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The XRF analyzer reads the alloy percentage. Karat marks are confirmed against the actual reading — markings are sometimes wrong by a karat or two, in either direction.
Five categories cover almost everything that walks through the door — gold jewelry, gold coins, bullion bars, scrap gold, and luxury watches. Each is tested on a video call or in person, weighed on a calibrated scale, and quoted from the live spot price.
Each page below shows the live per-gram math, what we look for, and a worked example from a recent counter ticket. If you're searching for gold buyers in San Jose for any of these categories — start here.
Rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, pendants, broken sets, single earrings. We buy 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, and 24K — stamped, unstamped, intact, or tangled. Stones are deducted by displacement so you're paid on the actual gold weight, not the showroom price. The same per-gram payout applies whether the piece is heirloom-quality or destined for the melt pot.
American Gold Eagles, Canadian Maples, Krugerrands, Pandas, Vienna Philharmonics, Britannias, Sovereigns, Mexican Pesos. Numismatic premium considered for pre-1933 US gold and proof issues.
See coin pricing →PAMP Suisse, Credit Suisse, Johnson Matthey, Perth Mint, Valcambi, Engelhard, Royal Canadian Mint. Investment-grade pricing within a tight band of spot, same-day wire settlement on lots over $25K.
See bullion pricing →Broken chains, dental gold, single earrings, bent rings, mismatched lots. The per-gram payout is the same as for an intact piece — we don't penalize condition. If you want to sell scrap gold near you, this is the lane.
See scrap pricing →Working condition matters. Box and papers add value. We authenticate on site or refer you out if a piece falls outside our brand list. Vintage, modern, and complications all considered.
See watch buying →Most sellers we work with are within the South Bay. If you're looking for gold buyers in Santa Clara, gold buyers in Cupertino, or simply a trusted gold buyer near you in Willow Glen, the same five services apply — same testing, same spot-linked math, same printed offer valid for seven days. Estate appointments available across all neighborhoods on request.
The same four-step process runs whether you bring a single chain or an estate lot. See the full walkthrough on how it works, or read the underlying pricing formula.
The XRF analyzer reads the alloy percentage. Karat marks are confirmed against the actual reading — markings are sometimes wrong by a karat or two, in either direction.
Calibrated scale shows grams to two decimals. Stones are deducted by displacement or removed entirely. You watch the reading.
Live spot price × purity × weight × payout band. Every variable is on the screen — nothing is hidden in a back office formula.
Printed on letterhead, signed, dated, valid seven full days. Take it home. Compare with anyone. Come back if it still wins.
Saves everyone time on the call. If your item falls into one of these, we'll usually point you to the right specialist nearby.
The plating is too thin to recover economically. If it's marked GP, GF, RGP, HGE, or 1/20 — it's plated, not solid.
If it's not stamped with a karat mark and doesn't pass an XRF check, it's likely base metal with a decorative finish.
We focus on gold and luxury watches. For silver/platinum we recommend two specialty buyers nearby — ask on the call for the referral.
Apple Watch, Garmin, Fossil, Michael Kors, and similar. Resale value is best on dedicated electronics or fashion-resale platforms.
No appointment needed for anything under about $10,000. For estate lots, call ahead so we can have two appraisers ready.
We'll call back within a business hour with a realistic range — no spam, ever.
Expect a call from (408) 594-3624 within the next business hour.