Native American Sterling Silver Jewelry Buyer in Chicago
There are thousands of signed Native American sterling pieces, and many are worth more than their weight in silver. Pieces with fine turquoise, coral, or other stones, and pieces by known Navajo, Zuni, or Hopi silversmiths, can carry a real premium.
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The best way to reach Mike is by text at (773) 490-9828. Send pictures and details about your items for an instant, no-obligation quote.
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What Helps Us Price Your Piece
Send photos of the front, the back, and any artist's hallmark or initials. A squash blossom necklace, a concho belt, or a cuff with a clear signature is easy for us to value quickly. Unsigned pieces are still welcome and are priced by weight and stone quality.
What We Buy
We buy rings, earrings, bracelets, chains, necklaces, pendants, ring jackets, class rings, wedding bands, earring jackets, empty mountings, baby jewelry, watch cases, watch bracelets, ankle bracelets, service pins, cufflinks, tie bars, tie tacks, watch chains, dinnerware, tea services, and anything else that is solid sterling silver.
On the coin side, we buy U.S. dimes, quarters, and half dollars dated 1964 and earlier, Peace and Morgan dollars, American Silver Eagles, Canadian Silver Maple Leafs, and 1, 5, 10, and 100 oz bars from any refiner, as long as the bar is stamped .999.
What We Pay
Cook County Buyers pays on a sliding scale based on the type and resale potential of the silver:
- Sterling flatware: minimum 65% of melt/spot value (reflecting refining costs).
- Coins and bars (.999 or recognized pure silver): up to 90% of market value.
- Designer silver jewelry or vintage Navajo jewelry: can be substantially higher, often well above 100% of melt value, priced on current resale/collector demand rather than metal content alone.
Rates are item-specific, can increase with larger quantities or higher-demand pieces, and are confirmed after in-person testing and weighing. Text photos and details to Mike at (773) 490-9828 for an estimate. Learn more in What Is My Silver Worth?
How we meet
Mike is available to meet days, evenings, and weekends. Please call (773) 490-9828 to schedule.
Cook County Buyers has a private office in Northbrook, IL, available by appointment only. Call, text, or send a description of your items through the quote form, and Mike will arrange a time to meet at the office. Or, if you prefer, Mike can meet you at a coffee shop or restaurant near you in Chicago or the suburbs.
Ready for a fair, no-pressure quote?
Text photos to (773) 490-9828 or contact Cook County Buyers.