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50+ Years
experience
Trusted Jewelry Store in South Portland | Maine Gold & Silver
Maine Gold & Silver has been a trusted family-owned jewelry store since 1959, serving customers in South Portland, Maine. With over 50 years of experience in the jewelry trade, we specialize in providing high-quality jewelry for every occasion while maintaining a commitment to exceptional customer service. Our expertise extends to jewelry repair, custom design, and the purchase of gold, silver, and precious metals, supported by a certified anti-money laundering program compliant with federal regulations. We pride ourselves on creating personalized experiences, whether helping customers redesign heirloom pieces or assisting with last-minute wedding band orders. Our team's dedication to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction has earned us lifelong clients who frequently commend our knowledgeable staff and welcoming atmosphere.From free jewelry inspections to intricate stone re-cutting, we ensure every service is delivered with attention to detail and professionalism. Our location in the Mall Plaza, next to Mr. Bagel and Dick's Sporting Goods, offers convenient access to our full in-house repair department and extensive collection of estate and vintage jewelry. We maintain transparency in pricing while adhering to market trends and inventory needs when purchasing items from customers. Our decades-long reputation as a community-focused business reflects our core values of integrity, expertise, and personalized service in every transaction.
Services
Jewelry Repair
Custom Design
Precious Metal Buying
Estate Jewelry Sales
Wedding Ring Services
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of jewelry expertise with personalized service
- Our full in-house repair department handles all jewelry needs
- Specialize in custom redesign of heirloom and estate jewelry
- Maintain strict anti-money laundering compliance procedures
- Family-owned business with deep community roots
What people say
Greatest customer service
Beautiful estate pieces
Timely wedding band delivery
Expert heirloom redesign
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Jewelry Repair
Our full in-house repair department handles all jewelry maintenance needs with over 70 years of combined experience. Services include ring sizing, prong work, pearl restringing, and stone polishing. We offer free jewelry inspections to ensure lasting quality while maintaining quick turnaround times for urgent requests like last-minute wedding bands.
Custom Design
Transform heirloom pieces into modern creations tailored to your preferences. Our goldsmiths specialize in redesigning family jewelry while preserving sentimental value. Whether updating a grandmother's diamond ring or creating unique engagement pieces, we collaborate closely with clients to bring their vision to life using traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Precious Metal Buying
We purchase gold, silver, platinum, and other precious metals based on current market values. Our buying process considers item condition, salability, and inventory needs while offering competitive wholesale rates. Customers can sell single items or entire estates with no appointment required, though large collections benefit from scheduled visits.
Estate Jewelry Sales
Browse our extensive collection of estate and vintage pieces featuring unique designs unavailable elsewhere. Each item undergoes careful evaluation to ensure quality and authenticity before being offered at competitive prices. Our knowledgeable staff provides detailed information about historical context and craftsmanship for informed purchasing decisions.
Wedding Ring Services
From engagement ring selection to custom wedding band creation, we provide comprehensive bridal jewelry solutions. Our services include urgent order fulfillment, family heirloom integration, and personalized design consultations. The store's reputation for timely delivery and creative problem-solving makes it a popular choice for pre-wedding jewelry needs.
Questions
What jewelry repair services do you offer?
We provide full in-house repairs including ring sizing, prong work, pearl restringing, stone polishing, and emergency fixes for last-minute needs.
Can you redesign heirloom jewelry?
Yes, our goldsmiths specialize in transforming family heirlooms into modern pieces while preserving sentimental value through custom design consultations.
How does your precious metal buying process work?
We evaluate items based on current market prices, condition, and inventory needs, offering competitive wholesale rates for gold, silver, and platinum.
What are your store hours?
We're open Tuesday-Friday 10am-5:30pm, Saturday 10am-4:30pm, and closed Sunday & Monday at our South Portland location.
Do you sell vintage jewelry?
Yes, we offer a curated selection of estate and vintage pieces with unique designs, all carefully inspected for quality and authenticity.
Reviews (5)
Mary Arello
Mar 29, 2022
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My second visit here, and each experience was so rewarding. Who would imagine that all of the small pieces of gold and silver jewelry that was sitting in my jewelry box forever would yield such a nice price? Don't forget, how often do we lose one earring and store the unused one along with all of the others? Old silver, antique and estate pieces, as well as old coins and bullion. Their prices are fair, and they are delightful to do business with. A trip well worth it! Do get up there soon!
Krista Peterson
Mar 22, 2022
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I love Maine Gold & Silver and highly recommend this place to anyone looking to buy or sell jewelry or a coin collection. Their staff are incredibly nice, knowledgeable and helpful! Prices are also reasonable too. Stop in, say hi and check out all the cool things they have for sale.
Montoya Johnson
Jan 26, 2022
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DO NOT TRUST THEM! I took a ring that was appraised for $8,000 by New England Gem Appraisals and they suggested it was worth $400. Steer very clear. Or make sure you have all your documentation before trying to sell, because they are obviously untrustworthy. Update: sold the ring for $7,200! $6800 more than they suggested its value. What a bogus company.
Garrett Gordon
Jan 02, 2022
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Went in here with some cash to buy some silver, nobody spoke to me for 3-4 minutes which is understandable as they were busy. My issue is that instead of being greeted or asked what I was in for, or how long the wait would be I was instead told to put on a mask. Apparently pushing a political agenda is more important to these folks than making sales.
Julie Moulton
Dec 31, 2021
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After losing the diamond in my wedding ring last year, I finally made to move to have the repair done. Jeffrey Caron and the team at Maine Gold & Silver came through, replacing the diamond, doing rhodium plating, fixing the prongs on the main setting as well as on the smaller two diamonds within a week all for under $500 and the ring looks more beautiful than the day it was given to me! Plus, Jeffrey and the staff dealt with my emotional outburst after seeing the ring for the first time.
They accepted my apology with professionalism, dignity and grace. I am truly happy with the results, am so appreciative of the quality of work and will never go anywhere else for repairs and purchases. (Jeffrey also taught me that what people might think is part of the original setting might be more of a biology lesson, if you will. You're welcome.)
They accepted my apology with professionalism, dignity and grace. I am truly happy with the results, am so appreciative of the quality of work and will never go anywhere else for repairs and purchases. (Jeffrey also taught me that what people might think is part of the original setting might be more of a biology lesson, if you will. You're welcome.)
