Jewelry Archives - Westlake Gold

Diamond Rings: Valuation and Reasons to Sell in 2024

Diamond rings have perpetually symbolized love and commitment, embodying both luxury and romance. The intricate craftsmanship and gemological expertise behind these timeless treasures contribute to their allure, making the valuation process an intriguing blend of art and science. Delving into the 4 Cs – cut, color, clarity, and carat weight – alongside other influential factors, […]

Inherited Jewelry: The Benefits of Selling to Westlake Gold

Selling inherited jewelry can be a significant decision, carrying both emotional and financial weight. Whether you’re looking to declutter, redistribute assets, or fund a particular endeavor, selling inherited jewelry demands careful consideration and a reliable buyer. One such reputable and honest buyer is Westlake Gold, a trusted name in the jewelry-buying industry. In this guide, […]

How Colored Gemstones are Valued

Colored gemstones are a popular choice for jewelry, prized for their beauty and rarity. However, understanding how colored gemstones are valued can be a complex process. In this article, we’ll explore the factors that affect the value of colored gemstones. Read more about determining authenticity in gemstones in Westlake’s guide here Color Color is the […]

Diamond Engagement Rings: History and the 4Cs

The modern diamond engagement ring as we know it today was popularized by De Beers, a diamond mining company. In the late 1930s, De Beers launched the famous “A Diamond is Forever” advertising campaign, which promoted the concept of diamond engagement rings as a symbol of eternal love. The campaign was a huge success, and […]

5 Jewelry Gifts to Say “I Love You” on Valentine’s Day

It’s the one day of the year when love (and jewelry) is on everyone’s mind. And for many, it can be overwhelming. Maybe you’ve been married for years, you just started dating a couple of months ago, or you are in what some would call a “situationship”. No matter who you are, there can be […]

Westlake Gold’s Guide to Designer Diamond Jewelry Brands

Diamond jewelry is an ever-growing market, and fine jewelry remains a big part of life’s biggest celebrations—engagements, weddings, coronations, graduations, job promotions, and more. Jewelry is a fitting tribute to moments we want to revisit and remember forever. Here is Westlake’s guide to diamond jewelry brands that pioneered the market today: Tiffany & Co. Tiffany […]

Determining Authenticity in Gemstones and Pearls

When buying gemstones and pearls, it is important to know if they are genuine or an imitation. Valuation Very similar to how diamonds are priced, colored gemstones with better clarity will cost more per carat. Having a gemstone with a better cut is often worth a bit more, and the bigger the stone, generally, the more […]

Types of Gold Jewelry: A Brief Guide

Learn more about different types of gold jewelry in our latest guide. Solid Gold Solid gold jewelry (colloquially referred to as ‘real gold’) is the most valuable form of jewelry you can buy. You’ll often see solid gold jewelry denoted as a number followed by ‘k’ or ‘ct’. For example, 9k gold or 9ct gold. This is referring […]

How do I know if my Gold Chain is Real? A Brief Overview

A gold chain is a must-have timeless piece of jewelry regularly worn by both men and women for many occasions. Many people pay high prices for real gold chains for many reasons, including the items lasting longer, retaining more value as an investment, and often as a flex or symbol of wealth. The ancient Egyptians believed […]

Met with Joel to see if the silver and gold coins I found were worth anything. He was very nice and only one coin was worth a few bucks. He suggested just...

Lynne A. September 29, 2023

Joel took time and patiently explained the value of my jewelry and how he calculated it. I believe I got a good, honest deal and I would highly recommend him.

Anne Andrews C. September 28, 2023

I could not have been more pleased and satisfied with Joel at Westlake Gold. If you have spare jewelry and gold that you want to get top dollar for, this is the only place that you need to go. Do not go to downtown LA. Do not go to any jewelry store and especially do not go to a pawn shop! Joel is the only man that you need to see. He is professional, kind, and as sincere and honest as they come. He has a low overhead for his business and he is without question going to give you the best possible price for your valuables. I didn’t even know that some pieces that I had were worth more than I had expected… but Joel being as honest and sincere as they come made sure that I had what I needed and did with a gracious understanding and very friendly demeanor. After leaving this place, I was both impressed and so happy to see that there are still people out there that do care about others. Do not waste your time and go anywhere else… this is the man to see!!!

Steve Benezra September 20, 2023

Very professional and detailed in their evaluation. I felt very comfortable.

Ali Farboud August 9, 2023

The team at Westlake Gold was both kind and professional. Joel is very knowledgeable and fair - and I really enjoyed working with him on the sale of some estate jewelry. I highly recommend!

Dana Barrett July 10, 2023

*Respectful, surprisingly great appraisal, very safe and honest.* Joel meets his customers in a clean and neat office inside of an office building, instead of many others in the area. This allows me to feel more comfortable to start with. He was very respectful, friendly, and courteous. The best part comes with the pricing. This was not my first time releasing old gold and jewelry, and I received way more than I thought I would have given my past experience with other jewelry buyers. Thank you, Joel. Wish I had met you in the past, but sure am happy I do now.

Birgitte Tan June 30, 2023

I was very happy with the transaction and the money that he offered to us when I sold gold jewelry. He was very knowledgeable and kind to me and my...

Mithila U. June 2, 2023

Great experience selling gold silver and jewelry. Joel is very skilled and explains the transaction.

Mike Kale May 19, 2023

What a hidden treasure, pun intended. Overwhelmed with a large collection that I wasn't sure was costume or the real deal. impressed with how each piece was tested even the ones marked for authentication. professional and honest.

janie ahlberg May 14, 2023

If you are looking for an honest appraisal and fair deal, this is the place to go! I walked in with what I thought was seven 1oz Canadian silver dollars worth $25 each, turns out they were 1oz Canadian platinum coins with worth $1,000+ each!! He operated with 100% integrity and patience with me. He took the time to educate me on coins. I will defiantly return!

John Strote May 12, 2023

Highly recommend Westlake Gold. I had a bunch of estate jewelry to liquidate and I feel like I got a very fair price for my items. I definitely will return. Thank you!

Rana Mohr May 12, 2023

I highly recommend Westlake Gold - Joel is very knowledgable about gold and diamonds and I loved his authenticity when giving me the information I needed. He’s very professional, and courteous. I’ll definitely be back in future!

hannah de boisblanc December 16, 2022

Joel, thank you for your help with the silver we brought into your shop. You were very helpful and pleasant to work with.

Robin Johnson December 5, 2022

Just met with Joel while taking care of selling my father's gold (after his passing). Joel was honest, fair, and professional. Highly recommend Westlake Gold.

Cathy Anderson August 2, 2022

I highly recommend Westlake Village Gold! I took my Jewelry to several places,I receive the best price from Joel his customer service, Attention extremely detail. I knew the first few minutes of meeting him that you can trust this man, Definitely will be back.

Rebecca de la Torre September 14, 2020

Joel always provide incredible customer service. Joel is very knowledgeable about gold and diamonds and is also very polite and I always enjoy my conversations with him when trying to sell him gold. I highly recommend working with Westlake Gold.

Patrick rohn September 10, 2020

I bought two rings from Joel and was blown away by the experience. He is extremely honest, professional, and knowledgeable. He normally doesn't make jewelry sales to walk in customers, but just so happened to have exactly what we were looking for. And he even arranged to have our rings resized and polished. They are beautiful and exactly what we wanted.

Stephanie Bland March 30, 2020

Very professional, knowledgeable and honest. More than fair, highly recommend.

Doug Weil January 9, 2020

Joel is great at what he does. He helped me with valuing some coins I needed. If you need to find the value on any jewelry you must go here. Thank you so much for your help!

Probate Services Inc. November 2, 2017

Joel was extremely knowledgable, professional, informative and expeditious in the overall process. I will be coming back if/when I have a need to sell silver, gold and/or jewelry!

Scott O'Malley July 14, 2016

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