SELL STERLING SILVER

SELLING SILVER FROM EVANSTON? WE’RE THE CLOSEST & HIGHEST-PAYING OPTION

Evanston doesn’t have many places that truly buy silver — especially not shops familiar with sterling flatware, antique silver pieces, or large household sets. That’s why so many Evanston residents make the short trip to Oakton Coins & Collectibles. Located just minutes away on the Evanston/Skokie border, we consistently pay more for sterling silver flatware, scrap silver, and household silver items because our overhead is lower than downtown Evanston jewelry stores. We pass that savings directly to our sellers. Whether you have a full dining set, mismatched pieces, or simply want to downsize, you’ll receive a clear, fair offer based on actual silver content — not retail markups or guesswork.

We Buy All Forms of Silver From Evanston Residents

We regularly purchase:

• Sterling silver flatware
• Tea sets and coffee sets
• Bowls, trays, and decorative pieces
• Antique silverware (U.S. and international)
• Silver candlesticks
• Scrap silver and broken pieces
• .925 sterling, .900 coin silver, .800 silver, and other alloys
• Outdated or unwanted silver jewelry

Most items are weighed and tested right in front of you, and payment is immediate.

Why Silver Value Is Based on Weight — Not What You Paid

Many Evanston residents are surprised to learn that everyday silver jewelry or household silver has a material value, not a retail one. What a jewelry store originally charged doesn’t affect the price — silver is valued by purity and weight. We use proper testing equipment and explain exactly what you have, so you understand the offer before making a decision.

Understanding Sterling Silver & Silverware

Sterling silver (marked .925) contains:

  • 92.5% pure silver

  • 7.5% copper for strength

Older or international sets may be marked:

  • .900 (coin silver)

  • .835

  • .800

  • .500

  • Or simply stamped “STERLING,” “925,” “800,” etc.

Once purchased, all forms of silver must be refined back to .999 pure silver before being used in:

• electronics
• medical applications
• brazing alloys
• chemical equipment
• photography
• industrial processes

This is why accurate testing matters — and why so few Evanston shops handle silver correctly.

Why Evanston Residents Choose Us

✓ We pay more than downtown Evanston jewelry stores
✓ We specialize in silverware and large sets
✓ Immediate testing & payment
✓ Safe, quiet, secure shop
✓ Free parking directly at the entrance
✓ Experienced staff who can identify silver in minutes

The 12-minute drive is absolutely worth your time.

Oakton Coins & Collectibles
4547 Oakton Street — Evanston / Skokie Border

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