Free gold appraisal app
Found gold jewelry, a gold watch, or a piece marked 10k, 14k, 18k, 22k, or 750? Start with photos. A free screen can tell you what evidence matters before you pay for a professional appraisal.
Found gold and want to know if it matters?
Upload photos. We identify the object, check real sales, and show the right appraisal path.
Use the free screenerThe quick answer
A free gold appraisal app is useful for triage, not a final value. It can help identify whether your item appears to be gold, gold filled, plated, mixed material, designer jewelry, a watch, or a piece that needs gem or hallmark review.
Gold value starts with metal content and weight, but resale value can change if the item is signed, antique, designer-made, gemstone-set, complete, or in strong condition.
Gold screening checklist
- Karat mark: look for 10k, 14k, 18k, 22k, 375, 585, 750, 916, or country-specific marks.
- Maker mark: photograph initials, logos, brand stamps, watch case marks, and assay marks.
- Weight: weigh safely if possible, but note stones, pearls, watch movements, and filled parts.
- Construction: solid gold, gold filled, rolled gold, plated, vermeil, or mixed metal are different.
- Condition: dents, broken clasps, missing stones, worn prongs, repairs, polishing, and inscriptions matter.
- Context: boxes, receipts, certificates, service papers, and family notes can help.
Recent auction evidence from Appraisily's database
These records are market examples, not final appraisals for your gold. They show why maker, karat, weight, stones, movement, and condition can change the result.
| Photo | Category | Sale | Date | Lot | Realized | What it shows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold jewelry | Hess Fine Art | Feb. 22, 2025 | Signed M. Buccellati 18k Gold Fine Textured Flower Ladies Large Brooch Pin, 22g | USD 2,300 | Designer signature, karat, weight, and workmanship can separate resale value from melt value. |
 | Gold and pearl jewelry | Auctions at Showplace | Feb. 20, 2025 | Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co. 18K Pearl Necklace | USD 850 | Brand, designer line, pearls, and condition can affect demand beyond material value. |
 | Gold watch | Eldred's | Jan. 30, 2026 | Elgin 18kt Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch with Enameled Decoration | USD 2,900 | Case metal, maker, movement, decoration, and condition need to be read together. |
What the free screen can and cannot do
It can help route your item and flag missing photos. It cannot guarantee gold content, stone identity, melt value, authentication, or insurance value from photos alone. Acid tests, XRF testing, gemstone review, and physical inspection may be needed for high-stakes decisions.
When to use a professional appraisal
Use professional appraisal for designer gold jewelry, diamonds, watches, estate groups, insurance, sale, donation, inheritance, or confusing marks. For formal needs, see qualified appraisals.
Photo checklist
- Whole item from front, back, side, clasp, and underside.
- Close-ups of karat marks, maker marks, assay marks, serial numbers, and inscriptions.
- Stone close-ups, pearl close-ups, watch movement/case marks where accessible, and clasp details.
- Condition photos: dents, broken links, missing stones, worn prongs, repairs, polishing, and scratches.
- Weight, measurements, boxes, receipts, certificates, and old appraisals.
Related guides
Continue with jewelry and watch value guides, value of old jewelry, value of old gold jewelry, 14k vs 18k gold jewelry value, free jewelry appraisal app, free watch appraisal app, and how to identify gold hallmarks.
FAQ
Is 14k gold worth less than 18k gold?
By metal content, yes, but resale value also depends on maker, design, stones, condition, and demand.
Can gold plated jewelry be valuable?
Sometimes for designer or collectible reasons, but it should not be treated like solid gold.
Should I clean gold before appraisal?
Light dusting is fine. Avoid polishing, stone cleaning, or repair before photos.
Can Appraisily test gold from photos?
No. Photos can support mark and object review, but physical metal testing may be needed for certainty.
Found an old item and want to know if it matters?
Upload photos. We identify the object, check real sales, and show the right appraisal path.
Start with the free screenerStart a professional appraisal