Silver Jewelry Buyers in Towson, MD
Silver jewelry arrives in all kinds of ways. A drawer full of pieces from a parent’s estate. A coin collection that’s been sitting in a closet for years. A Georg Jensen bracelet you’ve always known was worth something, but never knew where to take. If you’re looking to sell sterling silver jewelry, coins, or a full estate collection of silver, Mayflower Estate Buyers offers a straightforward path: a private appointment at our Towson office, an honest look at what you have, and a same-day offer with no obligation to accept.
Types of Silver We Buy
We purchase sterling silver jewelry and silver collectibles across a wide range of categories.
Silver Jewelry
This is the most common thing we purchase: rings, bracelets, necklaces, brooches, and earrings in sterling and in all conditions.
Designer Silver Jewelry
This is an area where the maker’s identity matters as much as the metal. A piece by Georg Jensen, David Yurman, Tiffany and Co., or a Taxco artisan carries collector value that a weight calculation alone won’t reflect. Signatures, hallmarks, and construction details are what confirm attribution, and we know what to look for.
Antique Silver Jewelry
Antique and vintage silver jewelry receives the most detailed consideration. Victorian, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Mid-Century pieces each have their own collector markets and their own markers of authenticity. Period-appropriate construction, maker’s marks, and design language all factor into what we offer.
Collectible Silver
Collectible silver, including medallions, commemorative pieces, limited-edition sets, and silver with numismatic value, is also something we purchase regularly. If you’re clearing a full estate collection that spans multiple categories, we work with collections of any size in a single appointment.
We do not purchase silver-plated items. Silver-plated pieces have a base metal core with a thin silver coating, which means a different value calculation entirely. If you’re unsure whether what you have is sterling or plated, bring it in. We’ll identify it at the appointment.
How the Appointment Works
All appointments are held at our private office in Towson, Maryland. There is no retail counter, no other customers waiting, and nothing about the setting that makes this feel like a transaction you need to rush.
Schedule Your Silver Buying Appointment
You schedule a time by calling us or using the form below. When you arrive, bring your silver and a valid government-issued photo ID. Maryland law requires a photo ID for all silver and jewelry purchase transactions. We examine each piece, tell you what we’re looking at and how we’re arriving at our assessment, and give you a clear offer before you leave.
Receive Your Offer
If you accept, we handle all required state documentation on-site. Maryland requires a holding period for purchased items, and we complete all of that paperwork with you during the appointment. If you want to take time to think, compare options, or decide it’s not the right moment, there’s no pressure. The appointment and evaluation are free regardless of what you decide.
Understanding Silver Values
The spot price of silver is the starting point for any evaluation, but it’s rarely the whole picture.
For silver jewelry, factors like maker’s marks, designer attribution, period, and condition all affect value beyond metal content. A signed Georg Jensen bracelet or a piece of Art Deco silver carries collector value that a melt calculation alone won’t reflect. We look at both.
For collectable silver, value is driven by silver content, weight, and for numismatic pieces, rarity and collector demand. Common silver rounds and bars trade close to spot price. Key dates, rare marks, and limited-edition collectibles may be worth more. We evaluate each piece individually.
Sterling silver is 92.5% silver by weight, stamped 925 or “Sterling.” If you’re unsure what you have, bring it in.
Why People Choose Mayflower
Most people selling silver have never done it before. They’re often clearing an estate, parting with inherited pieces, or selling a collection they’ve held onto for years without knowing its full value. What matters to them isn’t only the offer. It’s knowing the process is fair and the setting is professional.
Private Office
Our Towson office is a private, professional setting, not a pawn shop, not a retail counter, and not a pop-up buying event. Your appointment gets our full attention. We explain what we’re looking at and how we arrived at the offer. You’ll understand the number before you decide.
Consignment Options
If a direct sale isn’t the right fit for a particular piece, consignment through our network of independent jewelry retailers across multiple states is an option. A longer timeline, but often a better return for pieces with strong collector appeal. We’ll tell you honestly which path makes more sense for what you have. You can learn more on our consignment page.
A Note on Appraisals
If you’d like a written appraisal of your silver rather than a selling appointment, that’s a separate service. Our appraisal team handles insurance, estate, and personal property appraisals through a process that’s kept entirely separate from buying. A USPAP-compliant appraisal produces a written document establishing value for insurance coverage, estate settlement, or legal purposes. You can learn more on our appraisal services page.
Ready to sell your silver jewelry?
Our Towson, MD office serves sellers throughout Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Harford County, Howard County, and surrounding Maryland communities. To schedule a private appointment, email hello@mayflowerestatebuyers.com, call us at (410) 236-7088, or fill out the form below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sterling silver is 92.5% silver by weight and is stamped 925 or “Sterling.” Silver-plated items have a base metal core with a thin silver coating. We purchase sterling silver, coins, and bullion. We do not purchase silver-plated items. If you’re unsure which you have, bring it in and we’ll identify it at the appointment at no cost.
For jewelry, we look at metal content and weight as a baseline, then evaluate maker attribution, period, condition, and any collector market premium above melt. For coins, we assess silver content, weight, and for numismatic pieces, rarity and collector demand. Common rounds and bars trade close to spot. Rare dates and limited editions can trade significantly above it. We explain how we arrived at the offer before you decide.
Yes. All silver evaluations are by private appointment at our Towson office. We are not always available for walk-ins. Call us or use the form above to schedule.
In most cases, yes. We regularly work with estate collections that include jewelry, coins, flatware, and multiple categories of silver in a single appointment. If you have a particularly large collection, let us know when you schedule so we can allocate enough time.
Bring the silver you’d like evaluated and a valid government-issued photo ID, which Maryland law requires for all purchase transactions.
The appointment and evaluation are free. The offer stands without any obligation. You’re welcome to take time, compare options, or decide it’s not the right moment.
We Buy More than Silver
Looking to sell other precious metals or jewelry? We also purchase:
Platinum Jewelry
From rings to necklaces, we buy all types of platinum jewelry at fair market prices.
Gold Jewelry
Whether it’s contemporary gold jewelry or antique pieces, we assess your gold with care and precision.
Diamond & Diamond Jewelry
Our certified gemologists offer precise evaluations for diamond rings, earrings, and loose diamonds to ensure you get the best value.
Gemstone Jewelry
We provide expert evaluations for gemstone jewelry, including necklaces, rings, and earrings, based on the quality and value of each stone.
Designer & Luxury Jewelry
Own pieces from brands like Cartier, Tiffany & Co., or Van Cleef & Arpels? We recognize their worth and offer competitive payouts.
Broken or Damaged Pieces
Even if your jewelry is no longer intact, we can still evaluate its value based on materials and craftsmanship.