GOLD • SILVER • JEWELRY • COINS
Trusted Services.
Local Experience.
From buying gold and silver to jewelry repair, coin and bullion sales, and gold and silver coin appraisals, Southern Gold Traders provides knowledgeable local service backed by more than 25 years of experience.
TRUSTED SINCE 2001
Two Convenient Locations
Fair, Competitive Rates
Friendly, Local Service
MORE THAN GOLD BUYING
Our Services
Whether you’re ready to sell precious metals, shop for coins and bullion, repair a favorite piece, or learn more about gold and silver coins, our local team is here to help.

Gold & Silver Buying
Sell gold jewelry, silver jewelry, sterling silver flatware, qualifying U.S. silver coins, bullion, dental gold, and other precious metal items with a straightforward evaluation and competitive offer.

Jewelry Repair
Professional jewelry repairs for rings, chains, clasps, stones, and other common issues to help keep your favorite pieces wearable and looking their best.

Coin & Bullion Sales
Shop a changing selection of gold and silver coins, rounds, bars, bullion, and other precious metal products. Inventory varies, so call ahead if you’re looking for something specific.

Coin Appraisals
Bring in individual gold or silver coins or a collection for a knowledgeable review, straightforward information, and an evaluation from our experienced local team.
BUYING PRECIOUS METALS
Gold & Silver Buying
Southern Gold Traders buys a variety of gold and silver items, from everyday jewelry and broken pieces to sterling silver flatware, qualifying U.S. silver coins, bullion, and dental gold. Bring in a single item or a larger collection and let our experienced team take a look.
Gold We Buy:
Gold jewelry, rings, necklaces, chains, bracelets, class rings, qualifying gold coins and bullion, and dental gold.
Silver We Buy:
Silver jewelry, sterling silver flatware, silver bullion, and U.S. constitutional silver including dimes, quarters, and half dollars dated 1964 and earlier.
Note: We do not purchase pennies or nickels. If you’re unsure whether a coin or item qualifies, give us a call or bring it in and we’ll be happy to take a look.
REPAIR WHAT YOU VALUE
Jewelry Repair
A damaged or poorly fitting piece doesn’t always need to be replaced. Southern Gold Traders offers select jewelry repair services to help keep your favorite pieces wearable and looking their best.
Services include:
- Ring resizing
- Stone resetting
- Bracelet and clasp repair
- Jump ring and O-ring soldering and repair
- Repair of many alternative-metal chain breaks
SHOP PRECIOUS METALS
Coin & Bullion Sales
Explore a changing selection of gold and silver coins, rounds, bars, and bullion products at Southern Gold Traders. Whether you’re an experienced collector, interested in precious metals, or looking for something specific, our team can help you see what is currently available.
Inventory changes regularly, so visit either location or call ahead with questions about a particular coin, bar, round, or bullion product.
KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE
Gold & Silver Coin Appraisals
Have gold or silver coins you’d like to know more about? Bring them to Southern Gold Traders for a knowledgeable review from an experienced local team.
Our team can examine individual gold and silver coins or qualifying collections, explain what we find, and provide straightforward information about the items you bring in.
Note: Our coin appraisal services focus on gold and silver coins. We do not purchase pennies or nickels.
LOCAL EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST
Why Southern Gold Traders?
With more than 25 years of experience, two convenient locations, and a knowledgeable local team, Southern Gold Traders makes it easy to get straightforward answers, helpful service, and experienced guidance.
Serving Since 2001
More than 25 years of experience working with precious metals, jewelry, coins, and bullion.
Competitive Pricing
Straightforward evaluations and competitive offers for the items you bring in.
Convenient Locations
Visit Southern Gold Traders in Bristol, VA or Johnson City, TN for convenient local service.
Friendly Local Service
Knowledgeable help from a local team that takes the time to answer your questions.
SERVICES QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of gold and silver do you buy?
We buy many types of gold and silver items, including jewelry, broken jewelry, sterling silver flatware, qualifying U.S. silver coins, bullion, class rings, and dental gold.
What U.S. silver coins do you buy?
We buy qualifying U.S. constitutional silver, including silver dimes, quarters, and half dollars dated 1964 and earlier. We do not purchase pennies or nickels.
Do you sell coins and bullion?
Yes. We offer a changing selection of gold and silver coins, rounds, bars, bullion, and other precious metal products. Inventory changes regularly, so call ahead if you’re looking for something specific.
What jewelry repairs do you offer?
Our repair services include ring resizing, stone resetting, chain and clasp repairs, bracelet repairs, jump ring and O-ring repairs, and other select jewelry services.
Can you resize rings or reset stones?
Yes. We offer select jewelry repairs including ring resizing and stone resetting. Contact either location if you have questions about a particular piece.
What types of coins do you appraise?
Our coin appraisal services focus on gold and silver coins and qualifying gold and silver coin collections.
VISIT US TODAY
Two Convenient Locations
Stop by the location that works best for you, or call ahead with questions about an item, repair, or service.
Bristol, VA
Johnson City, TN
HOW CAN WE HELP?
Gold, Silver, Bullion, or Repairs?
Bring your items to Southern Gold Traders and talk with an experienced local team. Whether you’re selling precious metals, looking for a repair, shopping coins and bullion, or asking about gold and silver coins, we’ll help you understand your options and point you in the right direction.






