Listing № 62751 · Cape Coral, FL
John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio
Jeweler in Cape Coral, Florida · Est. 1986 (40 years)
1331 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL 33904
Sells: Jewelry. Inventory categories & services
Buys: Estates & inherited coins, Gold jewelry & scrap, Sterling silver, Diamonds. What they buy & services
Photos from John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio's website
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John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio is a jeweler that also buys coins. For a whole collection, rare dates or graded coins, a dedicated coin shop will usually know the numismatic value better.
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What John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio buys and does
From John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio's own website (4 pages read). Hover a ✓ to see their wording.
They buy
- Estates & inherited coins
- Gold jewelry & scrap
- Sterling silver
- Diamonds
- Watches
- Militaria
Services
- Insurance & estate appraisals
Specialties: estate sales · custom jewelry design · military items · antique and vintage jewelry · insurance appraisals. Also sells: Jewelry.
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What recent customers report
We read the 60 most recent public Google reviews (Nov 2025 – Oct 2026) and counted what they mention. We don't republish reviews. Read them on Google ↗
- Recent rating
- 4.9★
- last 60 reviews
- Reviews, past 12 months
- 60+
- busy shop
- Owner replies
- 3%
- 0 of 1 one- or two-star
- Fair-offer mentions
- 1
- too few offer mentions
Praised for
- Friendly, welcoming25 of 58
- Knowledgeable13 of 58
- Good selection10 of 58
- Patient with beginners5 of 58
- Explained the process4 of 58
- Quick, efficient3 of 58
Complaints
- Wouldn't buy / turned away1 of 58
What people brought in
- Gold jewelry & scrap ×2
Bought coins or bullion (17) · Sold coins or metal (3)
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Trust record
Better Business Bureau
No BBB profile found for this business. That's common for small shops and isn't a red flag on its own.
Credentials & licenses
- No third-party numismatic credential found.
Who you'll deal with
- Bob Lanzieri · owner
- ◆Owner Bob Lanzieri buys coins and military items to keep historical artifacts from being discarded
- ◆Runs full-service estate sales with over 30 years of experience
- ◆Designs custom jewelry in house, carving wax models before using gold or silver
- ◆Owner supports the community and special needs individuals
- ◆Handles all jewelry repairs on site
Source: John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio's website, read Oct 2026.
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Before you sell here
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Know your metal floor before you walk in.
Gold is — and silver — an ounce right now. Our offer checker shows what your coins are worth in metal and whether an offer is fair.
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Know Florida's seller rules.
When a walk-in Florida secondhand dealer buys used jewelry, scrap gold or silver, or other secondhand goods from you, state law requires the following: a government-issued photo ID, your right thumbprint, your contact details and physical description, and a signed statement that you own the goods or may sell them. You must be 18 or older.
Walk-in secondhand dealers (s. 538.06(1)): may not sell, alter or otherwise dispose of a precious metal, gemstone, jewelry item, antique or art item for 30 calendar days after acquiring it, or of other secondhand goods for 15 calendar days.
Source: Chapter 538, Florida Statutes (2026) - Secondhand Dealers and Secondary Metals Recyclers (ss. 538.03, 538.04, 538.06, 538.09, 538.15, 538.17, 538.18, 538.235, 538.31-538.36), Chapter 539, Florida Statutes (2026) - Florida Pawnbroking Act (s. 539.001; s. 539.002) · All Florida rules
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Call ahead for anything bigger than a few coins.
Ask whether the person who prices collections is in that day, and whether they pay by cash or check for larger amounts.
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Get a second offer.
There are 14 other coin buyers within 10 miles — compare them below. Read how to sell a coin collection first if this is your first time.
Questions to ask John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio
We couldn't confirm these from public sources, so ask before you go:
- What would you pay today for a 1 oz American Silver Eagle, and for $1 face value of pre-1965 silver? (Ask two shops the same question to compare.)
- Is an appraisal free, or free only if I sell to you? Do you put it in writing?
- How do you pay for larger amounts — cash, check or wire — and is there a cash limit?
- Do I need an appointment to sell a whole collection?
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Compare coin buyers near Cape Coral
How it compares in Cape Coral
- Google reviews2nd of 6 · 223
- Reviews in the past year1st of 6 · 60
- Owner replies to reviews3rd of 6 · 3%
- Hours open per week2nd of 4 · 41 h
Among 6 coin buyers we list in Cape Coral. Ranks describe one measure each; none is a verdict.
If this shop isn't the right fit
- Nearest dedicated coin shop: Cape Coral Coin and Jewelry Exchange~0.3 mi
- Nearest open on Sunday: Gannon's Antiques and Art Center~7.0 mi
- Nearest NGC-authorized dealer: All American Coin~2.9 mi
- Nearest with free appraisals: The Coin and Jewelry Exchange~2.3 mi
| Dealer | Type | Distance | Fair-offer mentions | Sat / Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Michael's Diamond and Jewelry Studio (this shop) | Jeweler | — | 4.9★ (223) | — | Sat / – |
| Cape Coral Coin and Jewelry ExchangeCape Coral | Coin shop | 0.3 mi | 5.0★ (3) | — | – / – |
| NumizmaticsCape Coral | Coin shop | 5.2 mi | 5.0★ (1) | — | – / – |
| Greco JewelersCape Coral | Jeweler | 0.7 mi | 4.9★ (325) | 50% | Sat / – |
| Fort Myers Gold ExchangeCape Coral | Gold & silver buyer | 6.9 mi | 4.6★ (100) | 89% | Sat / – |
| Larrys PawnCape Coral | Pawn shop | 0.4 mi | 3.3★ (85) | 83% | Sat / – |
| The Coin and Jewelry ExchangeFort Myers | Coin shop | 2.3 mi | 4.7★ (206) | 89% | – / – |
| All American CoinFort Myers | Coin shop | 2.9 mi | 3.6★ (19) | — | – / – |
| Gulf Coast Jewelry and LoanFort Myers | Coin shop | 4.7 mi | 4.9★ (359) | — | Sat / – |