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Contact Estate Jewelry Buyer
Estate Jewelry Buyer helps Illinois sellers reach an estate jewelry buyer quickly. Call or text Mike at (773) 490-9828 to talk about diamonds, gold, silver, designer jewelry, watches, or a full estate collection.
First, send a few clear photos and any paperwork you have. Then Mike can review the basics and share a realistic rough estimate before you travel.
- Call or text photos
- Northbrook appointments
- Mail-in reviews available
- By appointment only
Need the fastest response?
- Call or text first.Mike can often review the basics from photos before the meeting.
- Bring paperwork.GIA reports, receipts, and appraisals help him price items faster.
- Meet privately.Appointments take place in Northbrook or through another secure option.
Reach out your way
Choose the contact option that fits you best
Call, text, or use the form. Either way, you can start with a few simple details and move forward quickly.
Text photos
Send photos for a rough estimate
Clear photos, hallmark shots, and paperwork help Mike review items faster. As a result, you can get a better starting range before you travel.
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Meet privately in Northbrook
Appointments take place at 1340 Shermer Rd Suite 260, Northbrook, Illinois 60062. Meetings are private, focused, and by appointment only.
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Sell locally or by mail
Estate Jewelry Buyer serves Chicago, the North Shore, and sellers across Illinois. There is also a nationwide mail-in review option.
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Request a fast rough estimate
Use the form below when email is easier. However, a phone call or text usually gets the fastest reply.
Simple next steps
How the contact process works
You do not need to guess what comes next. We keep the process short, clear, and private.
Send photos or call
Start with a few clear photos, a short description, and any paperwork. Because this first step is simple, most sellers can start in minutes.
Get a rough estimate
Mike reviews the basics and shares a realistic starting range when possible. Then you can decide whether it makes sense to move forward.
Schedule a private review
Meet in Northbrook or discuss another secure option. During the review, Mike explains what has market value and makes a direct offer.
A better first estimate starts with clearer information
What to send before the appointment
Photos are the fastest way to begin. If you have receipts, appraisals, GIA certificates, designer boxes, or service paperwork, include those too.
For larger estates, group similar items together so Mike can spot diamonds, sterling silver, designer names, and precious metals more quickly.
- Front and back photos of each item
- Clear photos of hallmarks or maker marks
- Diamond reports, receipts, or appraisals if available
- Approximate weights or karat marks when known
Choose the setup that feels most practical and secure
Appointment and meeting options
Many sellers meet Mike in Northbrook because it is private and efficient. However, some situations call for a home visit, office meeting, secure bank-vault meeting, or a mail-in review.
Mike can price items one by one or as a total collection. Either way, he explains the categories clearly before you decide whether to sell.
- Northbrook office appointments
- Home visits when appropriate
- Office or secure bank-vault meetings for select situations
- Nationwide mail-in option
- Individual pricing or whole-estate review
After acceptance
Clear payment options after you agree to sell
Local transactions may be paid by cash, check, cashier’s check, or another agreed method depending on the amount. Mail-in transactions can be paid by Zelle, PayPal, Cash App, eCheck, or mailed check.
Before any deal is completed, Mike confirms the amount and the payment method clearly. Therefore, you know exactly what happens next.
- Cash or check for many local deals
- Cashier’s check for larger local transactions
- Zelle, PayPal, Cash App, eCheck, or mailed check for remote transactions
Need guidance first?
Ask about a verbal jewelry appraisal or consultation
Mike also offers verbal appraisal and consultation appointments for sellers who want guidance before making a decision. The first hour is $150, and each additional hour is $100.
If you sell during the appointment, that consultation fee is waived. As a result, you can get expert guidance first and still move forward quickly when the numbers make sense.
Questions sellers ask first
Contact FAQ
These quick answers can help you decide how to start.
Can I text photos before I schedule an appointment?
Yes. Texting clear photos is one of the fastest ways to start. Include front and back photos, hallmarks, and any paperwork you have so Mike can give you a stronger rough estimate.
Do I need an appointment to meet in Northbrook?
Yes. Meetings are by appointment only. That keeps the process private, efficient, and focused on your items.
Do you buy single pieces and full estate collections?
Yes. Mike buys single pieces, matched sets, mixed jewelry boxes, and full estate collections. He can price items one by one or review the collection as a whole.
Can I sell from outside Illinois?
Yes. Estate Jewelry Buyer offers a nationwide mail-in review option for sellers who are not meeting locally in Northbrook or elsewhere in Illinois.
Get a quick estate jewelry estimate
Need a quick estimate now?
Call or text Mike today. Clear photos are usually the fastest way to move the process forward.