Question 1

What do you buy?

Accepted Answer

If it's precious metal or fine craftsmanship, we'll almost certainly buy it - even broken, unworn, or unidentified. That includes gold of any carat and colour (9ct to 24ct, yellow, white or rose), silver of any purity, scrap and broken gold, sovereigns, Britannias, Krugerrands and gold bars, diamond and gemstone jewellery, luxury watches (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Cartier and others, with or without papers), designer handbags, and antique, vintage and inherited pieces. We don't buy gold leaf, gold dust, gold-plated or rolled-gold items, or gold teeth.

Question 2

How will I get paid?

Accepted Answer

By bank transfer, on the same day you accept our offer - usually within hours. No fees, no deductions, no cheque-clearing wait. The figure we quote is the figure that lands in your account.

Question 3

How does selling to you work?

Accepted Answer

Three routes - pick what suits you. One: a private appointment at our Ascot office on St George's Lane, where everything is weighed and tested in front of you. Two: a home visit by appointment across Berkshire, Surrey and West London - the usual route for collections or where travel is difficult. Three: insured post via Royal Mail Special Delivery. From first photo to money in your account, the typical timeline is two to four working days - same-day if you visit us.

Question 4

How do I find the carat of my gold?

Accepted Answer

Look for the hallmark - the tiny official stamps, usually somewhere discreet like the inside of a ring band (a magnifying glass helps). The purity number tells you the carat: 375 means 9ct, 585 means 14ct, 750 means 18ct, 916 means 22ct, and 990 or 999 means 24ct.

Question 5

What if my gold has no hallmark?

Accepted Answer

No problem - older pieces, imported jewellery and much 22ct Asian gold carry no UK hallmark. We test unhallmarked items in front of you, at no charge, and quote from the tested purity. A missing stamp never means a lower price for the same metal.

Question 6

How do your prices compare with other gold buyers?

Accepted Answer

High-street gold counters typically pay 50-70% of the spot price; even large online buyers often sit around 70%. Our per-gram rates are published live on our gold calculator so you can check them against the spot price yourself before you contact us - we're comfortable being checked. And because we're specialists rather than a melt-everything operation, signed, period and gem-set pieces are priced on their jewellery value, which can be a multiple of their weight value.

Question 7

Are there any hidden fees? Will the quote change?

Accepted Answer

The written figure we give you is the figure we pay - no admin fees, no testing fees, no handling deductions, no revising the offer once your items arrive. A written offer stays open while you think; if the gold market moves significantly before you decide, we requote transparently - in either direction.

Question 8

What if I decide not to sell?

Accepted Answer

Then you don't sell - no fee, no pressure, no questions.

Question 9

Does it matter if my item is in poor condition?

Accepted Answer

For weight-priced gold, not at all - broken, tangled or worn gold prices the same per gram. For watches, signed jewellery and handbags, condition does affect value, and we'll show you exactly how in the written breakdown. One tip: never polish, repair or clean a piece before a valuation - amateur restoration usually removes value, especially on antiques.

Question 10

What happens to diamonds and gemstones in my jewellery?

Accepted Answer

This is where we differ from most postal gold buyers - and it matters. Many melt-value buyers remove your stones and discard them, paying you nothing for them. We value stones properly: diamonds are assessed on the Four Cs (certificates help, GIA especially), and quality gemstones are priced into the offer. A diamond ring should never be sold for the weight of its band. If a stone genuinely carries no market value, we tell you before anything is agreed - and you're welcome to keep it.

Question 11

How can I estimate the weight of my gold?

Accepted Answer

As a rough guide: a small ring is 3-5g, a wedding band 5-10g, a thin bracelet 8-12g, a thick bracelet 20g or more, a thin chain 10-15g, a heavy chain 25g or more, a chain with pendant 6-12g, a pair of earrings 3-5g, and a 22ct bangle 15-30g. Enter the weight and carat into our gold calculator for an instant figure at today's rate. And if you're guessing, don't worry - we weigh everything on calibrated scales in front of you before any offer is made.

Question 12

Can I sell broken gold?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Broken gold, scrap gold and damaged jewellery can still hold significant value. We assess by weight and verified purity.

Question 13

Do you buy gold coins and bars?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We value gold coins, sovereigns, bullion and gold bars based on weight, purity and current market conditions.

Question 14

Do I need an appointment?

Accepted Answer

Appointments are recommended, but not always required. You can contact us in advance to arrange a convenient time, especially if you have multiple items or higher-value jewellery to sell.

This helps us give you the time and attention needed for a proper valuation.

Question 15

Is the calculator price guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

No. The calculator provides a guide price only. Final offers depend on inspection, market price, purity verification and item condition.

Question 16

Can I upload multiple photos?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can upload multiple photos from different angles to help us assess your items — hallmarks, stones, clasps, boxes and certificates where available.

Question 17

Do I need ID when selling?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Valid ID may be required for security, compliance and fraud prevention.

Question 18

Am I under pressure to sell?

Accepted Answer

No. You are under no obligation. Our specialists provide a clear valuation; the decision to accept is entirely yours.

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