Sterling Silver Jewellery
Chains, rings, earrings, bangles, bracelets, anklets and pendants.
Silver Buyers in Colombo
Cash for Silver in Sri Lanka, with professional testing
Sell sterling jewellery, silver coins, trays, ornaments, inherited silverware and selected scrap items. We check the item, consider its silver content and explain the purchase offer before you decide.
- Selected Silver Items
- Purity & Weight Considered
- Clear Purchase Offer
Purity Checked
Fineness matters to silver value
Weight Considered
Non-silver parts identified
Condition Accepted
Tarnished and damaged items considered
Clear Decision
Review the offer before selling
Know What Your Silver Contains
Silver Value Begins with Correct Identification
A bright finish does not prove an item is solid silver, and dark tarnish does not mean genuine silver has lost its value.
Silver appears in jewellery, serving pieces, coins, religious objects, decorative items and investment bullion. These items can look similar even when their composition is very different.
Sterling silver is commonly marked 925, fine silver may be marked 999, and older pieces can carry other fineness marks. Silver plate, meanwhile, contains only a thin layer over another metal.
A clear valuation should consider tested fineness, net silver weight, market conditions and whether an intact item has collector or resale value beyond the metal itself.
Handles, weighted bases, glass liners, stones and other materials can affect the amount of silver in the object. We Buy Gold helps you understand the item and the purchase offer before you decide whether to sell it.
Silver Items We Consider
From Sterling Jewellery to Inherited Silverware
Final acceptance and price depend on physical testing, actual composition, weight, condition and market demand.
Fine Silver Bars & Rounds
Selected 999 silver bullion, bars and investment rounds, subject to verification.
Silver Coins
Selected silver coins, commemorative pieces and older currency with silver content.
Trays, Bowls & Tea Sets
Serving trays, bowls, teapots, sugar bowls and matching service pieces.
Cutlery & Canteens
Forks, spoons, serving pieces and complete or incomplete cutlery sets.
Oil Lamps & Ceremonial Items
Selected silver lamps, pooja items, betel trays and decorative objects.
Antique & Inherited Silver
Older Sri Lankan, Indian, British or European pieces with potential metal or collector value.
Frames & Ornaments
Selected silver photo frames, boxes, figurines and decorative pieces.
Broken & Scrap Silver
Damaged jewellery, workshop offcuts, fragments and mixed silver lots.
Hallmarks are clues, not final proof.
Marks such as 999, 925, 900, 835 or 800 can indicate
fineness, while EPNS, A1 and silver plate usually indicate
a plated object. Testing confirms the actual composition.
Silver Valuation Factors
What Affects the Value of Silver?
A professional assessment separates assumptions from measurable facts and considers when a complete object may be worth more than its metal alone.
Tested Fineness
Fineness describes the proportion of silver in an alloy. Sterling 925, fine silver 999 and lower grades have different silver content.
Net Silver Weight
Weighted bases, steel knife blades, wooden handles, glass liners and other non-silver materials should not be counted as silver.
Market Conditions
Silver prices change with international metal markets and currency movements, so valuation timing can influence the offer.
Solid or Plated
Silver-plated objects contain far less silver than sterling or solid silver items, even when the surfaces look almost identical.
Collector Value
Maker, age, rarity, design, provenance and completeness may make some coins or antique objects worth more intact.
Condition & Completeness
Damage may not reduce metal value, but condition can influence resale or collector value for complete sets and antique pieces.
Simple Silver-Selling Process
How to Sell Silver to We Buy Gold
Start with photographs if you have a large set, unusual hallmarks or an item that may be antique.
Contact or Visit
Send photos of the full item and hallmarks, call our team, or bring the silver to Kohuwala.
Testing & Weighing
The composition and relevant weight are checked, including any non-silver components.
Review the Offer
We explain the assessment factors and provide a purchase offer for you to consider.
Complete the Sale
If you accept, the transaction is confirmed and payment is arranged through an available method.
Silver Marks & Grades
A Practical Silver Fineness Guide
Stamps vary by country, age and manufacturer. Testing remains necessary, particularly for handmade, repaired or unmarked items.
| Common Mark | Typical Meaning | Often Found In | Valuation Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 999 or .999 | Approximately 99.9% fine silver | Bullion bars, rounds and some modern coins | Authenticity, actual fineness, weight and market conditions matter |
| 925 or Sterling | Approximately 92.5% silver | Jewellery, cutlery, trays and decorative objects | Non-silver fittings and weighted parts must be considered |
| 900 | Approximately 90% silver | Selected older coins and objects | Collector value may be relevant for identifiable coins |
| 800 or 835 | Lower-grade solid silver alloy | Some European and antique silverware | Testing confirms whether the stamp matches the object |
| EPNS, A1, Plate | A thin silver layer over base metal | Cutlery, serving pieces and decorative ware | Usually contains very little recoverable silver |
Prepare Your Silver
What to Do Before Requesting a Valuation
Protect both the metal value and any possible collector value by keeping the item as complete and original as possible.
Helpful Preparation
- Group matching items and complete sets together
- Photograph hallmarks, maker's marks and inscriptions
- Keep original boxes, receipts and provenance notes
- Bring all detached or damaged pieces
Avoid These Mistakes
- Do not aggressively polish antique or collectible silver
- Do not remove weighted bases or handles yourself
- Do not assume an unmarked item has no silver
- Do not assume every bright white item is solid silver
Silver Buyers in Colombo
Dutugemunu Street, Kohuwala
Odel Building, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Visit We Buy Gold in Kohuwala
No. 129, 2nd Floor,Dutugemunu Street, Kohuwala
Odel Building, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Cash for Silver FAQs
Questions About Selling Silver in Sri Lanka
Final acceptance and value depend on physical testing, the actual composition and current market demand.
Where can I sell silver for cash in Colombo?
Visit We Buy Gold at No. 129, 2nd Floor, Dutugemunu Street, Kohuwala, in the Odel Building. Call or WhatsApp +94 77 724 6739 to discuss your silver items before visiting.
How is silver valued?
Silver value is influenced by tested fineness, net silver weight, market conditions and whether the piece has collector or resale value beyond its metal content. Non-silver components are considered separately.
Do you buy sterling silver marked 925?
Selected sterling silver jewellery and objects marked 925 can be considered after testing. A hallmark is useful, but physical verification is still required.
Do you buy tarnished, dented or broken silver?
Tarnish, dents and damage do not remove the underlying silver content. Bring the complete item, including detached pieces, for testing and inspection.
Are silver-plated items valuable?
Silver plate usually contains only a thin surface layer and can have little recoverable metal value. Testing helps distinguish plated items from solid silver and sterling silver.
Do you buy silver coins and bars?
Selected silver coins, rounds, bars and bullion can be considered after authenticity, fineness, weight and any collector value are checked.
Should I polish silver before selling it?
No. Polishing is not needed for a metal-content valuation and can reduce the appeal of some antique or collectible pieces. Bring the item in its present condition.
Can I get a silver estimate through WhatsApp?
You can send photographs of the item, hallmark and overall quantity for an initial discussion. A precise purchase offer requires in-person testing, weighing and inspection.
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