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We are Experts in Antique Emeralds

Are you ready to sell your antique emerald or fine jewelry? Contact C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla and tell us about your item. There are 3 ways to get in touch with us.

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C. Blackburn Jewelers of La Jolla is the highest paying buyer of antique cut emeralds in San Diego. The reason that we pay more for French Cut, Old Mine Cut, Rose Cut, and other antique cut emeralds is that our owner Carl Blackburn uses these emeralds in his vintage-inspired fine jewelry designs.

 

He also has a network of other estate jewelers and designers who always are in need of antique emeralds, as well as vintage and antique emerald jewelry, including emerald rings, earrings, brooches, and necklaces.

 

Although San Diego has many “jewelry buyers,” there are only a few jewelers who are experts in antique emeralds and willing to pay you the amount you deserve. Carl Blackburn is a 2nd generation California jeweler who has been dealing in rare and valuable emeralds for over 20 years. He promises you a relaxed and enriching experience when selling your item.

 

Selling is Quick & Easy

 

1. Give us a call at 858-251-3006 or send photos of your emeralds or jewelry with a text message at 619-723-8589.

 

Carl will answer all of the questions you have and arrange a convenient time for you to bring your item(s) to our La Jolla jewelry store.

 

2. Carl will examine your item(s), and share with you all he knows about your emerald jewelry. He’ll then provide you with a cash quote for each piece.

 

3. You can accept the cash offer and be paid immediately, or decline the offer with no questions asked. There is no pressure to sell your item(s) to us.

 

How Antique Emeralds Are Appraised

Assessing the Value of Emeralds

Appraising the value of antique emeralds is done much in the same way as modern emeralds. At C. Blackburn Jewelers we will analyze the quality and rarity of the gemstone’s 4 Cs: Color, Clarity, Cut, and Carat weight. In addition, we’ll assess any extra value that may be attributed to the emerald mine in which the stone was sourced (if identified in a lab report).

 

Here is a quick overview of an emerald’s 4 Cs:

 

Emerald Color: The most important factor in determining an emerald’s value is its color. The most valuable emeralds have a deep, rich green color with a hint of blue.

 

Emerald Clarity: Emeralds typically have a lot of inclusions (internal imperfections) due to the way they are formed. However, the fewer inclusions an emerald has, the more valuable it is. A clear emerald with no visible inclusions is extremely rare and valuable.

 

Emerald Cut: The cut of an emerald can greatly affect its value. A well-cut emerald will have good symmetry, proportions, and facets that reflect light well. A poorly cut emerald will look dull and lifeless.

 

Emerald Carat Weight: The weight of an emerald is measured in carats, and larger stones are generally more valuable than smaller ones.

 

Other factors that can affect the value of your emerald include: color saturation (windows/zoning), treatments (such as heat, oil, or clarity enhancement), damage to stone (chips, cracks, abrasions), origin of mine (for example, Colombia), lab report (GIA or IGI), and branding (such as Tiffany emerald earrings).

 

Get started now. Find out how much your emerald or fine jewelry set with emeralds is worth. Call 858-251-3006 to schedule an appointment or click on the button below to tell us about your item.

 

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