Independent, evidence-based guides written entirely from the seller’s perspective.
What to expect when selling gold starts with understanding why buyers never pay full spot price. Every seller faces the same shock when they see today’s gold price online then receive quotes significantly lower. Key Takeaways: • UK scrap gold sellers typically receive 70-85% of spot price after purity and refining costs• Gold coins command … Read more
Gold selling prices UK shift every few seconds, but most sellers never understand the calculation chain that determines what ends up in their pocket. Key Takeaways: • The LBMA fixes gold price twice daily at 10:30am and 3pm, setting the benchmark that determines all UK gold selling prices• UK buyers typically pay 85-95% of spot … Read more
If you want to sell my gold sovereign, you need to understand that sovereigns are the only UK coin that qualify for both CGT exemption and legal tender status. Most sellers don’t understand the difference between bullion and numismatic values. Key Takeaways: Pre-1837 sovereigns qualify for CGT exemption as UK legal tender, post-1837 coins may … Read more