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Sell your jewellery

Selling Your Jewellery

Walter Bull & Son are based in the beautiful market town of Cirencester and if you're thinking about selling your jewellery it's a lovely town to visit. We buy all types of jewellery from modern to antique including, gold, platinum and silver as our collection is always evolving we are always interested to see new pieces.


Why Sell Your Jewellery to Walter Bull & Son?

Selling jewellery can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to go or how it works. Walter Bull & Son has been helping people sell their jewellery for over 140 years, so you can trust us to give you an honest valuation and a great experience with no obligation to sell.

We’re known for offering fair prices for second-hand and antique jewellery with no waiting around. Unlike an auction where you may wait months for your item to be auctioned we offer you a fair price for the purchase and pay you instantly. There are no hidden or unknown auction fees and our team include qualified gemmologists who know exactly what your jewellery is worth. Our longstanding reputation as a part of Cirencester high street means we are trusted in our community and will be honest with you. 


Why Not Sell At An Auction?

You might think auctions are the best way to get a high price for your jewellery, but they often aren’t:

  • High Fees Eat Into Your Profit: Auction houses charge buyers up to 30% in fees, which means they bid lower. Plus, you’ll face seller fees, insurance, and listing costs.

  • It Takes a long time: You could be waiting months before your jewellery is sold and even longer before you’re paid.

  • No Guarantees: If your jewellery doesn’t meet its reserve price, you’re still stuck with fees and might have to re-list it.

Selling directly to Walter Bull & Son avoids this.  Most of the time we will give you an upfront offer and your money the same day, you are however under no obligation to sell to us. Often, sellers go away and think about it before coming back to us.


What Do We Buy?

Walter Bull & Son buy almost any jewellery, gold, and precious household items such a silver candelabras, flatware etc. 

  • Gold and Platinum Jewellery: From chains and bracelets to engagement rings and pendants in any condition.

  • Diamonds and Gemstones: We are always on the look out for the best gemstones of all kinds such as diamonds, rubies, emeralds and more. We source stones for customer's bespoke pieces and often find the perfect piece when we are buying second hand jewellery.

  • Antique and Vintage Pieces: We love jewellery from the Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco eras.

  • Second hand pieces: We also buy more modern jewellery, however we do not buy lab grown diamonds.

  • Loose Stones and Scrap Gold: Even if it’s not part of a piece, we’re happy to take a look.

If you’re unsure whether your item is something we’d buy, just pop in and ask, there is no need to make an appointment. We’re always happy to help.


How to Get the Best Price for Your Jewellery

Do Your Research: Don’t just Google “sell jewellery near me” and pick the first place that comes up. 

Bring Any Documentation: If you’ve got receipts, certificates, or any paperwork that came with your jewellery, bring it along. It can help us give you a more accurate valuation.

Come and See Us: There’s no need to book an appointment—just pop into our shop. We’ll have a chat, take a look at your jewellery, and give you a free, no-obligation valuation.


Sell Discreetly

We know selling jewellery can feel overwhelming, whether it’s something you’ve inherited, a gift, or just a piece you no longer wear. At Walter Bull & Son, we make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our team is friendly, approachable, and happy to answer any questions you’ve got and we are discreet.


On-Site Workshop: Unlocking the Full Value of Your Jewellery

Here’s something that sets us apart: we have a workshop right on-site. This means we can restore and enhance the jewellery we buy, which helps us offer you the best possible price. Whether it’s for our own collection or for one of our buyers, we always aim to give you the best price we can for your piece.


Ready to Sell? Visit Us in Cirencester 

If you’re thinking of selling we are open Monday-Saturday 9-5pm in the heart of our lovely market town. There’s no appointment needed and no pressure to sell. Visit us

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