We Buy Gold,
Silver, Diamonds & More
Fair
Market value, transparently offered
Private
In-Person appointments, Always Discreet
Comfortable
No Pressure, No obligation − ever
We Buy More Than Gold
Simple, Comfortable, and Transparent
Selling your jewelry should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend — not a transaction at a counter.
Schedule Your Visit
Give us a call or stop by during business hours. We'll set aside private, unhurried time with one of our expert jewelers — no waiting in line, no rushing. Appointments are especially recommended for larger collections and estate jewelry.
Bring Your Items
Our GIA-certified team examines each piece thoroughly — testing precious metals, evaluating stones, and researching market value right in front of you. No black boxes.
Walk Out Paid
If you accept our offer, you're paid by check — same visit. No waiting. No paperwork delays. And if you decline, you leave with your pieces and our full respect.
Not a Pawn Shop. A Trusted Neighbor for 50 Years.
There’s a meaningful difference between selling to a stranger and selling to someone who has served your community since 1973. We bring expertise, fairness, and genuine care to every evaluation.
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GIA-Certified Expertise
Our appraisers are credentialed gemologists who know the true market value of your pieces.
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Transparent Pricing
We explain how we arrive at every offer. You'll understand exactly what you're receiving and why.
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Completely Discreet
Private appointments in a welcoming environment. Your business stays your business.
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Zero Pressure, Zero Obligation
Our offer stands on its own. You're never pressured to sell — walk away with a handshake if it's not right.
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Local, Community-Rooted
We've served Evanston and the North Shore since 1973. Our reputation is built on every interaction.
Trusted by Evanston Families
I brought in my late mother's jewelry collection — pieces I wasn't sure what to do with. The staff was incredibly kind and explained everything thoroughly. I felt completely at ease and received a fair, honest offer.
I was nervous about selling my grandmother's gold — worried I'd be taken advantage of. Cottage Jewelry was the complete opposite. They explained every step, showed me their testing process, and I walked out feeling great about what I received.
Absolutely wonderful experience every time. You can literally talk to anyone in the store and they will do whatever they can to help you. I've bought and sold here — it always feels like family.
Everything You Want to Know
We purchase gold jewelry (all karats from 8K–24K), sterling silver, platinum, loose diamonds and diamond jewelry, estate and luxury watches, coins and bullion, antique jewelry, and broken or damaged precious metal pieces.
If you're unsure whether we'll be interested in a particular item, give us a call — we're happy to talk it through before you make the trip in.
Our GIA-certified gemologists test precious metals to verify karat and purity, weigh each piece, and evaluate stones for quality and market value. We reference current live spot prices for gold, silver, and platinum.
We do this openly, in front of you, so you can see and understand exactly how we reach our offer. No black boxes, no mystery.
Walk-ins are always welcome during our regular business hours. However, for larger collections or estate pieces, we recommend scheduling an appointment so we can set aside dedicated, unhurried time just for you.
Call us at (847) 328-1420 to arrange a time — it only takes a minute and ensures the best possible experience.
For a single piece or a small collection, most evaluations take 20–30 minutes. Larger estate collections may take a bit longer. Either way, you'll receive your offer the same day — and if you accept, you're paid right then and there.
There is absolutely no obligation to sell. If you decline our offer, you leave with your pieces and we part ways as friends. We'd rather earn your trust than make a sale that doesn't feel right to you.
We also understand that sentimental value and market value are different things — and we'll never rush you into a decision.
Completely. We conduct all evaluations privately, in-store, and we never share your personal information or transaction details. Selling jewelry is a personal matter and we treat it that way.
Yes — condition has very little bearing on the value of precious metals. A broken gold chain, a bent ring, or a piece missing its stone still carries its full metal value. Bring it in regardless of condition.
We pay by check, same day. For transactions above a certain threshold, we may also offer wire transfer or certified check. You'll know the amount before you agree and you'll receive payment before you leave.
A valid driver's license, and the pieces you'd like to sell. We test and weigh everything in front of you, and you're paid by check the same visit.
Ready to Schedule Your Visit?
Call us today to arrange a private appointment. Our team is ready to give your pieces the careful, expert evaluation they deserve.
