# Gold-Traders (UK) Ltd

> The UK's first Trading Standards "Buy With Confidence" approved precious metals dealer, and an Official Partner of The Royal Mint®. Gold Traders buys and sells gold, silver, platinum, and palladium with transparent, real-time pricing and a secure, trackable process.

Gold Traders was established in 2008 and operates two physical branches - in Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire, and Bodmin, Cornwall - alongside a very efficient postal service for customers across the UK. Unlike many freepost gold buyers, Gold Traders publishes both the live spot rate and the actual rate paid to customers, allowing fully informed decisions before any commitment to sell. Same-day payment is available on receipt of items.

Gold Traders is a sister company to RWB Auctions (rwbauctions.com). Where a customer's items are likely to achieve a better price at auction, Gold Traders will say so and recommend that route. Customers always come first.

## Tools and Calculators

- [Scrap Gold Calculator](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/calculator/): Calculate the live spot value of scrap and unwanted gold, based on carat (purity) and weight.
- [Pre-decimal Calculator](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/predecimal/): Calculate the value of pre-decimal silver coins dated before 1947, when UK coins contained real silver.
- [Worth Your Weight In Gold?](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/weight/): An interactive tool to find out what your bodyweight in gold would be worth at current market rates.
- [Hallmark Wizard](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/hallmarks/): A step-by-step tool to help identify UK gold hallmarks by shape, symbol, and assay office.
- [Price Match Tools](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/price-match-tools/): Free tools to help customers compare Gold Traders rates against freepost competitors and negotiate a better deal if items have already been sent elsewhere.

## Consumer Guides

- [How to Sell Your Gold - Free Seller's Guide](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/blog/how-to-sell-gold-guide/): A free, impartial guide to selling gold, silver, and precious metals safely in the UK. Covers how to identify purity, calculate fair value, recognise red flags, and what questions to ask any buyer before agreeing to a sale. Written by Gold Traders, the UK's first Trading Standards Buy With Confidence accredited precious metals dealer. No sign-up required. Relevant to anyone considering selling gold jewellery, coins, bars, or inherited items.

## Metal Prices

- [Scrap Gold Prices](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/prices-we-pay/gold-prices/): Live prices per gram that Gold Traders is currently paying for unwanted gold, shown by carat (9ct, 14ct, 18ct, 22ct, 24ct).
- [Scrap Silver Prices](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/prices-we-pay/silver-prices/): Live prices per gram that Gold Traders is currently paying for unwanted silver.
- [Scrap Platinum Prices](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/prices-we-pay/platinum-prices/): Live prices per gram that Gold Traders is currently paying for unwanted platinum.
- [Scrap Palladium Prices](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/prices-we-pay/palladium-prices/): Live prices per gram that Gold Traders is currently paying for unwanted palladium.

## What We Buy

### Gold

- [Gold Bars](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/gold-bullion/gold-bars/): Common gold bullion bar sizes and the current prices paid for each, updated in real time.
- [Gold Coins](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/gold-coins/): Common gold coins Gold Traders buys - including Sovereigns and Britannias - with up-to-date prices.
- [Gold Rings](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/gold-rings/): Gold Traders buys unwanted gold rings of all carats.
- [Gold Bangles](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/gold-bangles/): Gold Traders buys unwanted gold bangles of all carats.
- [Tangled Gold Chains](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/tangled-gold-chains/): Gold Traders buys tangled or broken gold chains - condition does not affect the offer.
- [Dental Gold](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/dental-gold/): Gold Traders buys unwanted dental gold, including crowns and bridges.

### Silver

- [Silver Bars](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/silver-bullion/silver-bars/): Common silver bullion bar sizes and the current prices paid for each.
- [Silver Coins](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/what-we-buy/silver-coins/): Common silver coins Gold Traders buys, with up-to-date prices.
- [Pre-decimal Silver Coins](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/predecimal/): UK silver coins minted before 1947 contain 50% silver. Gold Traders buys these based on silver content.

### Platinum and Palladium

- [Scrap Platinum](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/prices-we-pay/platinum-prices/): Gold Traders buys unwanted platinum items. Current prices per gram are shown live.
- [Scrap Palladium](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/prices-we-pay/palladium-prices/): Gold Traders buys unwanted palladium items. Current prices per gram are shown live.

## Selling Process

- [How It Works](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/how-it-works/): Step-by-step guide to safely selling unwanted gold, coins, and precious metals to Gold Traders - by post or in person at a branch.
- [Claim Form](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/claim-form/): The simple claim form to complete when sending items to Gold Traders.

## Online Shop

- [Buy From Us](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/): The full Gold Traders online shop. 54 investment-grade bullion coins and bars, sourced directly through The Royal Mint and trusted supply chains. Prices update in real time. Payment by debit card or bank transfer. Collection available from the Royal Wootton Bassett branch.
- [Buy Gold Coins](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/coins/gold/): All gold bullion coins available to buy, including Sovereigns, Britannias, and Tudor Beasts. New and pre-owned options. All VAT-free.
- [Buy Gold Bars](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/bars/gold/): Gold bullion bars available to buy, from 1g fractional sizes up to larger investment weights. Includes Royal Mint Britannia bars.
- [Buy Silver](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/silver/): All silver bullion coins and bars available to buy. Includes new and pre-owned Royal Mint products.
- [Buy Silver Coins](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/coins/silver/): Silver bullion coins available to buy, including Britannias and other Royal Mint issues. CGT exempt as UK legal tender.
- [Buy Silver Bars](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/bars/silver/): Silver bullion bars available to buy, from small sizes up to 1kg. New and pre-owned options available.
- [Buy Platinum](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/buy-from-us/platinum/): Platinum bullion bars available to buy.

### 2026 Gold Coins

- [2026 Gold Sovereign](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-gold-sovereign/): The 2026 gold Sovereign by The Royal Mint. The first Sovereign in yellow gold in over two decades, returning to its 500-year-old roots. 22 carat gold. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [2026 Gold Half Sovereign](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-half-sovereign/): The 2026 gold Half Sovereign by The Royal Mint. 22 carat yellow gold. Features King Charles III obverse and Pistrucci's St George and the Dragon reverse. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [2026 1oz Gold Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-1oz-gold-britannia/): The 2026 1oz gold Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999.9 fine gold. £100 face value. Four anti-counterfeit features including a latent image. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [2026 1/10oz Gold Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-tenth-ounce-gold-britannia-bullion-coin/): The 2026 tenth-ounce gold Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999.9 fine gold. Fractional entry point for gold investment. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [2026 Queen's Lion 1oz Gold - Royal Tudor Beasts](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-1oz-gold-queens-lion/): The 2026 Queen's Lion 1oz gold coin from The Royal Mint's Royal Tudor Beasts series. 999.9 fine gold. £100 face value. Design by David Lawrence. VAT-free and CGT exempt.

### 2026 Silver Coins

- [2026 1oz Silver Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-1oz-silver-britannia/): The 2026 1oz silver Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. UK legal tender. CGT exempt.
- [2026 1/4oz Silver Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-quarter-silver-britannia/): The 2026 quarter-ounce silver Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. UK legal tender. CGT exempt.
- [2026 Lion and the Eagle 1oz Silver](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2026-lion-eagle-1oz-silver/): The 2026 Lion and the Eagle 1oz silver coin, a collaboration between The Royal Mint and the United States Mint. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.

### 2025 Gold Coins

- [2025 Gold Sovereign](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-gold-sovereign-bullion-coin/): The 2025 gold Sovereign by The Royal Mint. The last Sovereign struck in rose gold before the return to yellow gold in 2026. 22 carat gold. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [2025 1/10oz Gold Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-tenth-ounce-gold-britannia-bullion-coin/): The 2025 tenth-ounce gold Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999.9 fine gold. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [2025 Count Dracula 1oz Gold](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-count-dracula-1oz-gold/): The 2025 Count Dracula 1oz gold bullion coin. A limited-edition release. 999.9 fine gold. VAT-free and CGT exempt.

### 2025 Silver Coins

- [2025 1oz Silver Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-silver-britannia-1-oz-bullion-coin/): The 2025 1oz silver Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [2025 10oz Silver Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-10oz-silver-britannia/): The 2025 10oz silver Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [2025 1/4oz Silver Britannia](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-quarter-silver-britannia/): The 2025 quarter-ounce silver Britannia by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [2025 British Lion and American Eagle 5oz Silver](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-lion-eagle-5oz-silver/): The 2025 British Lion and American Eagle 5oz silver coin, a Royal Mint and US Mint collaboration. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [2025 St George and the Dragon 1oz Silver](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2025-george-dragon-1oz-silver/): The 2025 St George and the Dragon 1oz silver coin by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.

### Other Silver Coins

- [2024 St George and the Dragon 1oz Silver - Pre-Owned Best Value](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2024-george-dragon-1oz-silver/): Pre-owned 2024 St George and the Dragon 1oz silver coin. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [2020 10oz Valiant Silver Bullion Coin](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2020-10oz-silver-valiant/): The 2020 10oz Valiant silver bullion coin by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [Queen's Beasts 2021 White Lion of Mortimer Silver 10oz](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2021-white-lion-mortimer-10oz-silver/): The 2021 White Lion of Mortimer 10oz silver coin from The Royal Mint's Queen's Beasts series. 999 fine silver. CGT exempt.
- [Austrian 1780 Maria Theresa Silver Thaler - Mixed Dates](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/austrian-1780-maria-theresa-thaler/): Pre-owned Austrian Maria Theresa Silver Thalers. A classic bullion coin struck continuously since 1780.
- [1oz Silver Canadian Maple Leaf - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1oz-silver-maple/): Pre-owned 1oz Canadian Silver Maple Leaf bullion coins, mixed dates.
- [1oz Silver Austrian Vienna Philharmonic - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1oz-silver-philharmonic/): Pre-owned 1oz Austrian Silver Vienna Philharmonic bullion coins.
- [1oz Silver Krugerrand - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1oz-silver-krugerrand/): Pre-owned 1oz South African Silver Krugerrand bullion coins.
- [Best Value 1oz Silver Britannia - Mixed Dates from 2013](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/best-value-1oz-silver-britannia-coin-mixed-dates-from-2013-onwards/): Pre-owned 1oz silver Britannia coins, mixed dates from 2013 onwards. Best value entry point for silver Britannias.

### Gold Bars - New

- [Royal Mint 1g Secure Britannia Gold Bar](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/the-royal-mint-1g-secure-britannia-gold-bar/): The Royal Mint 1g Secure Britannia gold bar. 999.9 fine gold. VAT-free.
- [Royal Mint 5g Secure Britannia Gold Bar](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/the-royal-mint-5g-secure-britannia-gold-bar/): The Royal Mint 5g Secure Britannia gold bar. 999.9 fine gold. VAT-free.
- [Royal Mint 10g Secure Britannia Gold Bar](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/the-royal-mint-10g-secure-britannia-gold-bar/): The Royal Mint 10g Secure Britannia gold bar. 999.9 fine gold. VAT-free.
- [Royal Mint Christmas Tree 1g Gold Bar](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1g-gold-christmas-bar/): A festive 1g gold bar from The Royal Mint. 999.9 fine gold. A gift-friendly gold product.
- [Queen's Beasts 1oz Gold Bar - Limited Edition](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/queens-beasts-1oz-gold-bar/): A limited-edition 1oz square gold bar from The Royal Mint's Queen's Beasts series. 999.9 fine gold.
- [Queen's Beasts 5g Gold Bar - Limited Edition](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/queens-beasts-5g-gold-bar/): A limited-edition 5g gold bar from The Royal Mint's Queen's Beasts series. Collectable bullion.
- [Una and the Lion 1oz Gold Minted Bar](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/una-lion-1oz-gold/): A 1oz gold minted bar featuring the Una and the Lion design. 999.9 fine gold.

### Gold Coins - Pre-Owned and Best Value

- [Full Gold Sovereign - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/full-gold-sovereign-best-value-pre-owned/): Pre-owned full gold Sovereigns, mixed dates. Best value route into Sovereign ownership. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [Half Sovereign - Best Value Pre-Owned Mixed Dates](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/pre-owned-half-sovereign-gold-coin-mixed-dates-best-value-bullion/): Pre-owned half gold Sovereigns, mixed dates. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [1oz Gold Britannia - Best Value Pre-Owned (24ct, 2013 onwards)](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1oz-gold-britannia-24ct-best-value/): Pre-owned 1oz gold Britannias, 24ct (999.9 fine gold), mixed dates from 2013. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [Half Ounce Gold Britannia - Best Value Mixed Dates](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/half-ounce-24-carat-gold-mixed-date-britannia-bullion-coins-best-value/): Pre-owned half-ounce 24ct gold Britannia coins, mixed dates. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [1/10oz Gold Britannia - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/tenth-gold-britannia-best-value/): Pre-owned tenth-ounce gold Britannias, mixed dates. Fractional gold investment. VAT-free and CGT exempt.
- [1oz Gold Krugerrand - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1oz-gold-krugerrand/): Pre-owned 1oz South African Gold Krugerrand bullion coins. 22 carat gold. VAT-free and CGT exempt.

### Gold Bars - Pre-Owned and Best Value

- [1g Gold Bars - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1g-gold-bars-pre-owned-best-value/): Pre-owned 1g gold bars, mixed brands. Best value entry point for gold bar investment.
- [2.5g Gold Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/2-5g-gold-bar-pre-owned-best-value/): Pre-owned 2.5g gold bar. Best value small gold bar.
- [5g Gold Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/5g-gold-bar-pre-owned-best-value/): Pre-owned 5g gold bar. Best value mid-weight gold bar.
- [10g Gold Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/10g-best-value-gold-bar/): Pre-owned 10g gold bar. Best value gold bar at a practical investment weight.
- [20g Gold Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/20g-best-value-gold-bar/): Pre-owned 20g gold bar.
- [100g Gold Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/100g-gold-bar-best-value/): Pre-owned 100g gold bar. A larger investment-weight gold bar at best value pricing.
- [1oz Troy Gold Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1ozt-gold-bar-pre-owned-best-value/): Pre-owned 1 troy ounce gold bar, mixed brands.

### Silver Bars - New

- [1kg Silver Cast Bar - The Royal Mint](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1kg-royal-mint-silver-bar/): New 1kg silver cast bar by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver. A substantial investment bar from a trusted source.
- [500g Silver Cast Bar - The Royal Mint](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/500g-royal-mint-silver-bar/): New 500g silver cast bar by The Royal Mint. 999 fine silver.
- [Umicore 1kg Silver Bar](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/umicore-1kg-silver-bar-999-fine-silver-investment-bullion/): New 1kg silver bar by Umicore. 999 fine silver. LBMA-accredited refiner.

### Silver Bars - Pre-Owned and Best Value

- [Pre-Owned 50g Silver Bar - Best Value](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/pre-owned-50g-silver-bar/): Pre-owned 50g silver bar. Best value small silver bar.
- [Pre-Owned 100g Silver Bar - Best Value](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/pre-owned-100g-silver-bar/): Pre-owned 100g silver bar.
- [Pre-Owned 500g Silver Bar - Best Value](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/pre-owned-500g-silver-bar-best-value-investment/): Pre-owned 500g silver bar.
- [Pre-Owned 1kg Silver Bar - Best Value](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/pre-owned-1kg-silver-bar-best-value-investment/): Pre-owned 1kg silver bar. A cost-effective way to hold a substantial weight of silver.

### Platinum

- [5g Platinum Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/5g-platinum-bar-best-value/): Pre-owned 5g platinum bar.
- [1/4oz Platinum Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/quarter-ounce-platinum-bar-best-value/): Pre-owned quarter-ounce platinum bar.

### Palladium

- [1g Palladium Bar - Best Value Pre-Owned](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/1g-palladium-bar-best-value/): Pre-owned 1g palladium bar.

## Educational Guides

- [Gold Information](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/gold-information/): A library of useful information on gold - including its history, properties, purity, hallmarking, and how the gold market works.

## News and Blog

- [Gold Traders News](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/blog/): Latest news and blog articles from Gold Traders, covering gold prices, market commentary, and precious metals guidance.

## About Gold Traders

- [About Us](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/): Background on Gold Traders, established in 2008. Includes information on accreditations and the Royal Mint partnership.
- [Why Sell to Gold Traders](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/why-sell/): Why Gold Traders is a trusted choice for selling precious metals - including rate transparency, same-day payment, and Trading Standards accreditation.
- [FAQs](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/faqs/): Frequently asked questions about selling gold, silver, and other precious metals.
- [Probate Valuations](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/probate-valuations/): Gold Traders provides professional probate valuations on bullion coins, bars, and precious metals for estate purposes.
- [Royal Wootton Bassett Branch](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/gold-traders-royal-wootton-bassett/): Visit the Gold Traders branch in Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire. Face-to-face buying, selling, and valuations. Same-day payment available.
- [Bodmin Branch](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/gold-traders-bodmin/): Visit the Gold Traders branch in Bodmin, Cornwall. Face-to-face buying, selling, and valuations.
- [Reviews](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/reviews/): Customer reviews for Gold Traders, including verified 5-star reviews highlighting fast processing, fair prices, and professional service.
- [Community](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/community/): Gold Traders in the Community - how Gold Traders gives back to the local communities it serves.
- [Press](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/about-us/press/): Gold Traders in the Press - media coverage since 2008, including features on BBC Radio 2, The Guardian, and The Daily Telegraph, as well as coverage of the UK's first Trading Standards Buy With Confidence accreditation for a precious metals company.
- [Contact Us](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/contact/): Get in touch with Gold Traders by phone, email, or via the contact form.

## Optional

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/privacy/): Gold Traders Privacy Policy.
- [Terms and Conditions](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/terms/): Terms and Conditions governing the use of the Gold Traders website and selling service.
- [CCTV Policy](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/cctv/): CCTV Policy for Gold Traders branches.
- [AI Policy](https://www.gold-traders.co.uk/ai-policy/): Gold Traders AI usage and content policy.