The Front Range now has a local source for trading in that lone earring, old high school ring or broken chain – Front Range Gold.Elizabeth Shannon and Ginger Young, co-owners of Front Range Gold, understand the need for a few extra dollars in today’s economy and believe in the “unsales” process. “Our job is to educate people about what they have and its value,” Shannon said. “They can then make an informed decision about whether or not to sell.”Shannon and Young believe personal service is important in ensuring the customer is happy and is offered the best price based on the current value of gold.Certified by the Gemological Institute of America, Young has helped people make informed decisions about gold since 1984. While living in the Washington, D.C. area, Young shared her skills as a gemologist and jeweler to help the Justice Department, the Internal Revenue Service, members of Congress and former cabinet members.Now, she’s brought those skills to Falcon.”We want to keep it simple and do well by the community,” Young said.Those seeking information on the value of their gold can call and schedule an appointment at Front Range Gold. They offer appraisals on the spot and customers can leave with a check in their hands. They also take photos of jewelry and send the photos to their assayer for a final appraisal.Shannon and Young do not promote “gold-for-cash” parties. “By the time everyone’s upline gets paid, the value of the gold to the seller has decreased significantly,” Shannon said. “However, we do support fundraisers for local organizations.” With 10 percent of the proceeds returned to the sponsoring organization, the amount raised can be significant. “We want to help families and organizations in our community,” Young said. “That’s our happiness.”For more information or to make an appointment, check out the Web site at www.frontrangegold.com.
