Hammonasset Beach in Madison, Connecticut — Gold Buyers Connecticut, serving the Connecticut shoreline since 2010

Meet the Founders

John & Cemre Dogan— Founders & Lead Appraisers, Gold Buyers Connecticut

John Dogan — Founder of Gold Buyers Connecticut

John Dogan

Founder & Lead Appraiser

GIA Applied Jewelry Professional™ (AJP®)

4.6 · 23 Google reviews

Connecticut Shoreline's Most Trusted Precious Metals Buyer — Since 2010

I founded Gold Buyers Connecticut with a simple conviction: people deserve a gold buyer they can trust. Over more than a decade in the precious metals industry, I have personally evaluated and purchased thousands of items — from family heirlooms and estate collections to investment-grade bullion and rare collectible coins — always with a commitment to accuracy, transparency, and respect for every client.

My expertise spans the full spectrum of precious metals: gold and silver jewelry of every karat and style, loose and set diamonds, estate and antique pieces, luxury timepieces, and numismatic coins. Every item I evaluate is tested with professional-grade equipment and priced against live market data — not a wholesale lowball. I explain the process clearly and completely before making any offer, so you always understand exactly what your items are worth and why.

I hold the GIA Applied Jewelry Professional™ (AJP®) credential from the Gemological Institute of America, complementing my hands-on experience evaluating jewelry and gemstones.

What sets Gold Buyers Connecticut apart is straightforward: when you call us, you speak directly with me — the owner and appraiser. There are no commissioned sales representatives, no pressure tactics, and no hidden deductions. I have built this business on referrals and repeat clients, which means your experience and your trust matter far more than any single transaction.

Whether you're settling an estate, clearing out a jewelry box, or liquidating a precious metals investment, I am here to provide a professional, pressure-free evaluation and a fair, same-day offer. I serve all of Connecticut Shoreline with mobile appointments available throughout Middlesex, New London, and New Haven Counties.

GIA Applied Jewelry Professional™ (AJP®)
Licensed Connecticut precious metals dealer
10,000+ transactions completed since 2010
Mobile appraisals available throughout Connecticut Shoreline
Real-time market pricing — no lowball estimates
Specialist in estate jewelry & numismatics
Same-day payment by check or Zelle

A Family Tradition Since 2010

Cemre DoganFounder & Lead Appraiser

Cemre has worked in the Dogan family business since 2010, learning the trade the way it has been passed down for generations: by examining real pieces, listening to customers, and treating every item with care. Years spent alongside family gave him a practical understanding of gold, silver, jewelry, coins, and watches that cannot be learned from price charts alone.

As a founder and lead appraiser at Gold Buyers Connecticut, Cemre combines that hands-on experience with professional testing and current market data. He takes time to walk clients through hallmarks, purity, weight, condition, and market value, making sure each offer is clear and every question is answered before a decision is made.

Cemre knows that jewelry often arrives with a story. It may be part of an estate, a family collection, or simply something a client is ready to let go. His approach is patient, straightforward, and never rushed. For him, a successful appraisal is not only about reaching a fair number; it is about making the person across the table feel informed and respected.

Whether he is evaluating a single ring or an entire collection, Cemre brings the same attention to detail and family-business values that have guided the Dogans since 2010.

Family-business experience since 2010
Gold, silver & jewelry appraisal
Clear explanations at every step
Professional, pressure-free service
Cemre Dogan — Founder and Lead Appraiser at Gold Buyers Connecticut

Cemre Dogan

Founder & Lead Appraiser

Serving families through the Dogan family business since 2010.

Licensed Business

Connecticut registered

Fair Market Value

Live spot pricing

10+ Years

In the industry

10,000+

Transactions completed

Watch & Learn on YouTube

John shares free educational content on his YouTube channel — covering how to identify gold and silver hallmarks, understanding market trends, spotting fakes, and getting the most value when selling your precious metals.