Sterling & silverware
Sterling flatware, serving pieces, tea sets, bowls and hollowware, plus other silver items and scrap.
Vermont precious metals buyer & seller
Straight answers for gold, silver and everything in between.
We buy and sell sterling silver, gold, coins, bullion and jewelry. Every quote follows the same published formula: live spot, purity and weight, less a margin we tell you up front. Mail it in or deal with us locally in Vermont.
- Quotes tied to live spot
- Margin disclosed, not hidden
- No pressure to accept
What we buy
Silver
Gold
Coins
Bullion
Jewelry
Selling to you
If it contains precious metal, send us the details.
Whether it’s a single ring from a drawer or a collection built over decades, we’ll look at what it is, what it’s made of and what it weighs.
Gold jewelry & scrap
Rings, chains, bracelets, earrings, dental gold and broken or mismatched pieces in any karat.
Coins & collections
Bullion coins, older silver and gold coins and mixed lots. Tell us what you have; we’ll say how we’d value it.
Bars & rounds
Gold, silver and other bullion bars and rounds, in any size, with or without original packaging.
Estate & unwanted jewelry
Inherited pieces, single earrings, damaged items. We’ll tell you whether your piece is better valued by metal content.
Looking to buy?
We also sell silver, gold, coins and bullion. Tell us what you’re after and we’ll respond with current availability and pricing.
Not sure what you have or whether it’s worth sending? Ask us. A short description and a few photos are often enough for a first read.
How pricing works
One formula. Every term explained.
Precious metals trade on a live market, so we don’t publish a fixed price list. We show you how the number is built so you can check it.
SpotThe live market price of the metal per troy ounce at the time of your quote.
PurityThe share of your item that is the precious metal, such as 92.5% for sterling or 58.5% for 14k gold.
WeightMeasured weight of the item, converted to troy ounces.
MarginOur disclosed margin, the part that covers our costs and business. You’ll see it in your quote.
What this means in practice
- Spot moves during the day, so a quote reflects a specific moment. We’ll tell you in writing how long it holds.
- We don’t guarantee any price, percentage or outcome before we know your item’s metal, purity and weight.
- Final figures can change if testing or weighing differs from the description you gave us.
- Stones, non-metal parts and plating don’t count as precious metal content, so they’re excluded from the weight that matters.
Metal content estimator
See how much pure metal is in your item. This shows content only, not a price or offer.
Enter a weight to see the metal content.
1 troy ounce = 31.1035 grams. Spot price and our margin are applied only in a written quote.
The process
Three steps, no pressure at any of them.
Tell us what you have
Send the request form with a description, rough weights if you know them, and photos if you can. Let us know whether you prefer mail-in or local.
Get a clear quote
We reply with how your items would be valued: spot used, purity, weight and our margin. Questions are welcome, and you’re under no obligation.
Decide and complete
If you’d like to go ahead, we’ll walk you through mail-in steps or arrange a local meeting. Your final figure is confirmed after the items are verified and weighed.
We may need to verify identification before completing a purchase, as is common for precious metals transactions. We’ll tell you what’s needed before you send or bring anything.
Local & mail-in
In Vermont
From anywhere else
Based in Vermont. Two ways to work with us.
Choose whichever is more comfortable. Either way, you get a written quote first and nothing is final until your items have been verified and weighed.
Local meeting
- Open to Vermont sellers and buyers.
- Include your town or area in the form and we’ll reply with options.
- The meeting arrangements are agreed with you in writing before you travel.
Mail-in
- Request a quote first. Please don’t ship anything until we’ve confirmed the steps with you.
- Use a tracked and insured carrier, and keep your receipt and tracking number.
- Photograph your items and list what you’re sending before it leaves your hands.
ID and records. We may ask for identification, such as a government-issued photo ID, and for a record of the transaction before a purchase is completed. We’ll tell you exactly what’s needed up front, before you send or bring anything. If you have receipts, appraisals or estate paperwork for an item, mention it in your request.
Have a question about how a local meeting or mail-in would work for your situation? Email julien@relaycairn.com.
Why sell to us
What you can expect, and what we won’t do.
The math is on the table
Spot, purity, weight and margin. You see each part, so you can compare us with anyone else using the same formula.
No pressure
A quote is information, not a deadline. We won’t push you to decide on the spot or use urgency to close a deal.
No made-up promises
We don’t advertise guaranteed prices or “best in Vermont” claims we can’t prove. You get a real calculation for your actual items.
Mail-in or local
Based in Vermont, we can work remotely from anywhere or arrange a local meeting. You choose what’s comfortable.
Buying and selling
We understand both sides of the counter, so we can explain why a piece is valued as metal or why it may be worth more as a collectible.
A real person replies
Your request goes to a person, not a call center. Write to julien@relaycairn.com if you’d rather email directly.
FAQ
Common questions
Can you tell me what my items are worth right now?
Not without details. Value depends on live spot, purity and weight, and spot changes through the day. Send us what you have and we’ll give a written quote based on those inputs.
What is your margin?
It’s the difference between the metal value and what we pay. It varies by metal and item type, and we’ll state it in your quote so there are no surprises.
Do you guarantee to pay above spot?
No. We don’t make that kind of guarantee. Our process is built on a disclosed formula rather than a slogan, and the final number depends on your specific items.
Where do you operate?
We’re based in Vermont and can arrange local meetings for Vermont sellers and buyers. If you’re elsewhere, we can work by mail-in once you’ve received a quote and confirmed the steps with us.
How does mail-in work?
Request a quote first. If you decide to proceed, we’ll confirm the shipping steps with you before anything leaves your hands. We’d suggest using a tracked and insured carrier either way, and photographing and listing your items before you pack them.
Can I meet locally?
Yes, for Vermont sellers we can arrange a local meeting. Include your town or area in the form and we’ll follow up with options.
What ID or records will I need?
We may ask for identification, such as a government-issued photo ID, and for a record of the transaction before a purchase is completed. We’ll tell you what’s needed before you send or bring anything. Receipts, appraisals or estate paperwork for your items are helpful but not always required.
What if my item has stones or isn’t fully gold or silver?
Only the precious metal portion counts toward metal value. Describe or photograph the piece and mention any stones or markings, and we’ll explain how we’d treat it.
What if the final figure differs from my quote?
Quotes are based on your description. If testing or weighing shows something different, we’ll explain what we found and you can decide what to do. You’re never obliged to accept.
Do you sell as well as buy?
Yes. Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll respond with availability and pricing based on live spot and the specific item.
Request a quote
Tell us what you have, or what you’re looking for.
The more detail you include, the more useful our reply. In the message, tell us:
- Metal and items: gold, silver, coins, bullion, jewelry, and how many pieces.
- Markings and weight: stamps like 925, 14k or .999, and weights if you have them.
- Your location: town and state, and whether you prefer mail-in or local.
- Buying or selling: so we can point you the right way.
- Email: julien@relaycairn.com
- Service area: Vermont locally, mail-in from elsewhere.