These days, more and more people are becoming smart buyers especially when it comes to valuables such as gold and diamonds. Most of us care about how much we may be able to get if we ever need to sell it in the future. Unfortunately, unlike gold, diamonds’ resale value is low.

The popular misconception about diamonds is that it is a good investment and will increase in value over time. But this has not been true for the majority of diamonds over the last 10 years.

The reality is, most diamonds will decline in value over time. Immediately after you have made your purchase and leave the store, the ring is now worth 50% less than what you paid for barely a few minutes ago. Just like when you drive a newly purchased car off the lot, the value will dramatically drop the very second you walk out of the store.

Why is Diamond Resale Value So Low?

One of the factors that affect diamonds’ resale value is the retail mark-up. Jewelry retailers, like those in most other industries, buy their products at wholesale and sell them at marked-up prices – some a lot more than others.  

Unfortunately, this means that the resale value of the diamond will be much lower than what it was purchased for.  

Anyone who has walked into a jewellery store can confirm the high prices of diamond jewellery. According to Business Insider, jewellers often place 100% to 200% mark-ups on their diamond jewellery. Jewellers set these high mark-ups to cover slow-moving inventory, operating costs and of course profit. This is also the reason why jewelry shops can offer plenty of discounts for diamond items during special sales.

As a result of the retail mark-up and the decline in diamond prices, the resale value is typically well below what you paid. Indeed, diamond jewelry will typically resell for 25% to 50% of the purchase price. And even less if your diamond does not come with a certificate.

Nonetheless, you will be able to get some money back if you decide to sell your diamond ring or other diamond jewelry. However, you’ll almost always lose money when you sell your diamond. Because of the markup prices, most jewelers, pawn shops and other buyers can only offer a fraction of what you paid for your diamond if you sell 

As we’ve mentioned above, you won’t get back what you paid for your ring, even if it’s in flawless condition. Be realistic about pricing from the beginning and be prepared to deal with selling at a loss.

Jewel Cafe

We can offer instant cash for your diamond jewelry, with or without certificate with the best price!

We can accept diamonds that are 0.3 carats and above without a certificate and only 0.2 carats with a certificate.

If you have any old gold, white gold, platinum or even silver come on by to Jewel Cafe and get instant cash for your items!

We can accepted old, broken, even small pieces of jewelry.

You can also just come by for free estimation of your item.

We look forward to seeing you. 🙂

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Gold & Platinum. What is the difference?

Gold and platinum are common precious metals that have been used for jewelry manufacturing. They are been using due to their metal characteristic and appearance. Today we will share the difference based on their comfort, appearance, durability, and cost.

Comfort

Platinum is more dense compare to gold. Due to these characteristics, platinum rings will be heavier compared to gold rings. Comforts are a very subjective issue. Some will feel comfortable if wearing heavier rings and some will feel comfortable with a lighter ring. Platinum also is more hypoallergenic compare to gold. Some people will have an allergic issue with nickel alloy in gold composition.

Appearance

We main differentiate between gold and platinum is from its colour. Platinum is naturally in white colour and gold is in yellow colour. If you prefer a white ring, there are some option for you. whether you can choose white gold ring or platinum.

White gold is composed of gold, alloys, and some other metal called rhodium plating which give its white appearance. However, over time, rhodium plating in white gold will wear off and the ring will be faded into a yellowish tinge. This matter will not occur to platinum due to white is its natural color.

Durability

Platinum is more durable compare to gold. However gold and platinum are strong materials enough for jewelry manufacture.

Even though Platinum is known for its strong and durable character, actually it is softer compared to middle-grade gold. It means Platinum will getting scatches easier compare to K14 gold. However, even scratches platinum ring will develop something called a patina finish which looks antique or worn ring. This appearance is one of the platinum fans looking for.

Cost

To purchase a platinum ring, gold and platinum are quite similar and it is the cost per gram. However, as I mentioned before, Platinum itself is more dense compare to gold. For example, usually, platinum rings will have 95% of platinum composition while for k18 rings the composition only 75% of gold. So Platinum ring will be more expensive compare to a gold ring.

Jewel Cafe Aeon Taman Maluri

Feel free to visit us for free estimation. We are open during this MCO follow Aeon shopping mall operation hour. For more information, kindly ask our friendly staff or can contact us at 03- 9201 4001

Gold has a unique physical and chemical property. To the untrained eye, all types of gold look the same. So, when it comes to gold bullion or jewelry, knowledge is power! 

It is always advised to check your gold with a professional. However, there are a few easy ways to test if your expensive jewelry is made from real gold. Below are some simple tests you can do at home.

Keep in mind that these tests cannot replace the opinion of a professional, and are not designed to measure the quality or content of gold in a certain piece of jewelry. 

1. Smell test

While this test is far from being the most reliable way to tell real gold from fake gold, it’s one of the easiest and quickest to do. Just rub your hands together with your jewelry between them and take a sniff. If it does not smell like anything in particular, then your jewelry has passed the test. But if your smell any hints of metallic scent, then it’s quite likely you’re dealing with fake gold.

2. Hallmark (Stamp test)

It is mandatory for all gold items to have a hallmark or ‘stamping’ on the item. These stampings must include the items’ purity in Karats (example in the photo). Some jewelers might also include the manufacturer’s stamp on the item. On necklaces and bracelets, these jewelry hallmarks can be found on or near the clasp. For rings, these are usually found somewhere on the inside surface. However, there are exceptions for old gold or custom order jewelry. It is not uncommon for these items to not have stamping.

3. Magnet test

To test if your jewelry is plated or not, simply touch it with the magnet. Pure gold will not be attracted to the magnet. If the jewelry gets attracted to the magnet (even if just a little), then at least part of it is not gold. Gold chains and some bracelets commonly have a “clasp” lock, and you may find that only the clasp bit sticks to the magnet. This is because there is a spring inside the clasp mechanism as gold does not make good springs.

Jewel Cafe Accepts Any Types of Gold

If you have any old gold, white gold, platinum or even silver come on by to Jewel Cafe and get instant cash for your items!

We can accepted old, broken, even small pieces of jewelry without receipt.

You can also just come to get your gold item professionally check for its authenticity for free.

We look forward to seeing you. 🙂

现今，路易威登这品牌无人不知，它的款式各种各样包括，手提包，斜肩包，钱包，零钱包，背包，等等的~

今天，我们来探讨最受欢迎的三款路易威登包包&它的特征.

枕头包 （Speedy）

Speedy 是一款理想的手袋。它的材质不管是帆布还是Epi皮革都为时尚。它具有多种携带方式，无论是手提，还是斜背或肩背，都十分时尚。它还采用天然牛皮饰边让此包添加另一种时尚感。如今的Speedy 是一款理想的手袋。它的材质柔软、轻质、还永远时尚不过时。

贝壳包 （Alma）

Alma 手袋是LV的经典款。 这款包包是在20世纪30年代时由 Gaston Vuitton 设计的。Alma 手袋的颜色多变，材质也非常丰富。 在1992年，Monogram帆布款推出后，Alma 手袋便走向优雅的风格。 因此发展 Epi 皮革、 Damier 格紋帆布、 Vernis 漆皮等不同材質的Alma款式。

妈咪包 （Neverfull）

Neverfull 是一款经典的手袋。材质可以选择Monogram帆布，Damier帆布或是Damier Azur帆布款。 尺寸则有中号与大号可选。 Neverfull 袋内做工细节精致，还采用了清新的织物内衬。 它还采用了天然牛皮饰边和金色金属配件添加了一份时尚感。

您拥有了以上的哪一款？还是这三款都已经是您的收藏了呢？如果想要换个新包，欢迎亲临本店询问收购详情！

任何详情

如有任何关于LV包包收购的疑问，或是名牌收购都欢迎到 JEWEL CAFE MALAYSIA 询问。 如想要鉴定任何名牌包包，手表，欢迎带到 JEWEL CAFE 获取免费鉴定。

Chanel 2.55 – Original Chanel Shoulder Bag

Coco Chanel designed her first bag in 1929, but only hand carried and cumbersome are available during that era. This kind of bag were designed for upper-class women. History are created in February 1955 when Coco Chanel debuted the shoulder-carried version and this creation changed handbag history.

Signature Double CC Lock

The Mademoiselle Lock also gets its name from the fact that Coco Chanel never married.

The Leather-Woven Strap

Chanel was also famous for its leather-woven strap. Based on Chanel Flap histories, several different types of chains have come and gone. As noticeable, Classic Flaps only use leather-woven chain straps, though, and modern 2.55s only use all-chain straps.

The Chanel 2.55 Flap bag inspired by Orphan

This shape burgundy leather was inspired by uniforms worn by Coco and her fellow charges at the convent orphanage where she was raised.

Jewel Cafe Aeon Taman Maluri

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There’s nothing like the feeling of getting your first Louis Vuitton! Over decades, there have been so many exciting variations of LV monograms, prints and leathers.  Below are some fascinating history behind some of the brand’s most iconic patterns.

The History Behind Your Favorite Louis Vuitton Bags

The print Damier Ebene / Azur, which literally translates to “checkerboard” in English, was created in 1888. The two most popular versions of this print are the Ebene, a combination of two shades of brown or graphite, and Azur, a blue-grey base with a checkered white overlay

Easily the world’s most recognizable fashion print, the Monogram Canvas is a true Louis Vuitton classic. The Monogram was first created by Louis’ son, George in 1896 to stop counterfeiters from mimicking the brand’s designs. The unique pattern is made up of interlocking L and V initials and flowers inspired by Japanese and Oriental designs.

(yup, they had fake LV even back then )

Georges Vuitton and his son first had the idea for Epi leather in 1920. The concept was to print a design on a more resistant fabric. Inspired by a grained leather that Louis Vuitton first used in trunks, the Epi leather is probably the most identifiable Louis Vuitton material after Monogram and Damier canvases.

Epi ‘s durability and ability to withstand any weather condition makes the perfect bag to have in this every changing weather.

Why Choose Jewel Cafe

We offer instant CASH for your items!

No worries if your bag is a bit worn out or no longer have receipts, we can still accept your bags.

Please bring along the card, box or any additional accessories (if any) to get a better value from us for your pre-loved luxury items.

You can also enjoy complimentary beverages and our special Japanese sweet treats during the estimation. We even have a play place for the little ones. 🙂

We also have attractive member benefits to redeem!

1. Member card – collect stamps every time you sell your items at Jewel Cafe. There’s up to RM300 cash bonus to redeem.
2. Invitation rewards – for each friend you bring along to sell at Jewel Cafe, you can redeem RM100 instant cash.
3. Cash vouchers – there’s also over RM100 cash voucher that you can redeem only at Jewel Cafe.
4. Free Jewel Cleaning – Jewel Cafe also offers free jewel cleaning to our loyal members.

Complimentary drinks, comfortable atmosphere, membership rewards and get instant cash for your items! What are you waiting for then?

Come on by to Jewel Cafe!

Contact Us

Got any questions?

Feel free to contact us at 03-9201 4001

Or visit us at :-

Taman Maluri
AEON TAMAN MALURI SHOPING CENTRE,
LOT F29, FIRST FLOOR,
JALAN JEJAKA, TAMAN MALURI,
CHERAS 55100 KUALA LUMPUR

(Near Pos Laju, next to Vivo shop)

*Terms and conditions apply

If you have old gold or gold jewelry, selling it can be the best way to get cash immediately.

Gold Investment

The most common gold used for investment is 999 (24k) pure gold whether in coin form or gold bullion. Containing 99% pure gold, it has a bright yellow color and is naturally soft and malleable. However, due to this 24k is very seldom used as jewelry.

On the other hand, more solid and less expensive forms of gold are 9k, 14k, 18k, and 22k gold, which are commonly used for rings, earrings, bracelets, and other gold jewelry.

These types are less expensive due to the percentage of pure gold used. For example, 18k gold only contains 75% pure gold and the other 25% is other components such as copper, silver, and other alloys.

Fortunately, this does not mean you can not sell 9k, 14k, 18k or 22k gold. If you want to sell this type of gold jewelry, the price you will get is based on the content of pure gold that can be extracted from the item after being melted and refined.

Jewel Cafe Accepts Any Types of Gold

If you have any old gold, white gold, platinum or even silver come on by to Jewel Cafe and get instant cash for your items!

We can accepted old, broken, even small pieces of jewelry without receipt.

We can accept any gold grade/carat such as K24 (999.9/999), K22 (916), K18 (750), K14 (585), K9 (375).

Service and Estimation

The price of your item will be estimated based on the purity, density, depreciation, condition and etc. The estimation will take around 10 to 15 minutes (varies with total number of items).

While you are waiting, we will serve complimentary beverages and snacks. We also provide a play area for those that come with children.

Join Our Membership

Jewel Cafe offers attractive member benefits to redeem!

1. Member card – collect stamps every time you sell your items at Jewel Cafe and redeem up to RM300 CASH bonus
2. Invitation rewards – bring a friend to sell at Jewel Cafe and get rewarded RM100 cash.
3. Cash vouchers – RM130 worth of cash voucher valid only at Jewel Cafe.
4. Free Jewel Cleaning – Jewel Cafe also offers free jewel cleaning exclusively for our members.

The best part is all our benefits have NO EXPIRY DATE. So you can come at any time, at any of our branch.

Contact Us

You can find us inside AEON Taman Maluri on 1st Floor. We are located nearby the post office. Feel free to contact us for any questions or if you would like to make an appointment at +603-9201 4001

Complimentary drinks, comfortable atmosphere, membership rewards and get instant cash for your items! What are you waiting for then?

Come on by to Jewel Cafe!

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Do you own any white gold jewelry? Curious about the resell value for your item? If you are interested, here we will be sharing about white gold and its resell value.

White Gold Jewelries

White gold is commonly paired with diamond. This is because with yellow gold ring, the metal can tend to reflect a yellow tint onto the diamond, even if it is a colorless or nearly colorless stone. Therefore, many jewelers will use white gold as the diamond will look brighter and more colorless as a result.

Types of White Gold

Most commonly you can find the karat for white gold is K18 (750) and K9 (375).

This means that only 75% for K18 and 37.5% for K9 of pure gold is used. Therefore, it is common for its purity to be lower.

White Gold Resale Value

White gold has a lower resale value than yellow gold, but why?

This is because white gold gets its distinctive “white” colour from the mixture of pure gold with alloy. The reason white gold has lower resale value than yellow gold is because alloy cost less but it also means the purity (karat) of your gold jewelry is diluted. However, the amount of alloy used does mean the item is more durable and scratch-resistant.

Resale value for jewelry will depend on the amount of pure gold in each item. Therefore jewelry with higher amount of pure gold will be sold at a higher value.

Jewel Cafe Can Accept ANY Types of Gold

If you have any old gold, white gold, or even platinum come on by to Jewel Cafe and get instant cash for your items!

We can accepted old, broken, even small pieces of jewelry without receipt.

We can accept any gold grade/carat such as K24 (999.9/999), K22 (916), K18 (750), K14 (585), K9 (375).

Service and Estimation

The price of your item will be estimated based on the purity, density, depreciation, condition and etc. The estimation will take around 10 to 15 minutes (varies with total number of items).

While you are waiting, we will serve complimentary beverages and snacks. We also provide a play area for those that come with children.

Join Our Membership

Jewel Cafe offers attractive member benefits to redeem!

1. Member card – collect stamps every time you sell your items at Jewel Cafe and redeem up to RM300 CASH bonus
2. Invitation rewards – bring a friend to sell at Jewel Cafe and get rewarded RM100 cash.
3. Cash vouchers – RM130 worth of cash voucher valid only at Jewel Cafe.
4. Free Jewel Cleaning – Jewel Cafe also offers free jewel cleaning exclusively for our members.

The best part is all our benefits have NO EXPIRY DATE. So you can come at any time, at any of our branch.

Contact Us

You can find us inside AEON Taman Maluri on 1st Floor. We are located nearby the post office. Feel free to contact us for any questions or if you would like to make an appointment at +603-9201 4001

Complimentary drinks, comfortable atmosphere, membership rewards and get instant cash for your items! What are you waiting for then?

We look forward to seeing you! 🙂