Sell Your Gold and Silver in Algiers
Algiers traces its roots to a 1719 land grant — one year after the French Quarter — making it one of New Orleans’ oldest neighborhoods, according to the Algiers Historical Society. The riverfront community most people know today as Algiers Point grew up over the following century, and it’s held onto something a lot of the city has lost: multi-generational families still living in the same historic homes. Algiers Point in particular is known for households that have been there four and five generations deep, which means when it comes time to settle an estate or clean out a family home, what turns up is often decades — sometimes a century — old. Sterling silver wedding gifts, gold jewelry passed down through a family, coin collections that started with a grandfather working the docks or the railyard.
We’re not asking you to travel across the state to reach us — Algiers is right across the river from downtown. Whether you take the Canal Street ferry, cross the bridge, or just call us directly, our office at 147 Carondelet St. is a short trip away (see directions and parking), open by appointment Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings. For sellers who’d rather not make even that short trip — larger estates, mobility concerns, or a full house to go through — we’re also available as Louisiana’s best mobile silver and gold buyer and can come to you in Algiers directly. See everything we buy before you visit.
What We Buy From Algiers Sellers
- Gold and silver jewelry, from a single piece to a full jewelry box
- Sterling silver flatware, tea services, and hollowware, common in older Algiers homes
- U.S. and foreign coin collections, including inherited or undocumented collections
- Gold and silver bullion at live spot pricing
A Neighbor’s Buyer, Not a Stranger’s Offer
Algiers residents have told us they’re wary of mail-in gold buyers and pawn shops that quote a number over the phone before ever seeing the item. We don’t do that — see our guide to spotting gold-buying scams for what to watch for elsewhere. Every evaluation happens in person, using the live spot price of gold and silver at the time of your visit, and we’re affiliated with the American Numismatic Association, the CDN Exchange, and the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) — so if what you bring in has value beyond scrap, we’re positioned to recognize it and price it fairly, not guess.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to take the ferry, or is there another way to reach your office?
Either works. The Canal Street ferry from Algiers Point is a popular option, and the Crescent City Connection bridge gets you to downtown by car in a similar amount of time. If neither is convenient, ask about a mobile appointment.
My family home in Algiers has been in the family for generations — can you help evaluate a whole estate at once?
Yes, this is common in Algiers given how many multi-generational households are here. We can evaluate a full estate’s worth of jewelry, silver, and coins in one visit, whether at our office or in your home.
Is Algiers considered part of your mobile service area, or only in-office?
Both are available. Given how close Algiers is to downtown, most residents find it just as easy to visit our office, but a mobile appointment is available if you prefer.
What’s the difference between selling to you versus a pawn shop in Algiers?
Pawn shops typically price against a fixed, non-negotiated rate and often specialize in short-term loans rather than precious metals expertise. We price against live spot metal prices and have numismatic training to catch value in coins and collectible pieces that a general pawn shop would price as scrap.
Do you buy costume jewelry or only real gold and silver?
We buy genuine gold and silver items. If you’re unsure whether a piece is real, bring it in — we can usually tell quickly, at no cost to you.
Ready to Sell? Schedule Your Evaluation
Every evaluation is honest, in-person, and based on live spot pricing — no obligation to sell. Schedule your evaluation with New Orleans Silver and Gold today.
