If you're wondering how to sell a diamond ring, Dawsons is here to help. Whether it's an engagement ring, an antique family heirloom, or a designer piece, our team of expert gemmologists and auction specialists will ensure you achieve the best possible price. With global marketing and a reputation for exceptional results, Dawsons is trusted by thousands of clients every year.
Selling your diamond ring at auction offers transparency, competitive bidding, and global exposure. Our dedicated team provides a free valuation, expert guidance, and access to an extensive network of international buyers. This means you benefit not only from professional handling, but also from a platform that maximises your ring's market potential.
The value of a diamond ring depends on several key factors, including the carat weight, cut, colour, clarity, and overall design or brand. Provenance, condition, and current market demand also play an important role.
At Dawsons, our qualified gemmologists and jewellery specialists provide free, expert valuations based on current market data. Whether you own a vintage piece or a modern designer ring, we’ll assess it thoroughly and help you understand its true worth at auction.
Ready to find out what your ring could achieve at auction? Use our simple online valuation form today.
NO SALE, NO FEE
We will not charge any fees if we fail to sell your diamond ring.
FAST PAYMENT
Receive sale proceeds within 30 days of auction.
PACK, SEND, SELL
Our free postal service for items valued from £300-£2,500.
Meet our Gemmologically qualified experts in our Hampstead Valuations Office.
Meet our Gemmologically qualified experts in our Maidenhead Valuations Office.
We regularly sell a wide variety of diamond rings, including:
Engagement rings of all eras
Antique and vintage diamond rings
Designer brands such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and Bvlgari
High-carat diamond solitaires
Coloured diamond rings
If you're unsure whether your ring is suitable for auction, our team is happy to advise—no obligation, no pressure.
Choosing Dawsons means partnering with a trusted UK auction house that delivers:
RICS and gemmology-qualified experts
Free and accurate current market valuations
No sale, no fee
Marketing to a global network of buyers
Record-breaking prices at auction
We're here to make the process seamless, secure, and successful.
From record-breaking diamond solitaires to vintage diamond treasures exceeding all expectations, Dawsons' expert team create dynamic professional content, marketed across multiple international platforms to ensure increased competitive bidding, and impressive sale results.
Simply request a free valuation using our online form. One of our jewellery specialists will assess your diamond ring and provide expert advice on the next steps for auction.
The value of your diamond ring depends on factors like carat weight, cut, colour, clarity, condition, and provenance. Our gemmology-qualified valuers will give you an accurate market valuation based on these attributes.
No — our expert valuations are completely free, with no obligation to sell.
We accept all types, including engagement rings, vintage and antique rings, designer brands (such as Cartier and Tiffany & Co.), and modern styles.
Yes. From the moment it arrives with us to the moment it sells, your diamond ring is fully insured under our specialist policy.
We sell at live international auctions with global bidding, often achieving far higher results than traditional buyers. Our clients benefit from expert marketing, specialist guidance, and complete transparency.
Diamond rings have long symbolised love, commitment, and timeless elegance. From Edwardian heirlooms to modern solitaire settings, these treasured pieces vary widely in design and value. At Dawsons, we handle everything from antique engagement rings to contemporary diamond jewellery with the care and expertise it deserves.
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If you're looking to sell a diamond ring, our team of experts can help you achieve the best possible price. We also offer specialist services for those looking to sell other types of jewellery or sell other types of valuable items.