Sell Your Engagement Ring for Maximum Value
Sell Your Engagement Ring with Confidence for the Highest Return
Looking to sell your engagement ring? When parting with something meaningful and valuable, you deserve more than a basic transaction—you deserve a trusted partner. At Diamond Buyers, we’ve guided thousands of discerning clients through the selling process with discretion, expertise, and unmatched personal service.
While pawn shops and auction style platforms often undervalue high-end jewelry, Diamond Buyers—part of Shaftel Diamond Co., a Houston institution since 1978—specializes in evaluating fine engagement rings with accuracy and care. Our GIA-trained gemologists understand the true worth of your ring—both its quality and its legacy.
From private clients to estate attorneys, our reputation is built on trust, transparency, and results. We don’t just buy—we advise, protect, and deliver real value.
Discover the True Market Value of Your Engagement Ring
How to Sell an Engagement Ring
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WHY SELL YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING?
WHERE TO SELL ENGAGEMENT RINGS?
SELLING YOUR RING TO DIAMOND BUYERS
RECENT ACQUISITIONS
TYPES OF ENGAGEMENT RINGS WE BUY
COMMON BRANDS OF ENGAGEMENT RINGS WE BUY
HOW MUCH IS YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING WORTH?
REVIEWS
THE DIAMOND BUYERS DIFFERENCE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why Sell Your Engagement Ring?
Life changes, and so do the pieces we once treasured. Whether you’re moving forward after a divorce, rethinking an heirloom, or simply refining your jewelry collection, there are many reasons why clients choose to sell an engagement ring. Selling through a trusted, professional diamond buyer not only preserves the value of your piece—it creates new opportunities, whether you’re upgrading, investing elsewhere, or curating a collection that better reflects your next chapter. For those ready to sell an engagement ring, the process can be private, rewarding, and entirely on your terms.
The Best Place to Sell Your Engagement Ring for Top Value
Finding the right buyer for your engagement ring can be tricky. With so many options when it comes to selling like a pawn shop, pawnbroker, eBay, auction houses, Offer Up, local jewelers, and more it can be overwhelming to know which one is the best option for you. It’s important to be cautious when selling a valuable item such as an engagement ring, while there are many selling outlets to consider, not all will provide the same value. For more insight on how to determine whether or not a selling outlet is right for you check out our blog post: Where should I sell my jewelry?
Selling your Engagement Ring to Diamond Buyers
At Diamond Buyers, we’ve taken the complication out of selling your engagement ring and made the selling process as simple as possible. Whether you live close to our Houston location or out of state, our process is easy, transparent, and straightforward.
Here’s what you can expect when selling your engagement ring to Diamond Buyers.
GIA Trained Specialists
Our staff consists of highly trained GIA specialists who have extensive knowledge in gemology and jewelry appraisal techniques. GIA trained appraisers have a thorough understanding of how jewelry is made as well as how to identify and grade diamonds. Our staff will carefully evaluate your engagement ring and provide you with a true fair market value offer.
Top Offers
Buying jewelry is our business and we know it well, which is why we are confident we’ll provide you with the best offer possible for your diamond ring or other fine jewelry. Not only do we have GIA-trained appraisers on staff, but we also have over 30 years of experience in the jewelry industry. We understand the market and stay on top of trends which allows us to provide offers that make sense to you. If you decide not to sell, no worries. There are no fees for a diamond evaluation and you are under no obligation.
100% Insured
We are fully licensed and bonded meaning the minute your possessions leave your hands, whether selling online or in person, they are 100% insured regardless if we’ve made you an offer or not. When selling online, your valuables are fully insured en route to us, while in our possession, and if necessary, back to you. For certain pre-approved items, we will email you a pre-paid, fully insured FedEx label at our expense, which you can print and use for your shipment.
Transparent Selling Process
We understand the importance of earning and maintaining your trust which is why we have developed the most secure and transparent process in the industry. With our unique video check-in procedure, you are able to watch as we open your package and evaluate your diamond jewelry — all from the comfort of your own home. Once your package has been received we immediately take the unopened box to our video check-in station. Using a high-resolution video camera, we record the process of opening the package, checking in, and evaluating your items. Upon completion, the video is available for your viewing upon request.
There are two ways to sell your engagement ring with Diamond Buyers:
1. Sell your Engagement Ring in Houston
Although we buy engagement rings and diamonds nationwide, our headquarters are in Houston, Texas. If you are local to the Houston area, we welcome you to stop by our Galleria-area showroom and jewelry store for a free diamond estimate. Our trained GIA gemologists are ready to provide you with a true valuation of your engagement ring and make a cash offer. We also accept appointments.
Contact us today to schedule a time to show your engagement ring.
2. Sell Engagement Ring Online
To get started, simply fill out our online form and receive a free preliminary offer.
Achieve the Highest Value for Your Engagement Ring
Recent Acquisitions
4.13ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Tiffany and Co. Victoria Ring
JB Star Diamond Band
1.96ct Tiffany and Co. Diamond Ring
Types of Engagement Rings We Buy
- Vintage engagement rings
- Engagement bands
- Solitaire engagement rings
- Center stone engagement rings
- Engagement rings with round diamonds
- Colored diamond engagement rings
- Colored gemstone engagement rings
- Sapphire engagement rings
- Ruby engagement rings
- Emerald engagement rings
- Good quality stones, 1.5 carats and larger
- Fine quality stones, 1.5 carats and larger
- GIA certified diamond engagement rings
Common Brands of Engagement Rings We Buy
- Tiffany
- Cartier
- Bvlgari
- Harry Winston
- and more
How Much is Your Engagement Ring Worth?
When determining the value of an engagement ring our staff of GIA-trained gemologists and expert jewelry buyers will evaluate each piece of jewelry based on the following diamond grading criteria:
- Color
- Clarity
- Carat Weight
- Cut
Your ring will also be evaluated based on proportion, diamond shape, and market liquidity. For more information on how to evaluate your diamond before you sell visit our blog on Diamond Value Factors
Regardless of shape, size, cut, and clarity our expert gemologist will evaluate your jewelry and provide a fair price offer based on the true market value of your engagement ring.
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The Diamond Buyers Difference
Diamond Buyers understand the numerous reasons to sell your engagement, wedding, and other diamond jewelry. Whatever the reason, our diamond appraisal experts will guide you through the simple and confidential process. Our vast knowledge and notable reputation allow us to provide you with the best price offer on your diamond jewelry. Once you are ready to sell, payment will be immediate. Let us demonstrate why we remain one of the most trusted names in the industry since 1978.
