Sell Gold for Cash in the UK

Sell gold for cash with Moonstone Gold through our UK postal service. Request a free insured Gold Selling Pack, receive a no-obligation valuation and get immediate payment by bank transfer after accepting our offer.

We assess unwanted jewellery, coins, bullion and other suitable gold items. Also, we explain the offer before you decide. If you decline, we return your items free of charge through our insured delivery service.

You may list items for sale here if you have the details ready by clicking "Add Item," but it's not required.

What Can You Sell for Cash?

Gold does not need to be new or wearable to have value. For example, a snapped chain or an incomplete pair of earrings can still contain recoverable gold. You do not need to arrange repairs before requesting an assessment.

If you are unsure about an item, contact us before posting. Keep any purchase records, certificates or previous valuations that may help identify it.

How to Sell Gold for Cash Online

  1. Request your pack: complete the form below with your contact details and information about your items.
  2. Send your gold: follow the supplied instructions and use the prepaid, tracked and insured Royal Mail service.
  3. Review your offer: we assess your gold and explain the valuation. Once you accept, we make an immediate bank transfer.

Before posting, check that the delivery cover suits the contents. Then, keep your proof of posting and tracking details. If your collection exceeds the stated insurance limit, speak to us first to discuss suitable arrangements.

What Determines Your Gold Valuation?

When you sell gold for cash, the offer depends on the assessed gold weight, purity and applicable buying rate. For example, equal weights of 9ct and 18ct gold contain different amounts of pure gold. Therefore, they require different rates.

Stones, watch movements and other non-gold components can contribute to an item’s total weight. However, they do not receive the gold rate. Ask which weight the assessment includes and how any excluded components affect the calculation.

Our gold price calculator provides an initial estimate. Enter the relevant weight and purity, then compare the result with the confirmed offer. An online calculation cannot authenticate your items or guarantee their payable weight.

Check Your Items Before You Sell Gold for Cash

First, look for readable purity marks inside rings, near clasps or on pendant backs. Common marks include 375 for 9ct and 750 for 18ct. For help recognising marks, see the British Hallmarking Council’s consumer guide. If a mark is unclear, leave the item for professional assessment.

Next, separate different carats where you can identify them. Also, make a list of the pieces you plan to send. You do not need to scratch, file or use chemicals on jewellery to test it yourself.

Finally, set aside anything you would prefer to keep. A valuation gives you information, but the decision to part with sentimental jewellery remains yours. Take time to consider both the offer and your reasons for selling.

How We Assess Your Gold

Our team examines the items and assesses their weight and precious-metal content. We also consider the information you supply about marks or previous valuations. Then, we explain the proposed payment so you can review it.

Our gold testing information describes assessment methods. However, the appropriate checks depend on the item and its construction. Ask what the process involves if you want to preserve a particular finish, setting or sealed package.

Before you sell gold for cash, ask about any result that differs from your expectations. A clear explanation of weight, purity and rate helps you understand the offer. You remain free to accept or decline it.

Compare Offers Before You Sell Gold for Cash

Compare buyers using the same items, quantities and known purity. Also, check whether a displayed figure represents a market benchmark, an estimate or the amount the buyer expects to pay. Those figures can serve different purposes.

Ask about deductions, payment timing, insurance and returns. Then, compare the complete payment and service terms. A high headline rate alone does not explain the final amount you would receive.

Some antique jewellery, designer pieces and rare coins may have value beyond their metal content. Therefore, consider a specialist valuation if you suspect collector interest. Keep original packaging and certificates while you review your options.

Preparing Your Parcel and Checking Insurance

First, photograph the items and keep a list for your records. Follow the pack instructions and prevent pieces from rubbing or moving against one another. Also, include the requested contact details so we can identify your parcel.

If you expect the value to exceed £750, list the items on the form so we can arrange the appropriate pack. Available cover can be up to £2,500, subject to the service terms and the arrangements confirmed for your parcel.

Before you sell gold for cash by post, check the cover for the full contents. For values above the available limit, contact our team before dispatch. Do not assume that a standard pack provides unlimited insurance.

Immediate Payment When You Sell Gold for Cash

Once you accept our offer, we make an immediate payment by bank transfer. First, confirm the bank details needed to send your money to the correct account. Ask any valuation questions before agreeing to proceed.

Alternatively, if you decline the offer, we return your gold free of charge through our insured delivery service. Requesting a pack does not oblige you to sell, so you can review the valuation before deciding.

Request Your Free Gold Selling Pack

Ready to sell gold for cash? Complete the form below to request your free insured pack. Include details of higher-value items, particularly if you expect the total to exceed £750. Then, follow the instructions supplied with your pack.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can request an assessment for a single suitable item or a collection. If you are unsure what to include, contact us with the details before sending your parcel.

Yes. Damage does not remove the gold content from the remaining material. Therefore, you do not need to repair broken chains, bent rings or incomplete jewellery before assessment.

Provide any details you have and leave unclear marks for professional assessment. However, do not guess the carat from colour alone or damage the item to investigate its composition.

No. You can review our valuation before deciding. If you decline the offer, we return your gold free of charge through our insured delivery service.

The cover should suit the full value of the parcel. List items expected to exceed £750 on the form, and confirm the available cover before posting. Contact us for higher-value collections.

We make an immediate bank transfer after you accept our offer. Before payment, confirm your bank details so we can send the money to the correct account.

No. It gives an estimate using the weight, purity and rate in the calculation. However, we must assess the actual items before confirming their gold content and the offer.