How Easy Is It to Sell Gold to Durham Coins?

Why does XRF testing matter?

Because when you're selling something valuable, accuracy matters.

You want to know that the item has been properly assessed and that the offer you're receiving reflects what you actually have.

That is particularly important with gold coins, jewellery and mixed collections, where the value can vary considerably depending on purity, weight and the nature of the item.

Step 3: We Give You a Free, No-Obligation Valuation

Once your items have been assessed, we'll provide an offer.

There is no obligation to accept it.

Our aim is to make the process transparent, so you can understand the basis of the valuation before deciding whether you want to sell.

Durham Coins states that valuations are free and without obligation, allowing customers to consider their options before making a decision. (Durham Coins)

That is important because selling gold is a significant financial decision. You should never feel pressured into accepting an offer simply because you've brought your items into a shop.

Step 4: If You're Happy, We Pay You

If you're happy with our offer, we can arrange payment by bank transfer.

We simply require government-issued photographic identification, such as a driving licence or passport, as part of the process. (Durham Coins)

The result is a straightforward journey:

Bring in your gold → Professional testing → Free valuation → Accept the offer → Receive payment.

That's it.

Trusted by Thousands of Customers

When you're selling gold, trust is arguably just as important as price.

You're handing over something valuable, so you need to know that you're dealing with an established and knowledgeable business.

Durham Coins has built its reputation by helping thousands of customers with gold, silver, coins and precious metals.

We understand that customers may be selling items they've owned for decades, jewellery they've inherited from family members or collections that have significant personal as well as financial value.

That's why we believe the experience should be professional, respectful and straightforward from beginning to end.

Members of the British Numismatic Trade Association

Our membership of the British Numismatic Trade Association (BNTA) provides another important layer of confidence.

The BNTA represents professional businesses within the British numismatic trade, and we have been a BNTA membersince 2025, follow the link to see their full dealer directory. (BNTA)

For customers, professional association membership provides reassurance that they're dealing with a business operating within the established coin and numismatic trade. We are not merely a fly by night outfit who may pressure you into selling your heirlooms. Our process is transparent. Check our gold calculator at any point in time and it will provide you with a live price of what your gold is worth at that moment in time.

This trust is particularly relevant when you're selling gold coins. A gold coin isn't necessarily just worth the value of its gold. Some coins can have numismatic or collector value that exceeds their precious-metal content. That's why specialist knowledge matters. We have handled a number of major numismatic collections and it is vital you have someone expert in their field appraise coin collections as some coins can have substantial premiums over their gold or silver value due to rarity, errors or historical destruction of minted coins.

Your Gold Could Be Worth More Than Its Scrap Value

This is an important distinction.

If you have an old gold ring, its value may largely depend on its weight and gold purity.

But if you have a Sovereign, Britannia, Krugerrand or another gold coin, the calculation can be different.

The coin could have bullion value, collector value or both.

At Durham Coins, we specialise in coins and precious metals, so we can assess items appropriately rather than automatically treating every gold item as scrap.

Our gold-buying service specifically includes gold coins and bullion alongside scrap gold jewellery. (Durham Coins)

Check the Value of Your Gold Before You Sell

We believe customers should have as much information as possible before making a decision.

That's why we encourage people to understand the value of their gold before accepting an offer.

Our Gold Scrap Calculator can help you estimate the value of your gold based on its weight, purity and the prevailing gold price.

Knowing an approximate value beforehand means you can approach the selling process with confidence.

You don't have to take anyone's word for it.

Check the value. Have your gold professionally tested. Get a valuation. Then decide.

What If You Can't Visit Durham?

If you're unable to visit our shop, Durham Coins also offers a mail-in gold service.

You can complete the relevant form, send your items to us and we'll contact you with a price once they have been received and assessed. If the offer is satisfactory, Durham Coins states that payment can be made by 4pm on the same day. (Durham Coins)

This gives customers outside Durham another way to access our specialist gold-buying service.

When sending valuable items by post, customers should pay particular attention to the insurance and tracking requirements set out by Durham Coins.

Ready to Sell Your Gold?

If you have unwanted gold sitting in a drawer, inherited jewellery that you don't wear, old coins or bullion you'd like to turn into cash, why not find out what it's worth?

Bring your items to Durham Coins and let our team professionally assess them.

There is no obligation to sell.

You can simply find out what your gold is worth, understand how it has been valued and decide what you want to do next.

Professional testing. Specialist knowledge. Transparent valuations. No pressure.

Selling your gold to Durham Coins really can be that easy.

Durham Coins — trusted by thousands of customers for gold, silver, coins and precious metals.