Toronto's Trusted Sterling Silverware Dealer

Genuine sterling silver is stamped ".925", "Sterling", or carries a lion passant hallmark on British pieces. North American makers like Gorham and Reed & Barton typically mark pieces "Sterling" on the back of handles or undersides. Silver-plated pieces are marked "EPNS", "Silver Plate", "A1", or show no mark at all. Our sterling silverware dealer Toronto team examines every piece with a loupe and XRF testing equipment to confirm silver content before any offer is made. You receive a clear breakdown of what is sterling versus plated.

Silver hallmark appraisal Toronto at GoldAgo includes four steps: visual hallmark examination under magnification, XRF non-destructive metal analysis to confirm .925 silver content, weight measurement on certified scales, and market pricing based on live silver spot rates plus any collector premiums for maker, pattern, age, or completeness. For estate and insurance purposes, we can provide written appraisals with item descriptions, weights, and valuations. Written appraisals are available for a nominal fee for non-sale assessments.

Yes. Complete sterling flatware services from major makers like Gorham, Tiffany, Reed & Barton, and Wallace command premiums of 5-20% above spot value because collector and dealer demand is higher for sets that can be resold complete. A 72-piece Gorham Strasbourg service in excellent condition is worth measurably more per gram than individual orphaned pieces. Our sell sterling silverware Toronto pricing reflects this market reality with transparent calculations showing exactly how any premium is calculated.

Yes, GoldAgo buys monogrammed and damaged sterling silver at adjusted pricing. Monograms reduce resale value but the metal content remains unchanged, so our offers reflect actual silver weight rather than zero. Bent, dented, or repaired pieces receive weight-based pricing with condition adjustments of 15-30% below pristine. Sterling silver hollowware with dents or splits is still valuable for its silver content and we make fair offers regardless of condition. Bring us any sterling silver and we will make an honest assessment.

Sterling silver hollowware such as tea pots, trays, and serving bowls requires more nuanced valuation than flatware. Many hollowware pieces have loaded or weighted bases (filled with plaster or cement for stability) that do not contain silver. Hollow-handled knives have steel or stainless blades. Our sterling silverware dealer Toronto assessors identify these construction features accurately so the silver weight calculation reflects only true precious metal content. You get an honest price based on what is actually silver, not the full item weight.

GoldAgo offers cash, certified cheque, and e-transfer for all sell sterling silverware Toronto transactions. Collections under $10,000 are typically settled immediately upon offer acceptance. Larger estate lots may require 24-48 hours for certified cheque processing. E-transfer is available for amounts up to $25,000 per transaction. For very large collections, bank wire transfer can be arranged. We never ask you to wait more than two business days for payment on any agreed purchase.

Yes. For estate situations and very large collections that are difficult to transport, our sterling silverware dealer Toronto team visits your location anywhere in the Greater Toronto Area including Mississauga, North York, Scarborough, Markham, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan. House calls are scheduled within 48-72 hours for qualifying collections. We bring all testing equipment and can complete the full assessment and offer on-site. Contact us with a brief description of your collection to arrange a home visit.