With an array of options from the diamond district in Manhattan to the local pawnshops in Queens, finding the right gold buyer in New York City can be a daunting task. This guide will help you navigate through your choices, ensuring you get a fair deal for your gold without falling prey to scams.

Whether you're based in the fast-paced streets of Manhattan or the eclectic borough of Queens, the jewelry resale market in New York City provides a vibrant platform for individuals looking to part with their precious gems. But how can you enhance the appeal of your jewelry to attract the right buyers and ensure a profitable sale? This article provides an in-depth guide on maximizing the value and interest of your jewelry in the resale market.

Dealers on 47th Street don't always agree on what it takes to get ahead. Manhattan's Diamond District can be a fiercely competitive place. But the businesses that survive and prosper here for decades are usually run by smart people with a reputation for being reliable and fair.

Fima Kandinov maintains straight shooting is the key to survival in the Diamond District. “Honesty and integrity are the keys to any business,” Kandinov says, and business conducted on 47th Street is no exception.

Many dealers on 47th Street take a somewhat more cutthroat approach. But Kandinov, primary appraiser and founder of Luriya, is not the only one to reach this conclusion.

The most romantic day of the year is fast approaching -- Valentine’s day! Are you looking for something for your loved one this holiday, or single and set on spoiling yourself? Jewelry and gemstones are obviously quite popular gifts to bestow on your significant other (and to pamper yourself with). Many gemstones are believed to have properties that bring success to relationships (whether you’re looking for one or in one), and they’re beautiful to boot!

Yep. We’re just as confused as you are.

You may have seen an eternity ring and have been captivated by that small, perfect circle of diamond brilliance that surrounds it. Maybe you even wear one or maybe you have given one to someone significant in your life. But have you ever asked yourself what it is? Its importance? And how did it become a symbol of eternal love?