Let’s have a conversation about the price of convenience and how expensive it can be over the long term. Many times we encounter refining prospects who like the convenience and the quick turnaround from a cash buyer. Cash buyers are just around the corner from the store or stop by once a month, usually someone… Read More »
Category: Best Practices for Precious Metals Scrap
Losing a bucket of gold on West 48th
Lately we have been hearing a lot about thefts in the jewelry industry, but never from an armored truck. This story is unreal and reinforces the need to make sure your precious metals shipment is insured while in transit.
JSA says off premises attacks spiked in October
The number of attacks on traveling jewelry salespeople and retailers away from their stores spiked last month, prompting the Jewelers’ Security Alliance to issue a special alert and advisory. The full story…
5 Questions you should be asking your precious metals refiner
Over the years we have come across many who are unsure exactly what a refiner does and the differences between refiners. We won’t complicate it …here are 5 questions that will quickly narrow down your choices and ensure you are getting the most for your money.
More Best Practices for Precious Metals-Don’t Leave Money on the Bench
More Best Practices for Precious Metals-Don’t Leave Money on the Bench Continuing with our list of areas to look at to maximize your precious metals return – particularly for bench jewelers. Here are a few more to bring to your attention: When to send scrap Best shipping practices Understanding your return When to Send Scrap… Read More »
Jewelers – Don’t Leave Money on the Bench
Gold is more than something that glistens. Proper precious metals refining protocol can often lead to an increase in your bottom line. Best practices for retail jewelers, particularly those who have bench jewelers on site, are always important. Over the years, we have encountered many customers losing efficiencies and not maximizing their profits with regards… Read More »