Sell Gold Jewelry Online — How It Works and What to Expect

How Selling Gold Jewelry Online Works

You request a free shipping kit or ship your gold yourself (insured). The company receives your items, tests purity, weighs them, and sends you an offer based on current gold prices. You can accept (and get paid by cheque or bank transfer) or reject and have your items returned. The whole process often takes a few days to two weeks. Before you send anything, know your gold's approximate melt value so you can judge whether the offer is fair — use our calculator below.

What to Look for in an Online Gold Buyer

• Clear payout terms: Do they state a percentage of melt or a minimum? Read the fine print.
• Reputation: Check reviews, BBB, and forums. Avoid companies with many complaints about low offers or slow returns.
• Insurance and tracking: Ship with full insurance and tracking so you can prove what you sent.
• No-obligation return: You should be able to say no and get your items back without fee (or a clearly stated return fee).

We don't endorse specific brands; names like APMEX, Cash for Gold USA, and similar are well-known types of buyers. Compare several and read their terms before choosing.

Staying Safe When You Mail Gold

Use a tracked, insured service (e.g. USPS Registered, FedEx or UPS with insurance). Take photos of your items and note weights and any stamps before shipping. Keep copies of the shipping receipt and any paperwork. If the offer is far below your melt value estimate, reject it and ask for your items back. For more on melt value and buyer types, see our how to sell gold guide.

Estimate Your Gold Value Before You Send

Know your melt value so you can evaluate online offers. Enter weight and purity below.