Sell Diamonds

The decision to sell an engagement ring is not always an easy one. Sometimes a couple’s relationship has come to an end. Other times the seller is letting go of a family heirloom for financial reasons. There are many ways to sell a diamond engagement ring, including private buyers, jewelers, pawnshops, or an online diamond buying company. At MJ Gabel, we’re not here to judge but to educate you that with each of these options, there are advantages and disadvantages. Let’s take a look at these common choices more carefully. Private buyer. Some people approach selling a diamond ring like [...]

It can be challenging to sell your diamond jewelry, not only because of the emotions involved, but also the many questions about the process. How will I get the most money? Who can I trust? How can I avoid getting taken advantage of? Rest assured, if you’re reading this you’re well on your way to making a wise decision. As a seasoned partner of a respected family-owned company, allow me to provide special insights and tips to help you prepare for selling your diamond jewelry. Work with a company that puts the person ahead of the piece. When choosing a [...]

Selling a diamond engagement ring is not easy, due to some extent to the emotional value attached to it and the feelings potentially still associated with it. Additionally, just figuring out a diamond’s grade or value can be a relatively complex endeavor in and of itself, but that is how MJ Gabel’s vast experience can be of tremendous value. The MJ Gabel Team has ample experience in the diamond industry and we are here to walk with you through this oftentimes complex and overwhelming process. The team of world-class diamond experts at MJ Gabel have a vast network that we [...]

The holiday season is upon us, and for many, it is a time to relax, spend time with family, reminisce about the past, and remember all that we have to be thankful for. For others, though, the holiday season is a time of stress due to the expenses that have become all too commonly associated with the season. If your reality is closer to the second than the first, MJ Gabel would love the opportunity to help make the holidays a happier time! One option you have is to look for jewelry that you either haven’t worn or that you [...]

When a person begins the process of selling diamonds, a diamond ring, or any diamond piece, one of the first things they wonder is “How much is my diamond worth?” This can be a tricky question to answer because no two diamonds are alike, nor are two pieces of diamond jewelry alike. Just as cars range in value depending on their year, make, model, condition and mileage, diamonds vary in value depending on their cut, color, clarity, and carat weight – often referred to as the “4 C’s”. The combination of these characteristics helps to value the diamond. The majority [...]