entertaining. Younger couples aren’t registering for these items & prefer an easier method of cleaning with the ability to put everything into the dishwasher. The best way to resell these items would be on consignment at your local antique shop or through Replacements.com.
Silver Plate
Although it is commonly mistaken for sterling silver, we do not buy silver plate. Silver plate items have an outside layer of sterling silver, but base metal underneath. To tell whether the item you have is plated, check for a sterling hallmark.
General Watches
Non-branded, non-precious metal generic watches.
