Buy Sterling Silver from United Coins & Precious Metals

We use the current market price of sterling silver to determine our buying price. We also factor in the weight and purity of the silver. Purity: Sterling silver is an alloy made up of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper. Make sure you look for the “925” hallmark, which indicates that your item is made of sterling silver.

When buying sterling silver, we want to ensure that we’re buying an authentic sterling silver piece. We may test your sterling silver items to ensure they are genuine sterling silver, and will discuss those methods with you before doing any testing. We check for hallmarks and quality marks that indicate that the item is made of genuine sterling silver. If you have a certificate of authenticity to verify the quality of the silver, that’s a plus as well.

Condition of the sterling silver is important when determining buying price. Sterling silver tarnishes over time due to exposure to air, moisture, and other environmental factors, and this can affect price.

Sterling silver is a popular choice for tea services and silverware because it can be shaped into a variety of designs. Be aware that design and style can affect price.

United Coin & Precious Metals appraises everything we buy or sell in accordance with the highest standards and transparency. When you sell us your sterling silver, we appraise it in front of you. Each piece is weighed, measured, and described in detail.