Gold Prices UK & Guarantee

Current Gold Prices UK

TODAYS SPOT GOLD PRICES

9 Carat

£40.73

14 Carat

£63.35

18 Carat

£81.45

21 Carat

£95.03

22 Carat

£99.56

24 Carat

£108.61

Source: London Bullion Market Association (LBMA)

How We Calculate Gold Prices UK

Gold prices UK are at record highs — now is the perfect time to sell your gold. At Cash for Gold UK, our prices are updated daily so you always receive the true market value for your jewellery, coins, bullion or scrap gold. We’re proud to offer competitive, transparent and fully insured service with same-day payments. When you sell scrap gold with Cash for Gold UK, every item is carefully tested and weighed by our experienced gold specialists. We determine the purity of your gold and calculate your offer using the live UK gold price, which follows rates published by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) — the recognised authority for precious metal standards worldwide. This ensures you receive an accurate and transparent valuation every time.

Items We Commonly Receive From Edinburgh Customers

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Broken or damaged gold jewellery

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Rings, single earrings and odd gold pieces

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Gold chains, bracelets and pendants

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Gold coins, sovereigns and investment coins

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Gold bars, bullion and investment gold

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Dental gold, rolled gold and scrap gold

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Silver jewellery, scrap silver and silver coins

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Platinum and palladium items

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Estate and inherited precious metal pieces

How We Calculate Gold Prices UK

WEIGH YOUR GOLD

We carefully weigh your jewellery, coins or bullion to determine the exact gram weight and carat purity.

Check the live market rate

Your valuation is based on the current gold spot price at the time we process your items.

CONFIRM YOUR OFFER

You’ll receive a same-day quote — fully transparent and paid directly to your bank once you accept..

Your Trusted Gold Buyers

We monitor gold prices UK daily to ensure you always receive competitive and transparent rates. Every item is assessed individually using professional testing methods and valued based on the live gold price at the moment of processing. Whether you’re selling fine jewellery, broken pieces, coins or scrap, our goal is to provide an honest, reliable and secure service with no hidden fees. Our experienced team has been helping people across the UK get the most for their unwanted gold for years. Transparency is central to our process — you’ll always know how your scrap gold is valued and what it’s worth before deciding to sell. Whether you’re selling broken chains, single earrings, or old coins, with our gold prices UK you’ll always receive a fair and competitive price for your gold.

What Makes Us Different

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Same-day valuation and payment

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Fully insured Royal Mail Special Delivery

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Competitive prices based on the live gold rate

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No hidden fees or commissions

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Decades of experience valuing gold

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A private, stress-free alternative to London pawn shops

Why Choose Cash for Gold UK

Choosing where to sell gold is an important decision. At Cash for Gold UK, we’re known for honest valuations, same-day payments, and customer service you can rely on. We never use hidden deductions or confusing pricing — just fair offers based on live market rates.

Our experienced team has been helping people across the UK get the most for their unwanted gold for years. Transparency is central to our process — you’ll always know how your gold is valued and what it’s worth before deciding to sell.

With our fully insured postal gold service, you can sell scrap gold from home quickly and securely. The areas we cover means that there’s no need to visit a shop or wait days for payment — your items are tested, valued, and paid for, usually within hours of arrival.

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FAQ’s

How do you determine my gold price?

We calculate your offer using weight, purity and the gold prices UK published by the LMBA at the time of testing.

Are gold prices updated daily?

Yes, our gold prices UK reflect the live spot price and are updated every day.

Do you charge any hidden fees?

No. Valuation, postage and insured return (if you don’t accept the offer) are all free.

Do I have to accept the valuation?

No. If you choose not to sell, your items are returned at no cost.

When will I be paid?

Payments are issued the same day your items are valued.

What gold items do you accept?

We buy gold jewellery, scrap gold, bullion, sovereigns, coins, watches, dental gold and more.

Are my items insured in transit to you?

Yes, they are insured up to a value of £750 with Royal Mail, provided they are sent to us in the secure envelope provided with your pack.

If you feel the value should be higher, then you are able to increase the insured amount by taking it to your Post Office and paying a small additional fee.

What happens if the items I sent aren't a precious metal?

This service is completely Free of Charge and your parcel will be trackable and insured up to £750. If you require additional insurance over £750 this is available at a very small cost at the post office. However if the items you send in have no precious metals then there will be a fee of £12 to return them to you.

What if I choose not to sell?

We return your items free of charge via insured delivery.

Reviews from UK Gold Sellers

★★★★★

Fast, friendly, and honest service!

I sent in a few old gold chains I hadn’t worn in years. The whole process was smooth, and I got a better price than I expected. Would definitely recommend Cash for Gold UK to anyone looking to sell gold!

— Laura T., Manchester

BEST PRICE AFTER SHOPPING AROUND

I compared a few gold buyers, but Cash for Gold UK gave me the highest offer by far. The team were professional and didn’t pressure me to sell. Very happy with the whole experience.
— James R., Birmingham

GREAT SERVICE BY POST

I was a bit nervous about sending my jewellery through the mail, but the insured Gold Pack gave me peace of mind. I received a quote quickly and the money was in my account the same day I accepted. So convenient!

— Nadia S., Leeds

It felt good to turn unwanted items into cash

I took in some old broken chains and odd pieces of scrap gold I no longer used, and I was really impressed with the service. The valuation was fair, clear, and explained in detail, so I knew exactly what everything was worth. It felt good to turn unwanted items into cash without any pressure. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone with gold scrap to sell.

— Milly V. – Aberdeen