Gold Buyer Near Streator, IL
Streator is about 80 minutes from We Buy Gold: Route 23 north to Ottawa, then Route 71 northeast toward Oswego and on to 1335 Douglas Ave, Ste G in Montgomery. It's the longest drive of the towns we list, and it can still be worth making, because seeing your gold tested in person and leaving paid that day is a different experience from shipping it off. If the trip isn't practical, you can sell by mail instead.
Streator quick facts
- Drive
- About 80 minutes, 57 miles, no tolls
- Roads
- Route 23 up to Ottawa, then Route 71 east
- At the store
- Each item tested in plain view
- Payment
- Same visit, if you sell
- Prefer not to drive?
- Free mail-in kit available
What you get by coming in person
Mail-in works well for plenty of people. But a few things only come with a visit, and they can make the drive worth it:
- You see it happen. Your gold is tested and weighed right where you can see it, not described to you afterward.
- You can ask anything. What's real gold, what karat it is, why a piece is valued the way it is: you get answers on the spot.
- You decide piece by piece. Hold something back after you see its value. Nothing is final until you say so.
- You leave with payment. No waiting for a package to arrive or an offer to come back.
Making an 80-minute trip worthwhile
- Gather everything first. Bring all the gold you're thinking of selling, from every jewelry box and drawer, so one trip covers it all.
- Bring the uncertain pieces. If you can't tell whether something is real, bring it and we'll test it.
- Call ahead with a large collection. Let us know at (630) 593-3510, and we'll be ready for you when you arrive.
- Look up today's hours. They're at the end of this page and on Google.
What we buy
- Rings
- Chains & necklaces
- Bracelets
- Broken or tangled jewelry
- Gold with missing stones
- Scrap gold
- Damaged gold jewelry
- Inherited & estate jewelry
All karats, 6K to 24K. We don't buy gold-plated or gold-filled items.
Not sure if it's real gold? Bring it in. We'll test it for you.
The drive from Streator
From Main St and Park St, head north on Route 23 for about 15 miles into Ottawa, then turn right onto Route 71 east. Stay on Route 71 northeast into Oswego. For the final stretch, turn left at Orchard Rd, follow it north to US-30, and head east. Exit toward Douglas Rd, turn left, and look for us on the left side of Douglas Ave. You'll cover about 57 miles without paying a single toll.
What to expect when you visit
Walk in
No appointment needed. Just bring your gold.We test it in front of you
Everything is tested and weighed right before your eyes, and you get a clear offer based on today's gold price, with the full breakdown.Accept your offer
Get paid for the gold you weren't using.
What customers say
I recently used the mail in gold service from We Buy Gold in Montgomery and had a great experience from start to finish. The offer I received was v…
I felt confident with the professionalism of this place. I felt genuine empathy and compassion for selling my sentimental pieces. There was no rush…
Five stars! Smooth process, fair prices, and super friendly staff who made selling my gold quick and easy. Highly recommend this spot if you're in …
Just left We Buy Gold, not disappointed one single bit! Very fair, up front and honest. I will be checking out more of my jewelry to see if there's…
I was nervous about mailing in my jewelry but this whole process was so easy and transparent. The offer was higher than I expected, and payment cam…
Came in to sell a few gold chains I'd had for years. Got a great price, the staff were professional and knowledgeable. No pressure at all. Walked o…
Best experience I've ever had selling jewelry. Honest, fast, and they explained everything clearly. I got paid same day. I've already referred two …
The mail-in process was seamless from start to finish. The prepaid FedEx label made shipping easy, and I got my offer within 24 hours of them recei…
I recently used the mail in gold service from We Buy Gold in Montgomery and had a great experience from start to finish. The offer I received was v…
I felt confident with the professionalism of this place. I felt genuine empathy and compassion for selling my sentimental pieces. There was no rush…
Five stars! Smooth process, fair prices, and super friendly staff who made selling my gold quick and easy. Highly recommend this spot if you're in …
Just left We Buy Gold, not disappointed one single bit! Very fair, up front and honest. I will be checking out more of my jewelry to see if there's…
I was nervous about mailing in my jewelry but this whole process was so easy and transparent. The offer was higher than I expected, and payment cam…
Came in to sell a few gold chains I'd had for years. Got a great price, the staff were professional and knowledgeable. No pressure at all. Walked o…
Best experience I've ever had selling jewelry. Honest, fast, and they explained everything clearly. I got paid same day. I've already referred two …
The mail-in process was seamless from start to finish. The prepaid FedEx label made shipping easy, and I got my offer within 24 hours of them recei…
Too far to visit?
Sell by mail with MailGoldOnline, our free, protected mail-in service, from anywhere in the U.S.
Get My Free Mail-In Kit →Streator FAQ
How much time should I plan for the drive?
About 80 minutes each way, on Route 23 and Route 71.
Why would I drive instead of mailing my gold?
In person, you see the testing, ask questions as they come up and leave with your money.
Can I still sell by mail from Streator?
Yes. Request a free kit, and your gold ships to us with protected shipping.
Is an appointment required?
No, walk-ins are welcome. Bringing a large amount? Call first and we'll reserve time.
What if some pieces turn out not to be gold?
We point them out, and you take them back home.
Also near Streator
Sellers also reach us from Ottawa, LaSalle, Grand Ridge, Kangley and Ransom.
Visit our Montgomery store page
Location and hours
- Monday–Saturday10am–7pm
- Sunday10am–6pm
Free parking right outside the store.
1335 Douglas Ave, Ste G, Montgomery, IL 60538, at the corner of Douglas Ave and Montgomery Rd
Questions? Call Us