Sell Gold Jewellery at Auction? Think Again | Birmingham Gold Company
Selling Gold Jewellery at Auction? Think Again
Why Avoid Auction Houses & Some Online Sites
We often ask: why are people still using auction houses and certain online platforms to sell gold jewellery? Many auction houses charge 30% in fees, make you wait weeks for payment, and sometimes the winning bidder doesn’t even pay.
Even worse, many sellers could have received a significantly higher payout from us — with no delays, no middlemen, and no surprises.
Real Customer Experiences
We’ve had customers come to us frustrated by auction delays. One waited six weeks only to deal with a non-paying bidder. Another was told by an auction house that their item would fetch a certain price — yet we paid them 40% more, once their fees were factored in.
Gold Sovereigns have also fetched less at auction than we routinely pay. The truth is: auctions often overvalue to entice your items in, then encourage low offers just to close a sale.
The Birmingham Gold Company Advantage
- No seller fees or deductions
- Immediate same-day payment — no waiting weeks
- Fair market-based prices — often higher than auction results
- No pressure — we won’t push you into accepting a low offer
We pay more for antique, vintage, and modern jewellery when it has resale value — and we don’t delay payments or charge commission. It’s that simple.
Compare Before You Commit
Thinking of selling at auction? Ask for a quote, deduct their fees, and then visit our gold calculator to see if we can beat it. In most cases — we can.
Why wait weeks and risk low offers or non-paying buyers? Call us today on 0121 448 0488 or send us your details for a no-obligation valuation.
