Why 25 Year Old “Golden Age” Electronic Devices Contain the Most Gold
It’s a good idea to collect large quantities of little smartphones that were made in the last five years – batches of 50, 100 or more – and send them to us to be recycled. The same is true for remotes. But let’s face realities. In order to make a good return on having us recycle them for you, you need a lot of them.
There are other older electronic devices that can put a lot more money in your pocket. We are talking about larger-sized electronic items that were manufactured between about 20 and 30 years ago. Let’s call it “the golden age” of electronics, because that was the time when comparatively large quantities of gold were used to make them.
Why are these items likely to pay you a sizeable return? They are still easy to find in junkshops and yard sales. You can even find them in the electronics recycling dumpster at your town recycling facility (be sure to ask permission before carting them away).
What Should You Be Looking For?
Here are some “golden age” items that have large printed circuit boards and therefore, comparatively large quantities of gold.
Jumbo old video-playing devices like VCRs and Sony Betamax players.
Old camcorders – the bigger the better.
Early digital still cameras – again, the bigger the better.
Big old desktop computers and peripheral devices like modems and scanners.
Old televisions – some old pre-flatscreen large living room models can contain gold that is worth $5.00 or more.
Old stereo components including amplifiers and receivers.
Electronic keyboards and musical instruments, which were “hot” items around 1990.
Early game consoles from Nintendo and Atari.
HAM radios, shortwave radios, and other large communication devices that were popular with hobbyists.
Coffee makers, toaster ovens, and other kitchen equipment.
Got Those Items? Call Our Experts to Find Out What They Could Be Worth
Our precious metal consultants are here to discuss all your precious metal scrap – we’ll explain what your “discoveries” might contain, how we can test them for you, and more. Whether you have gold scrap, silver scrap or something else, be sure to call us at 800-426-2344 to learn more. We are an electronics recycler near you – as close as your phone.