Since 1974, Elias Imports has operated as a gold, diamond, and estate jewelry buying business serving the Atlanta area from its location at 3514 Chamblee-Tucker Road, Atlanta, GA 30341, in DeKalb County near the Spaghetti Junction interchange of I-85 and I-285. The business draws customers from Gwinnett, Fulton, Lawrenceville, Duluth, Stone Mountain, Doraville, Chamblee, and surrounding communities, with free parking available on-site.
The firm purchases gold jewelry of all varieties, estate jewelry, diamonds (round stones ranging from one-quarter to two carats), platinum, gold and silver coins, sterling silver flatware and holloware, and watches stamped 14K or 18K. All items undergo testing and appraisal by an experienced jeweler and Graduate Gemologist before an offer is made.
Elias G. Hatoun, a Graduate Gemologist credentialed through the Gemological Institute of America, leads the appraisal process and provides detailed written appraisals for insurance purposes. The evaluation method involves testing gold purity, weighing each piece, and applying current gold spot prices to calculate the offer amount. Payment is issued by check immediately at the time of sale, and a bank located across the street from the business makes cashing convenient.
The firm emphasizes its low overhead compared to retail jewelry stores, citing this as a factor that allows competitive offers to customers. Elias Imports previously operated retail locations at the Atlanta Antique Center, Atlanta Apparel Mart, and Perimeter Mall.
Operating hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday, 2 PM to 7 PM, by appointment only. Customers are encouraged to call 30 to 45 minutes before arriving. Contact the business at (770) 457-1277 or saile11@comcast.net.