The Quasar Plus means this ring is made of Palladium which is a mixture of Platinum and Silver.

What does palladium Plus mean?

Newer palladium will have PD950 or PD900 marking, mine says simply palladium plus. Palladium is worth about $1000 per oz, so my 900 or 950 pure 9.1 gram ring is worth about $250-270 in precious metal content. Palladium is harder to sell than gold or silver, but it is valuable.

Are Balfour rings real gold?

In most cases, we will accept a trade-in on a Balfour college ring or gold Balfour high school ring. Other manufacturers’ rings must be gold (nonprecious metals are not accepted) and have a 10K, 14K or 18K stamp inside the ring. Balfour will determine the trade-in value once the ring is received.

What is the best metal for a class ring?

The best metal for class rings is 10k gold, but with a preference for the white-colored metal rings, sterling silver, platinum, white gold, and palladium are the best metal options for class rings. These metals not only make lustrous rings but are also durable.

Is Siladium worth money?

Apr 21, 2015 · Siladium is a stainless steel alloy used for class rings because it holds a shine — forever. Silver is a precious metal so it is actually worth money, but it does tarnish, so you need to clean…

How much palladium is in a class ring?

Can You Give Me an Example? There are many old class rings for sale on eBay right now. One silver/palladium ring currently listed is said to contain about 10 grams of palladium. That is worth more than $220 at current trading prices, yet you can click eBay’s “Buy It Now” button and buy it for $125.

What finger do you wear your class ring?

A class ring is usually worn on the ring finger of the right hand. This counters the common tradition of wearing wedding rings on the left ring finger. It is also customary that the insignia on the ring should face inward towards the wearer while he or she is enrolled in school.

How much is a 10K gold ring worth pawn shop?

A 10K gold ring is worth $38.73 or less at a pawn shop. Most pawn shops only offer between 40% and 60% of your gold ring’s value but that is too less money. Without a doubt, Jewelry is a prime candidate for price negotiation, because it’s expensive and the margins are fat.

Are Jostens class rings real gold?

Most Jostens class rings are made of 10K gold and some of 14K gold. Older Jostens class rings can be very heavy and thus very valuable. The company was founded 1897, and in the 20th century, gold was a cheap metal compared to the gold price over the last 10 years.

How much does it cost to replace a Balfour ring?

Send request for replacement with original invoice, the Ring Loss Protection Plan/Warranty Card, and a check or money order for the then current replacement fee plus a $14.95 shipping and handling charge (shipping and handling charge includes insurance for the return shipment. Second day service is available for $19.95.

Can you trade in a Balfour high school ring?

In most cases, we will accept a trade-in on a Balfour college ring or gold Balfour high school ring. We also accept trade-ins on other manufacturers’ rings. Other manufacturers’ rings must be gold (nonprecious metals are not accepted) and have a 10K, 14K or 18K stamp inside the ring.

Do you get trade in credit with Balfour?

Balfour will determine the trade-in value once the ring is received. A credit for an eligible trade-in ring will be granted if the trade-in accompanies the order to which the credit will apply. Therefore, trade-in credits are not available with online orders.