Sell Gold in Lawndale for the Highest Price
South Bay Coin has bought gold from the same Lawndale storefront for over 45 years. Walk in for a free, no-obligation appraisal from local experts and leave with same-day cash in hand.
The Best Place to Sell Gold in Lawndale
If you want to sell gold in Lawndale, you do not have to drive across Los Angeles or ship it to a stranger. South Bay Coin is a licensed, bonded, and insured precious metals dealer at 16916 Hawthorne Blvd, the same Lawndale address we have operated from since 1980. For 45 years, neighbors across the South Bay have trusted us for honest appraisals and consistently strong payouts.
What sets us apart from other gold buyers in Lawndale is our refinery. We melt and refine gold in-house, so there is no middleman taking a cut. Pawn shops and jewelry stores resell your pieces to a third party and pad their margin to cover that markup. Because we process metal ourselves, we pass that savings back to you and pay a higher percentage of the true gold value.
Every appraisal is free, private, and pressure-free. Our on-site team tests, weighs, and evaluates each item right in front of you, then explains exactly how today's market shapes your offer. Whether you are looking for fast cash for gold, clearing out an estate, or simply curious what a single chain is worth, you get the same careful treatment and the highest offer we can make.
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Live Precious Metal Spot Prices
Updated every 60 seconds during market hoursHow Your Gold Is Priced
Three things decide what your gold is worth: purity, weight, and the live spot price. Purity is measured in karats. Pure 24K gold is 99.9% gold, 22K is about 91.7%, 18K is 75%, 14K is 58.3%, and 10K is 41.7%. The stamps to look for are 999, 916, 750, 585, and 417. We confirm purity using electronic XRF and acid testing, never a guess, so the karat is verified before any number is discussed.
Next comes weight. We weigh each piece on a certified scale and convert grams to troy ounces, the unit the gold market uses (one troy ounce equals 31.1 grams). Multiplying your pure gold content by today's live spot price gives the market value, and your offer is a strong percentage of that figure. Because we refine in-house, that percentage runs higher than what a reseller can afford. Bring a written quote and we will work to beat it.
The same transparent approach applies to silver, where we grade 925 sterling, coin silver, and plated pieces separately, and to numismatic coins, which can be worth far more than melt. If you are weighing sterling silver or thinking about selling gold coins, our appraisers will explain whether collector value beats the metal value.
Gold Items We Buy for Cash in Lawndale
We buy gold in any karat, any form, and any condition. From fine jewelry to dental scrap, every item is tested and weighed for its full value.
Gold Jewelry
Chains, rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants, charms, wedding bands, and class rings in yellow, white, or rose gold.
Gold Coins & Bullion
American Eagles, Krugerrands, Maple Leafs, Pandas, gold bars, and ingots of any mint or size.
Scrap & Dental Gold
Dental crowns, bridges, caps, broken chains, and tangled scrap. Condition does not affect the gold value.
Silver Coins, Bars & Flatware
Sterling silver, coin silver, silver rounds and bars, flatware sets, and silver jewelry of every kind.
Sell Gold in Three Steps
Visit, Call, or Text
Walk into our Lawndale showroom at 16916 Hawthorne Blvd. No appointment. Or call (310) 363-7808 and text photos.
Free Expert Appraisal
We test the karat, weigh each piece in front of you, and explain the offer using today's spot price. Zero pressure.
Get Paid Immediately
Accept the offer and receive cash or a check on the spot. Most visits take 15 minutes. Bring a valid photo ID.
South Bay Coin vs. Other Lawndale Gold Buyers
Not every gold buyer in Lawndale works the same way. Here is how a local refiner stacks up against pawn shops, jewelry stores, and mail-in services.
| South Bay Coin | Pawn Shops | Jewelry Stores | Mail-In | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owns refinery | Varies | |||
| Same-day cash | ||||
| % of spot paid | Highest | 40-60% | 50-70% | 60-75% |
| Licensed CA dealer | Varies | Varies | Varies | |
| Tests in front of you | Sometimes | Sometimes | ||
| In Lawndale since 1980 | Varies | Varies |
What Our Lawndale Customers Say
Common Questions About Selling Gold in Lawndale
You can sell gold in Lawndale at South Bay Coin, located at 16916 Hawthorne Blvd. We have bought gold from this same storefront since 1980. Walk in with your gold, get a free appraisal, and leave with same-day cash. No appointment is needed and every offer is no-obligation.
South Bay Coin pays among the highest rates for gold in Lawndale because we own and operate an in-house refinery. By processing gold ourselves, we skip the middleman that pawn shops and jewelry stores rely on. Bring any written quote and we will do our best to beat it.
Your payout depends on three things: karat purity, total weight, and the live gold spot price. A 14K piece is 58.3% pure gold, while 18K is 75%. We weigh and test each item in front of you, then calculate your offer from today's market price. Heavier, higher-karat pieces pay more.
No appointment is required. Walk-ins are always welcome at our Lawndale showroom on Hawthorne Boulevard during business hours. If you prefer, call (310) 363-7808 first or text photos to (310) 363-2697 for an early estimate. Most visits take about 15 minutes from greeting to cash in hand.
We buy every karat, from 10K up to 24K, and everything between. Common stamps include 417 (10K), 585 (14K), 750 (18K), 916 (22K), and 999 (24K). Unmarked gold is fine too. We test purity with electronic and acid methods so you see exactly how we reach the karat.
We test each piece to confirm its karat, weigh it on a certified scale, and convert the weight to troy ounces. We then multiply the pure gold content by today's live spot price. Everything happens in front of you, so the math behind your offer is fully transparent and easy to follow.
Yes. Broken chains, bent rings, single earrings, tangled necklaces, and scrap gold all hold full value. Because we melt and refine gold ourselves, cosmetic condition does not matter at all. If an item contains gold, we buy it and pay you cash based on its actual purity and weight.
Selling locally is faster and safer. Mail-in buyers make you ship your gold and wait days for payment, with no chance to see the testing. At our Lawndale showroom you watch every step, get your offer immediately, and walk out with cash the same day. Nothing leaves your sight.
Yes, we buy dental gold including crowns, bridges, caps, and fillings. Dental alloys vary in purity, so we test each piece to measure its true gold content. You do not need to remove any attached porcelain or backing. Bring it in and we will appraise it for free.
A pawn shop resells your gold at a markup, so it pays a lower percentage of spot. South Bay Coin refines gold in-house and pays based on today's live price with no middleman. We are also a licensed, bonded California dealer with a 5.0-star rating across 400+ reviews.
Ready to Sell Gold in Lawndale?
Walk into our Hawthorne Boulevard showroom or reach out for a free quote. Same-day cash, no appointment, no pressure.
