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Selling gold and diamond jewelry can be very profitable if you know the right practices. In 2026, the price of gold has reached historic highs, which boosts the resale value of all 18-karat gold jewelry. Whether you're selling a Cartier Love bracelet, a Tiffany solitaire, or a family heirloom, here's how to get the best price.
Gold prices in 2026: a historic record. Gold has exceeded $2,400/ounce in 2026, approximately €70/gram for 18-karat gold (750/1000). This means that a Cartier Love bracelet in yellow gold (approximately 35g of 18k gold) has a "metal" value of ~€2,450 — this is the price floor, to which the brand and design value is added.
Intrinsic value vs brand value. A jewelry piece from a prestigious house (Cartier, Van Cleef, Tiffany, Bulgari) is always worth more than its value in metal and stones. The Cartier Love bracelet is worth €2,450 in melted gold, but resells for €5,000 to €7,000 thanks to the brand. The "brand premium" represents 50 to 200% of the intrinsic value for the most sought-after houses. Jewelry without a brand resells closer to its metal/stone value.
Diamonds: the importance of GIA/HRD certification. A diamond with GIA (Gemological Institute of America) or HRD certification resells for 30 to 50% more than a diamond without certification. The certificate details the 4Cs: Carat (weight), Color, Clarity, Cut. For a solitaire, the certificate can make the difference between €3,000 and €6,000 in resale price.
How your jewelry is valued. Our gemologists evaluate each piece based on: the gold weight (precise weighing + alloy testing), the quality of the stones (cut, clarity, color — ideally with certification), the brand and model (brand premium), the general condition (no visible repairs, functional clasps), and the presence of the original box and certificate.
The pieces that sell best. Cartier Love and Juste un Clou bracelets (the most traded jewelry in the world). Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklaces (mother-of-pearl, onyx, malachite). Solitaire rings with diamond +0.5ct and GIA certificate. Messika Move bracelets. Cartier Santos and Tank watches. Signed vintage jewelry (70s-80s) is gaining in value.
Mistakes to avoid. Never melt down branded jewelry — its resale value is always higher than its melted gold value. Don't have a diamond recut without expert advice. Don't clean your jewelry with abrasive products. Always keep the box, certificate, and receipt — they add 10 to 20% value.
Selling your jewelry on Hautane. Our gemological appraisal is free and performed by certified experts. You receive an offer within 4 hours. Immediate purchase with payment within 48 hours or consignment at 85% for high-value pieces. Shipping is secure and 100% insured.
The price depends on the gold weight (daily rate x weight x purity), stone quality, brand, and condition. Branded jewelry is always worth more than its metal value. At Hautane, gemological appraisal is free.
It's not mandatory, but a GIA or HRD certificate increases the value by 30 to 50%. If you have the certificate, keep it safe. Without a certificate, our gemologists evaluate the diamond visually.
When gold prices are high — like in 2026 where they're reaching historic records. Demand for branded jewelry is constant year-round, with peaks before Valentine's Day and the holidays.