Diamond and precious stones merchant in the center of Paris
Expertise in antique and vintage jewelry Paris
As a certified diamond and precious stones expert, we appraise your brilliants, precious stones or jewelry for free.
We offer a personal and trustworthy environment. Here we guarantee you a professional service with the possibility of sale and immediate payment.
No commissions and no extra hidden charges. Don’t sell without contacting us first.
Expertise in antique and vintage jewelry Paris
Every piece of jewelry carries a unique story and history. It can be passed down through generations, serve as a symbol of love, or convey someone’s importance. In essence, jewelry possesses significant emotional value.
We came to this realization as we interacted with people of all ages and backgrounds who wished to sell their old jewelry but lacked knowledge of its worth. As a family business with over 70 years of experience in the diamond and precious stone industry in Antwerp, we aim to educate individuals about both the sentimental and economic value of their old jewelry.
Our passion lies in breathing new life into these pieces and creating a fresh narrative for them. This is made possible through our generational expertise and diverse global clientele who share our love for the exquisite world of ancient and contemporary jewelry.
Repurchase of antique and vintage jewelry
Free estimation within an hour for your antique and vintage jewelry
We offer a rapid evaluation service for both antique and modern jewelry. You can easily send us a few photos of your piece, along with any relevant certificates, and we will quickly provide you with an initial estimate within a few hours. We will then schedule an appointment with you at our Paris office for an in-person evaluation, where we will give you a final and precise estimate. Should you decide to sell, we will happily make an offer to purchase your jewelry.
Drop by for a tailored valuation
Immediate payment after agreement without additional fees or commissions
Our antique and vintage jewelry in Paris
At the heart of our business is the purchase of antique jewelry in Paris. We have been actively involved in the Parisian market for many years, buying antique and vintage jewelry from both auction houses and individuals like you, in order to ensure that the pieces receive a fair appraisal. Our love for old cut diamonds and precious colored stones drives us to search tirelessly for them, and we take pride in our portfolio of antique jewelry from top brands such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, O.J. Perrin, Mauboussin, and more.
The frequency of our jewelry purchases in Paris depends on various factors, including upcoming auctions and private sales, as well as our ability to accurately evaluate each piece. With our expertise, we can provide you with an honest and precise estimate for your antique jewelry, ensuring that you receive the fair value that you deserve.
Expert in antique and vintage jewelry
About Elysée Expertise
As a family business based in the diamond capital of Europe, Antwerp, we aim to share our expertise with those who share our love and passion for modern and antique jewelry.
Paris, renowned for its world-class jewelry brands such as Cartier, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Chaumet, was the perfect place to bring our expertise to. Élysée Expertise was born from this idea.
We take pride in providing superior expertise to our clients in Paris, utilizing our 70+ years of experience in the diamond and precious stone industry and we combine this with generational knowledge obtained via trainings and certificates in cut diamonds and colored stones from recognized institutes like IGI, HRD, and SSEF. Our team of passionate professionals is dedicated to providing accurate and fair evaluations of the value of your jewelry, along with high-quality service to ensure your complete satisfaction.
Sell your antique jewelry
How do we determine the price of your jewel?
When evaluating your antique or modern jewelry, we consider several factors. We start by identifying the type of stone in your jewelry, differentiating between diamonds and imitations, and determining whether there are precious stones (emeralds, sapphires or rubies) or semi-precious stones (tourmaline, spinel, garnet, etc.) present. If the jewelry contains diamonds or precious stones we can provide an additional evaluation to determine its exact value.
To value a diamond or precious stone, we use the 4 Cs:
“Cut grade” of the diamond
The cut of your diamond determines its final value. Cut shapes include the most valuable, round brilliant, and fancy shapes such as pear, emerald cut, oval, marquise, princess, etc. This also takes into account polish and symmetry.
Color
The color is also taken into account. These differences in color are difficult to distinguish with the naked eye, but largely determine the value of your diamond. The most valuable color is completely transparent, without any trace of yellow.
Clarity
To determine the purity of a diamond, a 10x magnification magnifying glass is used. This involves examining the impurities inside the diamond, where there may be a presence of crystals or feathers, for example. The purer the diamond, the higher its quality and value. The degree of purity of the diamond depends, among other things, on the size, color and location of the impurity.
Carat
This is the weight of the diamond. This weight comes from the seed of a carob tree, which weighs 0.2 grams and was used in the past as a counterweight on the scales to weigh gems. A carat is therefore equivalent to 0.2 grams or 100 points and is always expressed as a decimal number with 2 decimal places (e.g. 1.50 ct or 150 points).
Selling your antique and modern jewelry in Paris
Which jewelry sparks our interest?
We are interested in purchasing all types of jewelry, including earrings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches, and more. Whether it’s modern or antique, we are open to buying it, with a preference for signed jewelry from renowned brands such as Boucheron, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels. Our area of expertise lies in jewelry containing diamonds or precious stones, so that’s what we’re particularly interested in.
When evaluating your jewelry, we take into account its history, demand among our clientele, and overall beauty to determine if it aligns with our interests. If you’re unsure about the type of jewelry you have, don’t hesitate to reach out to us, as we can always refer you to an appropriate buyer.
Our experts are ready
Get a free estimate whithin the hour!
We can make you an estimate based on a few images. This way you have a quick idea of the value of your jewelry piece. We then make you an appointment in our office for a final estimate.
Drop by for a tailored valuation
Immediate payment after agreement without additional fees or commissions
How does our service work?
We offer a streamlined 3-step process for evaluating and purchasing your antique or modern jewelry:
- First, you can choose to send us some photos or a video of your jewelry via WhatsApp for a quick initial evaluation, which we will provide within a few hours or you can choose to make an immediate appointment.
- To obtain a definitive and accurate estimate, we invite you to our office for a physical evaluation. We will also assess whether the jewelry matches our interest and offer you a fair and competitive price.
- If we come to an agreement, we offer you direct payment with no commissions or hidden fees, ensuring a hassle-free transaction.
Elysée Expertise
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Contact
+33 607 89 27 21
info@elysee-expertise.fr
Rue la Fayette 56, 4eme étage
9me arrondissement de Paris