Manila's expatriate community includes collectors of international luxury jewelry from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. When these pieces need to be liquidated, owners require buyers who understand global brands, international hallmarking systems, and the unique value factors of cross-border luxury jewelry.
International Brands We Assess
DR.GOLD specializes in evaluating luxury jewelry from:
### European Houses
**Cartier**: French luxury with distinctive design periods (Love, Juste un Clou, Panthere)**Van Cleef & Arpels**: High jewelry with signature motifs and invisible settings**Bulgari**: Italian bold designs, Serpenti collections, colored gemstone combinations**Chopard**: Swiss precision with Happy Diamonds and high jewelry lines**Tiffany & Co.**: American classics, Art Deco influences, Elsa Peretti designs### Middle Eastern and Asian Brands
**Indian Heritage Jewelry**: Heavy 22K pieces with intricate traditional designs**Chinese Gold**: Pure 24K jewelry with cultural and zodiac motifs**Middle Eastern Luxury**: 21K and 22K pieces with elaborate filigree work### Watch-Jewelry Crossover
**Rolex**: Precious metal watches with significant gold content**Patek Philippe**: Ultra-high-end gold timepieces**Audemars Piguet**: Royal Oak and other gold watch collectionsHallmark Systems by Country
Different countries use different hallmarking conventions:
**France**: Eagle heads (18K), owl marks**Italy**: Star number system (750 for 18K)**Switzerland**: Standard numeric stamps**UK**: Traditional assay office symbols ( leopard, anchor, rose)**Middle East**: Arabic numeric purity marks**India**: BIS hallmarks with year and center codesDR.GOLD's specialists are trained to recognize and verify international hallmarks, cross-referencing with brand databases and historical records.
Provenance Documentation
International luxury jewelry value increases significantly with:
Original certificates of authenticityBrand-issued valuations or appraisalsPurchase receipts from authorized dealersOriginal packaging and boxesService records from brand boutiquesHistorical documentation for vintage piecesThe Assessment Process
For international jewelry, our assessment includes:
**Hallmark Verification**: Confirming origin and claimed purity**Brand Authentication**: Checking design consistency and construction quality**Gemstone Evaluation**: Assessing diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds**Condition Assessment**: Evaluating wear, repairs, and restoration**Market Research**: Comparing to recent international auction and retail sales**Gold Content Calculation**: Separating metal value from brand premiumCurrency and Documentation
Transactions are conducted in Philippine Pesos, but we understand international value references. We provide documentation suitable for:
Tax reporting in your home countryEstate settlement across jurisdictionsInsurance claimsAsset liquidation recordsConfidentiality for International Clients
Many international clients require enhanced privacy due to:
Public profiles in their home countriesSensitive business or political situationsFamily privacy concernsCross-border legal considerationsDR.GOLD provides non-disclosure agreements, private after-hours appointments, and secure digital communication for clients requiring maximum discretion.
Getting Started
Contact DR.GOLD via WhatsApp with:
Photos of your international jewelryAny documentation you holdYour location in the PhilippinesYour preferred timelineWe will schedule a private consultation where our specialists can properly evaluate your pieces with the expertise and discretion that international luxury brands demand.
Ready to sell your gold? Contact DR.GOLD for a private, confidential assessment.
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