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A Circular Study of Gold at MUR LEN.


Gold never really leaves. It moves. It’s worn, forgotten, inherited, broken, and reborn.
The Gold Archive is MUR LEN’s ongoing practice of taking back gold—whole or in pieces—and folding it into future studies, future collections, and future work.

How the Trade-in Desk Works 


01 — SUBMIT YOUR PIECE
CLICK HERE → Fill out This Gold Archive request form with:
  • Clear photos of the piece (front, back, any hallmarks)
  • Approximate karat (if known)
  • Any relevant history (MUR LEN piece, heirloom, estate find, etc.)

You’ll receive a response from Crystal directly with next steps and an initial expectation for evaluation.


02 — SHIP YOUR GOLD
If your piece is a fit for the Archive, we’ll email you a pre-paid shipping label.
  • You pack and drop it off using that label.
  • The shipment includes standard carrier coverage only.
  • If you’d like additional insurance, you’re responsible for arranging it separately before sending.

Pieces can be:
  • Whole or broken
  • Missing stones
  • Non-functioning (clasps, chains, hinges, etc.)

As long as the gold content is there, we can consider it.


03 — AUTHENTICITY AND QUALITY CHECKOnce your piece arrives at the studio, it is personally inspected and tested for:
  • Gold purity (karat)
  • Weight
  • Authenticity (solid gold vs. plating or filled)

If a piece is not solid gold or does not meet our material criteria, we’ll let you know and arrange to return it to you.


04 — Final valuation & store credit
After review, we’ll email you a formal offer in MUR LEN store credit.
  • Valuations are based on current gold scrap value,
  • Adjusted slightly below to account for refining, melting, and studio costs.
  • Compensation is issued as MUR LEN store credit only.
    • No cash payouts.
    • Credit can be used on future MUR LEN offerings online or in the showroom.

You’ll have a set window (for example, 7–10 days) to confirm.
Once you accept:
  • Your credit is issued.
  • Your piece officially enters The Gold Archive and may be melted, re-worked, or archived for future studies.

What We Accept


The Gold Archive is focused on solid gold pieces intended for melting and re-use:
  • 10-22k solid gold
  • Whole or broken pieces
  • Single earrings or mismatched pairs
  • Pieces with missing stones or damaged settings
  • WHOLE sterling silver pieces

At this time, we do not accept:
  • Gold-plated, gold-filled, or vermeil pieces
  • Costume jewelry
  • Silver-only scrap
  • Loose stones for valuation

* Final acceptance is always at MUR LEN’s discretion after physical inspection.*
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Store Credit Details Why The Gold Archive Exists


  • All valuations are provided as MUR LEN store credit only.
  • Store credit may be used on:
    • Future jewelry offerings
    • Selected objects or collaborations (as specified on the site at time of use)
  • Credit is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
  • Credit will be issued in your name and tied to your email.

Your gold becomes part of the next chapter of MUR LEN.
You receive future value in return.

Why The Gold Archive Exists 


The Gold Archive is a way to:
  • Keep gold in circulation instead of in drawers
  • Build future work out of existing material
  • Honor the permanence of gold while allowing forms to change

Nothing gold is wasted.
What you no longer wear can become part of something new—another study, another body, another moment in time.


FAQ


01 — Can I send in scrap or broken pieces?
Yes. We accept whole, broken, or scrap pieces as long as they are solid gold and meet our material criteria.

02 — What if my piece isn’t authentic gold?
If testing shows it’s not solid gold (or not the karat expected), we’ll notify you and arrange a return. No store credit will be issued in that case.

03 — Do you include additional insurance on shipping?
We cover standard carrier coverage via the pre-paid label. Any additional insurance beyond that must be arranged and paid for by you prior to shipping.

04 — How is my rate calculated?
Your offer is based on:
  • The tested karat of the gold
  • The precise weight of the piece
  • The current scrap gold rate at the time of evaluation
  • Less a small margin to cover refining, melting, and studio costs

05 — What happens to my piece after I accept the offer?
Once accepted, your piece is either:
  • Melted down into raw material for future MUR LEN work, or
  • Preserved as part of our internal archive and may appear in future studies, experiments, or limited works.

MUR LEN CONSIGNMENT DESK


Sell your gold through MUR LEN.

Some pieces you’re ready to let go of, but not ready to drop in a generic gold bin. The MUR LEN Consignment Desk exists for those: pieces with a story, a weight, a presence sold thoughtfully, at the right time, to the right person. You trust us with your gold. We sell it on your behalf and you’re paid once the piece finds a new body.


How Consignment with MUR LEN Works


01 — SUBMIT YOUR PIECE FOR REVIEW

CLICK HERE →  Fill out this Consignment Desk request form with:
clear photos of the piece (front, back, hallmarks), approximate karat and size (if known), any relevant history (maker, provenance, how you acquired it), and your ideal or expected price range. You’ll receive a response from Crystal with whether it’s a fit for MUR LEN consignment and next steps.

02 — SHIP YOUR PIECE TO THE STUDIO
If approved in principle, we’ll email you a pre-paid shipping label. You pack and ship the piece using that label. The shipment includes standard carrier coverage only. If you’d like additional insurance, you are responsible for arranging and paying for it before sending. Pieces must arrive in sellable condition. Light wear is fine; patina is welcome. Significant damage, missing stones, or repair needs may affect acceptance or commission split.

03 — AUTHENTICITY, CONDITION & PRICING

When the piece arrives, it is personally evaluated for gold purity (karat), weight, authenticity, and overall condition. If everything checks out, we’ll confirm the listing price (or price range), the commission split, and the consignment period (for example, up to 6 months unless otherwise agreed). If the piece is not a fit after inspection, we’ll let you know and arrange to send it back.

04 — LISTING & SELLING THROUGH MUR LEN

Once accepted, we prepare your piece for sale. This may include professional cleaning and light polishing, photography in the MUR LEN visual language, a written description, and listing online or in the showroom. We handle all client communication, sales, and fulfillment. You do not need to take any further action once the piece is live.

05 — COMMISSION & PAYOUT AFTER SALE

You are paid only after the piece sells (and any return window has closed). Commission splits range from 80/20 to 40/60 (you on the left, MUR LEN on the right), depending on the final listing price, rarity, and level of work required. Higher-value or special pieces may receive up to 80% to you / 20% to MUR LEN. More modest or labor-intensive pieces may fall closer to 60% to you / 40% to MUR LEN. Your exact split will be confirmed in writing before we list the piece. Payouts are issued after the sale via bank transfer or an agreed method. You may also choose to receive your payout as MUR LEN store credit.

What We Accept on Consignment


We focus on solid gold jewelry aligned with the MUR LEN world: vintage and antique 10k–22k gold, rings, bands, chains, pendants, bracelets, charms, and unique or unusual silhouettes and objects.

We typically do not accept gold-plated, gold-filled, or vermeil jewelry, costume jewelry, heavily damaged pieces, or loose stones unless part of a complete piece. Final acceptance is always at MUR LEN’s discretion after physical inspection.

Consignment FAQ


01 — When do I get paid?
You are paid only after the piece sells and any applicable return window has closed.

02 — How long will you keep my piece on consignment?
We’ll agree on a consignment period (for example, up to 6 months). If it doesn’t sell, we can discuss a price adjustment, continued consignment, or returning it to you.

03 — How is my commission percentage decided?
Your commission split is based on the listing price, rarity, and required prep work. You’ll know your exact percentage and expected payout before the piece is listed.

04 — What if you decide not to take my piece after seeing it in person?
If it’s not a fit for MUR LEN, we’ll notify you and return it.

05 — Can I consign multiple pieces at once?
Yes. Each piece will be evaluated, priced, and assigned its own commission split.
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