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FOUNDER, ANTIQUES OF SUSSEX
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Sell Gold, Silver, Jewellery & Antiques in Portslade
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Call Us: 07586402927 | WhatsApp: Send photographs for a free initial opinion | Email: info@antiquesofsussex.co.uk | Visit Our Office: Haywards Heath (By Appointment)
Jewellery You No Longer Wear Could Still Be Valuable
From historic Portslade Village and St Nicolas Church to Portslade-by-Sea, Portslade has a character of its own between Brighton & Hove and Shoreham.
If you have gold, silver, jewellery, coins or antiques you'd like valued, I offer free private home visits throughout Portslade (BN41) and the surrounding area.
There is no need to carry valuable or inherited items around different shops. I can come to your home, examine what you have and provide a clear, no-obligation offer.
Prefer to visit me? Free private appointments are also available at my Haywards Heath office, by prior arrangement.
Gold Jewellery Isn't Valued on Appearance Alone
Classic White Gold Hinged Bangle
A slim polished hinged white gold bangle with a secure clasp, acquired during a private home valuation in Sussex.
A simple piece of jewellery can be more interesting than it first appears.
When assessing a gold bangle like this, I look at its hallmarks, gold purity, weight, construction and condition before providing a valuation.
White gold can also be difficult to distinguish from other white metals simply by looking at it, so don't worry if you're unsure what something is made from.
Bring it along or show it to me during your home valuation and I'll examine it for you.
Don't Overlook Smaller Silver Jewellery
Sterling Silver Station Necklace with Bead Details
A fine sterling silver station necklace with evenly spaced bead details and a spring-ring clasp, acquired during a private home valuation in Sussex.
Silver doesn't have to be heavy or antique to be worth showing me.
Fine chains, necklaces, bracelets and other smaller pieces can easily become forgotten at the bottom of a jewellery box. I look for silver marks, weight, condition and any additional value the piece may have.
Single items are welcome too — you don't need a large collection to arrange a valuation.
Found 925 on Your Silver? Here's What It Means
925 Sterling Silver Mark
A detailed macro photograph showing a 925 STERLING stamp and an additional lionshaped symbol, highlighted separately to help explain the markings found on silver.
If you're sorting through old silver or jewellery at home, look closely for tiny numbers, words and symbols. They can provide important clues about what you have. The photograph above is a good example.
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1 — 925 STERLING
The first red box highlights the 925 STERLING stamp. 925 means the metal is 92.5% silver, which is the standard fineness for sterling silver. You may find 925, STERLING, or both together on jewellery, trays and other silver items.
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2 — The Additional Symbol
The second red box highlights the lion-shaped symbol beside the 925 STERLING stamp. Additional symbols can relate to the maker, manufacturer, origin or marking system used on a particular piece. They should not automatically be assumed to be part of a traditional British hallmark without examining the mark properly.
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That's why it's useful to look at all the marks together, rather than relying on one symbol alone.
You don't need to identify them yourself. If you find marks you're unsure about, show me the item and I'll examine them during your valuation.
What I Buy
I regularly buy:
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Gold and silver jewellery
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Antique silver and silverware
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Gold and silver coins
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Diamond and gemstone jewellery
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Watches and pocket watches
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Antiques and collectables
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Inherited jewellery and family collections
Not sure whether something is gold, silver, plated or simply costume jewellery? Include it. I'm happy to take a look.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer free home valuations in Portslade?
Yes. I provide free, no-obligation home valuations throughout Portslade (BN41) and the surrounding area.
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What does 925 mean on silver?
A 925 mark indicates 92.5% silver, the standard fineness for sterling silver. Other marks may also appear on the item and can provide further information.
Do you buy silver jewellery as well as gold?
Yes. I buy silver necklaces, chains, bracelets and other jewellery, as well as antique silver and silverware. You don't need a large collection — individual pieces are welcome too.
I've inherited jewellery and don't know what's valuable. Can you look through it?
Absolutely. You don't need to identify or separate everything beforehand. I'm happy to look through mixed collections of jewellery, watches, coins, silver and antiques and identify anything that deserves closer attention.
Do I have to sell after the valuation?
No. My home valuations are free and without obligation. If you decide to accept my offer, payment can be made immediately by secure bank transfer.
Areas Covered Around Portslade
I provide free home valuations throughout Portslade (BN41) and nearby areas including:
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Portslade — BN41
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Mile Oak — BN41
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Southwick — BN42
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Shoreham-by-Sea — BN43
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Hove — BN3
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Hangleton — BN3
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West Blatchington — BN3
If your area isn't listed, please get in touch. I regularly travel throughout Sussex.
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Prefer to come to me? Free private appointments are also available at my Haywards Heath office, by prior arrangement.