Scrap Gold Prices by Purity

What Counts as Scrap Gold?

When you sell scrap gold, the condition of the item doesn’t matter. Scrap gold refers to any gold item that is no longer wanted, wearable, or usable, but still contains valuable gold that can be recycled and refined.

Many people are surprised by how many everyday items qualify as scrap gold.

Common Types of Scrap Gold

If an item contains real gold, it can usually be sold as scrap. Common examples include:

  • Broken gold jewellery such as snapped chains or damaged bracelets
  • Old or unwanted gold rings, even if they’re worn or misshapen
  • Single earrings or incomplete pairs
  • Gold items with missing stones
  • Outdated or unfashionable gold jewellery
  • Bent or damaged gold bangles
  • Gold dental scrap
  • Hallmarked or mixed gold item

Even if an item can’t be repaired or worn, it still holds value based on its gold content.

A Simple Process To Selling Your Scrap Gold

Step 1

Select the item you wish to sell, and then add all of your items to a package.

Step 2

Once you have finished adding all your items, click the button to view your package or click on the package icon in the top right section of the website.

Step 3

Your prices will now be fixed for a period of 5 mins, whilst you complete your details in our secure checkout. Once checkout is completed, your price is fixed for 2 days.

Step 4

Finally, simply print off the prefilled packing slip and make sure you include it in your package before posting your items to us.

Once we receive your items, following verification and authentication, we will confirm your quote and payment will be made to you by bank transfer or cheque. 

If you don't want to complete our online process as laid out above, you can always call us on 0121 355 0620 and discuss your requirements with our team of specialists.

For more information, you can view our video on 'How To Sell My Gold Jewellery'

Selling Scrap Gold? Here’s How Atkinsons Helps You Get a Fair Price

At Atkinsons Bullion & Coins, we understand that selling scrap gold can feel daunting - especially if you’re not sure what your items are worth. That’s why we make the process straightforward, transparent, and tailored to you.

Here’s how we help you receive a competitive and fair price when selling your scrap gold to us.

We Accurately Test the Purity of Your Gold

Purity has the biggest impact on value. The higher the carat, the more pure gold your item contains.

Many items are hallmarked - for example, 9ct, 14ct, 18ct, or 22ct. If you're unsure, there’s no need to worry. We use professional testing methods to check the purity of each item before making an offer. This way, you will always know what you are being paid for.

We Weigh Every Item with Precision

Once we receive your package, we carefully weigh your gold using high-accuracy digital scales.

Stones, clasps, and non-gold parts are removed from the valuation. This way, you get an accurate weight based only on the gold content.

Our Offers Reflect the Live Gold Price

We base our offers on the live gold spot price, which updates every minute. This ensures your valuation reflects the current market.

Our live pricing is available on our website. We are always happy to explain how we calculated your offer, ensuring there are no surprises.

No Need to Clean or Repair - We Value the Gold, Not the Condition

Cleaning, polishing, or attempting repairs won’t increase scrap gold value and may actually reduce weight. Scrap gold is valued on gold content only, so leave items exactly as they are.

Even broken or damaged items hold the same value as intact pieces of the same purity and weight.

We’re a Trusted and Transparent Buyer

With over 30 years of experience, Atkinsons is one of the UK’s leading names in precious metals. When you sell to us, you benefit from:

  • Live pricing based on the current market
  • 2 Working days price lock
  • Transparent breakdowns of how your offer is calculated
  • A simple and secure selling process
  • Friendly support from a knowledgeable team

We understand that trust matters - especially when dealing with precious metals. Our reputation is built on fairness, transparency, and expertise.

Get a No-Obligation Valuation Before You Decide

You’re welcome to create your package online for an approximate value. Once you send it to us we'll

  • Test the purity
  • Weigh the items
  • Confirm your offer
  • Clearly explain how everything is calculated

There’s no pressure to sell - just honest, professional advice and a competitive price if you choose to go ahead.

Why Choose Atkinsons?

Selling gold should be simple and secure. At Atkinsons, we aim to make it just that.

Whether you’re clearing out unwanted jewellery or looking to release value from old items, we’re here to help every step of the way.

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FAQs

  • To ensure that your scrap gold reaches us safely, we recommend that you package up your items as securely as possible, and post to us using Royal Mail’s Special Delivery service. This service ensures your parcel is insured up to £2,500. If the total value of your items exceeds this, you should split them into separate parcels - each containing a value of less than £2,500.

    If you have a large collection of scrap gold, we can arrange for it to be transported to us using a secure courier service.

  • You can drop your items to us at our Sutton Coldfield facility, or with our partners Brink’s in Hatton Garden or Heathrow Radius Park, London. This is on an appointment-only basis.

  • We buy all types of scrap gold. This includes gold jewellery, white gold, rose gold, dental gold, gold watches and any other type of scrap gold.

  • The prices shown on each item included on the ‘Sell to Us’ pages of our website are the current prices we are paying for them. Once you have added your items to your selling basket and completed the online checkout process, your price will be fixed for 2 business days.

    For custom items, jewellery, and scrap precious metals, the final price will be confirmed with you upon our receipt and validation of your items, based on the live metal price on the day we receive them.

  • You can choose whether you prefer payment by bank transfer or cheque. Once we have received and verified your items, we'll notify you that your quote is available, and payment will be made to you within 3 working days of acceptance. A same-day payment is also available if required, subject to a £25 fee.

  • If you can not complete our new sell to us checkout process, our client services team will be happy to take all your details over the phone and email you a packing slip to include with your items. Please give us a call on 0121 355 0620.

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