Estimate
Use our online calculator or contact us by phone, email or visit our Durham store. We’ll guide you on the best options for your valuables.
Valuation
Our experts assess your items using the latest XRF technology to accurately test all of your precious metals.
Offer
As soon as we have assessed your items we make a fair offer - free, with no obligation to sell.
Payment
Accept our offer and we pay same day by bank transfer. All we need is some ID (passport or driving licence).
Accuracy Matters
Professionally Tested
Knowing exactly what you have is key to selling gold — purities vary across jewellery, coins and bullion, and some items aren't as straightforward as they seem. That's why Durham Coins uses XRF (X-ray fluorescence) technology to analyse composition and confirm what metals are present, so valuations are based on professional testing, not guesswork.
Purity isn't always obvious
Gold jewellery can be 9ct, 18ct or 22ct, and coins, bullion and mixed collections all have their own specifications, so items aren't always as straightforward as they look.
No Guesswork
XRF (X-ray fluorescence) technology analyses the actual composition of a piece, giving real confidence in its value rather than relying on a visual assessment.
Accuracy protects you
Especially with coins, jewellery and mixed collections, where value varies with purity and weight, proper testing ensures any offer reflects what you actually have.
Trusted By Thousands Of Customers
When you're selling gold, trust matters as much as price. You're handing over something valuable - you need a business you can rely on.
Durham Coins has helped thousands of customers sell gold, silver, coins and precious metals, including inherited jewellery and collections with real personal value. Every sale is handled professionally, respectfully and straightforwardly, start to finish.
Members of the British Numismatic Trade Association
Members of the BNTA since 2025 — an established, professional trade body. Our process stays transparent, with a live gold calculator you can check anytime.
Some gold coins carry numismatic value beyond their metal price, from rarity or minting errors — which is why expert appraisal matters, as we've shown handling major collections.