DON’T

• Don’t send plated jewellery or plated flatware—some signs it’s gold-plated are marks like GP, GEP and RGP. You could try testing the piece against a fridge magnet: a strong magnetic pull indicates a high quantity of non-precious metals, which wouldn’t be worth sending in.

• Don’t submit watches or timepieces— even if they’re made of precious metals.

• Don’t send collector’s coins or anything that could be considered currency—keep that stuff in your safe.

• Don’t overthink it—if you’re unsure if it’s precious or not, call customer service or chat online with a Maison Birks Gold Exchange representative, or just send it in to be evaluated. And if you change your mind about selling, don’t worry: You have 30 days to ask for your pieces to be returned.

Presented by Maison Birks Gold Exchange Learn more about recycling your precious metals at metroland.birksgoldexchange.com or call 1-800-913-6215 to request a free Gold Exchange kit.

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