Sell Gold Coins

Sell Gold Coins for Cash

Sell gold coins with Moonstone Gold through our UK postal valuation service. Whether you have a Sovereign, a Krugerrand or a collection of bullion coins, we assess your items and provide an offer before you decide whether to sell.

First, tell us which coins you have and request a free insured selling pack. Then, follow the supplied posting instructions. If you accept our offer, we arrange payment by bank transfer; if you decline, we return your items free of charge.

Before getting started, read our customer reviews or contact our team with questions about your coins.

Which Gold Coins Can You Sell?

We assess a range of gold coins from the UK and overseas. For example, our dedicated guides cover the following coin types:

• Gold Sovereigns
• Gold Britannias
• South African Krugerrands
• American Gold Eagles
• Canadian Gold Maple Leafs

If your coin is not listed, send us its name, year and any visible markings when enquiring. However, do not assume a gold-coloured commemorative coin contains solid gold. Its composition needs to be established before a gold valuation is possible.

How to Sell Gold Coins in Three Steps

Step 1: Request Your Free Pack

Complete the form below with your contact details and a description of the coins you want to send. If you are unsure of a coin's weight or purity, explain that rather than guessing.

Step 2: Send Your Coins for Assessment

Next, use the prepaid, tracked and insured Royal Mail service supplied with your pack. Follow the packing instructions and keep your postal receipt. For items worth more than £2,500, contact us before posting to discuss suitable insurance arrangements.

Step 3: Review Your Offer

Once your coins arrive, we assess them and aim to contact you with an offer within 24 hours. You can then choose whether to sell gold coins at the quoted amount. If anything is unclear, ask for an explanation before accepting.

How Much Are Your Gold Coins Worth?

When you sell gold coins for their metal value, the main factors are the confirmed gold content and the applicable buying rate. However, a coin may also have collector value, so a metal-based estimate does not always represent its full resale potential.

Start with our current valuation rates for pricing information. Then, check whether an estimate uses the coin's total alloy weight or its fine gold content. Those figures are not interchangeable for coins made from gold alloys.

Weight and Purity

For example, two coins with the same total weight can contain different amounts of gold if their purities differ. Likewise, a capsule, presentation box or mount should not be included as gold weight in a calculator.

If you use our gold price calculator, select the appropriate purity and enter the relevant weight in grams. A rate for a particular carat already accounts for that purity, so do not apply the same adjustment twice.

The Buying Rate and Final Payment

A market benchmark is not automatically the amount a buyer will pay. Therefore, when you compare offers to sell gold coins, ask which rate applies and whether any fees or deductions affect the final payment.

Also, note the date of an estimate. Prices can change before your coins arrive, and the confirmed offer follows assessment of the items received. Keep the estimate so you can discuss any difference.

Check for Collector Value Before Selling

Some coins appeal to collectors because of their date, rarity, condition or particular issue. As a result, an offer based only on gold content may not capture all their value. If you believe a coin is unusual, consider a specialist coin valuation before choosing a selling route.

The Royal Mint's guidance on bullion and collectable items distinguishes its bullion service from options for older coins and collector valuations.

In your enquiry, mention any certificates, original packaging or information about the coin's history. However, keep your description factual: a presentation box alone does not establish rarity or a premium. This helps you compare a bullion offer with any specialist advice you obtain.

Preparing to Sell Gold Coins by Post

First, make a list of the coins you plan to send, including their names, years and quantities where known. Next, take clear photographs for your own records. If several coins look similar, label your list carefully so you can distinguish them.

Follow the instructions supplied with your pack and check that the insurance arrangements suit the value being sent. If you are uncertain about packaging, mounts or protective capsules, ask our team before posting.

Finally, retain the receipt and tracking reference until the transaction is complete. Use current contact details on the form so we can reach you to discuss the valuation.

When Will You Receive Payment?

Once you accept our offer, we pay you immediately by bank transfer.

If you decide not to sell gold coins at the offered price, we return your items free of charge through our insured postal service. You can review the valuation before making that decision.

Compare Offers Before You Decide

To compare gold coin buyers, use the same coin details for each enquiry. Then, review the full service alongside the amount offered:

• Does the valuation cover each coin you listed?
• Is the offer based on gold content, collector value or both?
• What amount would you receive after any stated deductions?
• How long is the offer available?
• What insurance, payment and return terms apply?

If you have several coins, ask for clarification where the breakdown is unclear. Similarly, compare the total payable amount rather than assuming the highest advertised rate will produce the best offer for your particular collection.

Ready to Sell Gold Coins?

Use the pack request form above to begin, or contact our team for help identifying the next step. You can also explore the Moonstone Gold Blog for further guidance on valuations and preparing your items.