Pre-owned gold coins in the UK
Pre-owned gold coins in the UK - secondary market pricing, premium savings over new coins, where to buy safely and how to verify authenticity.
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Precious metals guides
Buying gold for the first time? Already have a stack and wondering about CGT? We've written these so you don't have to piece it together from forum posts.
Gold coins
7 guidesSovereigns, Britannias and the coins worth knowing about — from bullion to collector editions.
Foreign gold coins for UK investors
Krugerrands, Maple Leafs, Eagles and other foreign gold coins for UK investors - CGT treatment, premiums, and liquidity compared to UK legal tender coins.
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Proof vs bullion gold coins
Proof vs bullion gold coins explained for UK buyers - what the difference means for premiums, liquidity, CGT, and who each type suits.
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Royal Mint collector coins
Royal Mint collector gold coins assessed for UK investors - premiums, resale value, CGT status, and whether collector series make financial sense.
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Gold Britannia Buyer's Guide
A complete buyer's guide to Gold Britannias for UK investors - sizes, premiums, CGT status, security features, and where to buy.
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Gold Sovereign Buyer's Guide
Everything UK investors need to know about buying Gold Sovereigns - sizes, premiums, CGT exemption, where to buy, and how to sell.
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Sovereign vs Britannia gold coin
Gold Sovereign vs Gold Britannia - a direct comparison of price, premiums, purity, liquidity, CGT status, and which suits different UK buyers.
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Buying gold
8 guidesFrom your first purchase to understanding dealer markups, authentication and compliance.
Gold dealers near me: UK guide
UK bullion dealers with walk-in premises by region - London, Birmingham, Blackpool - and what to expect when buying or selling in person.
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AML and KYC when buying gold UK
AML and KYC requirements when buying gold in the UK - what ID you need, why dealers ask, cash limits, and how source of funds checks work.
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How to spot fake gold
How to spot fake gold - the tests UK buyers can use to verify coins and bars, what each test detects, and how to buy safely from the start.
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Minimum gold investment in the UK
How much you need to start investing in gold in the UK - from £25 digital gold to £950 Sovereigns, with tax efficiency explained at each entry point.
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Gold bar buyer's guide UK
A complete UK buyer's guide to gold bars - premium curve by size, major refineries, CGT treatment, storage, and when bars beat coins.
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How gold dealer premiums work
How gold and silver dealer premiums work - what you're paying above spot price, why premiums vary, when they spike, and how to compare dealers.
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What is investment-grade gold?
What counts as investment-grade gold in the UK - HMRC's purity requirements, which products qualify for VAT exemption, and the CGT position for each.
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How to buy gold in the UK: 5 best ways
The 5 best ways to buy gold in the UK - coins, bars, vaults and ETFs compared. CGT-free coins, tax rules and UK dealer tips explained. Updated 2026.
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Selling gold
3 guidesHow to get the best price when you sell — and which routes to avoid.
How to sell silver in the UK
How to sell silver in the UK — expected buyback rates, CGT on different coin types, postal vs in-person, and why silver selling differs from gold.
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How to sell gold in the UK
How to sell gold in the UK - step-by-step process, expected prices, how to get the best buyback rate, postal vs in-person, and CGT on sale.
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Where to sell gold in the UK
Where to sell gold in the UK - the best specialist bullion dealers for buyback, how to compare prices, and what to avoid when selling investment gold.
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Silver
7 guidesCoins, bars, VAT rules and why silver sits alongside gold in many UK portfolios.
The silver supply deficit
The silver supply deficit explained - six consecutive years of deficit data, what drives it, and what it means for UK investors considering silver.
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Silver vs gold for UK investors
Silver vs gold for UK investors - the VAT headwind on silver, CGT comparison, volatility profiles, industrial demand, and who tends to choose each.
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Best silver coins to buy in the UK
The best silver coin to buy in the UK - Silver Britannia vs Maple Leaf vs Philharmonic compared on CGT treatment, premiums, and liquidity.
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Pre-decimal junk silver coins UK
Pre-decimal UK silver coins explained - silver content by period, CGT and VAT treatment, where to buy, and how they compare to modern silver coins.
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How to buy silver VAT-free in the UK
How to buy silver VAT-free in the UK using bonded vault storage - how it works, which platforms offer it, what it costs, and who it suits.
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How to invest in silver in the UK
5 ways to invest in silver in the UK - physical coins, ETFs, mining shares and more. VAT rules, CGT and trade-offs compared. Updated 2026.
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How to buy silver in the UK
The 5 best ways to buy silver in the UK - coins, bars, vaults and ETFs. VAT rules, CGT treatment and storage costs explained. Updated 2026.
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Storage
3 guidesAllocated vaults, home safes and safety deposit boxes — the trade-offs explained.
Allocated vs unallocated gold
Allocated vs unallocated gold storage explained - the four storage structures, what happens in insolvency, and how to choose a provider safely.
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Safety deposit boxes for gold in the UK
Safety deposit boxes for gold storage in the UK - current providers, costs, insurance requirements, and how they compare to home storage and vaults.
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Storing gold at home in the UK
How to store gold at home safely in the UK - insurance limits, safe ratings, security principles, and when vault storage makes more sense.
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UK tax & legal
10 guidesCGT, inheritance tax, gifting rules, buying for children, ISAs and AML compliance.
Can you hold gold in a SIPP?
Holding gold in a SIPP — gold ETC vs physical gold routes, HMRC purity rules, tax relief rates, and which SIPP providers allow precious metals.
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Gold in a Stocks and Shares ISA
Gold ETCs in a Stocks and Shares ISA — which products, which platforms, the CGT shelter, and how it compares to physical Sovereigns and a LISA.
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VAT on gold and silver in the UK
VAT on gold, silver, platinum and palladium in the UK — which metals are VAT-free, why silver attracts 20% VAT, and how the bonded vault route works.
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Can a UK limited company buy gold?
Corporate gold ownership in the UK - corporation tax on gains, why the CGT-exempt coin exemption doesn't apply to companies, and when it makes sense.
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Can you hold gold in a LISA?
Holding gold in a Lifetime ISA - how to hold gold ETCs in a Stocks and Shares LISA, the 25% government bonus, and the withdrawal restrictions explained.
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Buying gold for children in the UK
Buying gold for children in the UK - parental settlement rules, CGT on Sovereigns vs bars, bare trust structures, and the Junior ISA alternative.
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CGT 30-day rule for gold in the UK
The CGT 30-day rule for gold explained - how bed-and-breakfasting works, what counts as same-type, and how to legitimately use your annual CGT allowance.
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Gifting gold in the UK: tax rules
Gifting gold in the UK - CGT and IHT implications for Sovereigns, bars, and foreign coins, with worked examples and the seven-year rule explained.
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Inheritance tax on gold and silver
Inheritance tax on gold and silver in the UK - why CGT-exempt coins are still IHT-liable, how gold is valued for probate, and IHT planning strategies.
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CGT on gold and silver in the UK
CGT on gold and silver in the UK: which products are exempt, what rates apply, how to report, and worked examples for 2025/26.
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Investment strategy
10 guidesHow much gold to hold, how it compares to stocks and bitcoin, and long-term thinking.
Gold for UK Retirees and Pension Savers
How UK retirees and pension savers should hold gold - comparing physical Sovereigns, ISA-wrapped ETCs, and SIPP gold on tax, access, and IHT treatment.
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Does gold protect against inflation?
Whether gold protects against inflation - the historical data, the real rate relationship, and when it works for UK investors.
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Why does gold pay no yield?
Gold's zero yield explained - when the opportunity cost matters, what gold offers instead, and how to think about a non-yielding asset in a UK portfolio.
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The gold-silver ratio explained
The gold-silver ratio explained — what it is, its historical range, how UK investors use it, and the VAT and CGT costs of switching between metals.
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Gold vs Bitcoin for UK investors
Gold vs Bitcoin for UK investors - performance, inflation hedge track record, volatility, and the CGT difference that shapes the comparison.
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Gold vs UK stocks: 20-year returns
Gold vs FTSE 100 over 20 years in GBP - performance data, why the comparison differs in GBP vs USD, dividends, and an honest assessment of each.
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How much gold should you hold?
How much gold to hold in a UK investment portfolio - frameworks by life stage, the yield cost of gold, when to go higher or lower, and CGT efficiency.
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DigiGold vs physical gold vs ETFs
Royal Mint DigiGold vs physical Sovereigns vs gold ETFs - how they compare on CGT, cost, ownership, and who each option suits.
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Pound-cost averaging into gold
Pound-cost averaging into gold - how regular buying works, what the evidence says vs lump sum, and how to set up recurring gold purchases in the UK.
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How to invest in gold in the UK
5 ways to invest in gold in the UK - physical coins, ETFs, mining shares and more. Tax, risk and liquidity trade-offs compared. Updated 2026.
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Market & prices
8 guidesHow the gold price is set, what moves it, and what the data says about UK ownership.
Why central banks are buying gold
How central banks buy gold - why purchases hit record highs since 2022, which countries are buying, and what it means for investors.
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How is the gold price set?
How the LBMA gold price auction works - morning and afternoon fix, spot vs fix, how the price moves to GBP, and what it means for UK buyers.
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How to invest in palladium in the UK
Palladium investment for UK investors — physical bars vs ETCs, VAT and CGT position, the EV demand risk, and how it compares to gold and platinum.
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Should UK investors buy platinum?
Platinum for UK investors - VAT and CGT position, physical vs ETC, the hydrogen demand thesis, and how it compares to gold and silver.
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Gold spot price vs futures
Gold spot price vs futures price explained - contango, backwardation, COMEX, roll costs for ETFs, and why gold moves when UK markets are closed.
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UK gold ownership statistics
UK gold ownership statistics - how many adults hold gold, how it compares internationally, demographics, what people hold, and why ownership is rising.
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What drives the gold price?
What drives the gold price — real interest rates, dollar strength, central bank buying, ETF flows, and how GBP/USD shapes UK investor returns.
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What Is the LBMA? A UK Investor's Guide
The LBMA explained - Good Delivery standard, approved refiners, responsible sourcing, and why it matters when buying gold bars in the UK.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I buy gold or silver?
It depends on your goals. Gold is typically viewed as wealth preservation — it's been a store of value for thousands of years. Silver has both investment and industrial demand, making it more volatile but potentially offering higher returns. Many investors hold both for diversification.
Read our gold buying guide and silver buying guide .
Should I buy coins or bars?
Coins (like Sovereigns and Britannias) typically have higher premiums but better liquidity and, in the UK, potential CGT exemptions. Bars have lower premiums but are less liquid and always subject to CGT. For most first-time buyers, coins are the better choice despite the higher premium.
Read our Sovereign buyers guide and gold bar buyers guide .
How much gold should I own?
Most financial advisors suggest 5–15% of your portfolio in precious metals, depending on your risk tolerance and goals. Gold is an insurance policy, not a get-rich-quick investment. Start small — one or two coins — to understand the process.
Read our portfolio allocation guide .
Where should I store my gold?
You have three main options: at home (safe or hidden), in a safety deposit box, or in professional allocated vaulting. For small amounts a home safe is common. For larger holdings, allocated vaulting offers insurance and security without counterparty risk.
Read our allocated vs unallocated gold and storing gold at home .
Do I pay tax on gold profits in the UK?
It depends on the coin. Sovereigns and Britannias are UK legal tender, which makes them CGT-exempt regardless of profit. Gold bars and foreign coins are subject to CGT above your annual allowance. Silver bullion is also subject to CGT, but not VAT in the UK.
Read our full CGT guide for gold and silver .