Government Seized Jewelry & Precious Metals Auctions
Government and law-enforcement agencies auction jewelry and precious metals - gold and silver chains, rings, bracelets, diamonds, and gemstones - much of it seized, forfeited, or unclaimed, sold at a fraction of appraised value.
Government and law-enforcement agencies auction jewelry and precious metals seized in investigations, forfeited, or left unclaimed in evidence rooms. Find gold and silver chains, rings, bracelets, earrings, diamonds, and gemstones - sold as-is at public auction, often well below retail or appraised value.
2072 active jewelry auctions across 5 official government sources, updated daily.Last updated: 2026-07-17
What they're worth: surplus jewelry typically sell for $45–$399 at government auction - median $109, based on 1,567 completed sales in the last year. Look up a specific item.
Market demand: jewelry sell about 50% of the time, typically ~5 bids, from 2,238 completed sales over the last year. See all categories.
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TiDDRs: NGC Collectible 1856 50C Coin 55AU - Encased (Almost/About) Uncirculated
San Diego, CA · 5 bids
925 Sterling Silver Bracelet
Mobile, AL · 5 bids
MONEY DROP SAFE - CAN SHIP - MA
Fall River, MA · 4 bids
Beautiful 1928 Gold $2.5 Indian Head
McCordsville, IN · 4 bids
Set of 2 Silver Bar - Lion & Buffalo
Woburn, MA · 4 bids
Sterling Silver Fashion Bangle Labeled Mary-Rita Padilla, Weight: 50.99 Grams, Size: 6"
Denver, CO · 4 bids
Liberty Bowl Watch 3
Fayetteville, AR · 4 bids
10K White Gold Floral Designed Diamond Stud Earrings
West Hills, CA · 1 bid
Silver 925 Ring with Stone
Woburn, MA · 1 bid
Silver 925 Italy Bracelet
Woburn, MA · 1 bid
Stunning Diamond & Star Sapphire Corundum Pendant and Chain 36.33 ctw
West Valley City, UT · 1 bid
Natural 12.21ctw Turquoise Natural Diamonds Pendant Necklace
West Valley City, UT · 1 bid
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I buy seized jewelry at government auctions?
- Seized and unclaimed jewelry is sold through official government auction platforms after legal forfeiture proceedings conclude. GovAuctions aggregates these jewelry and precious-metal listings into one free searchable feed.
- Is government auction jewelry real gold or silver?
- Listings range from solid karat gold and sterling silver to gold-clad and costume pieces, so always read the description and karat markings carefully. Items are sold as-is, so review photos and any appraisal details before bidding.