Selling Gold in Durban — Your Questions Answered
46 answers to everything people ask us before their first meeting — value, testing, safety, payment and the areas we cover.
Value & pricing
- How much is my gold worth?
- Your gold is worth its weight in pure gold at the current gold price. We test the karat, weigh each piece on a calibrated scale in front of you, and show you exactly how the offer is worked out. Send us photos on WhatsApp for a rough idea before we meet.
- Do you buy broken gold jewellery?
- Yes. Snapped chains, single earrings, bent rings and damaged pieces are all bought at full gold value. Damage does not change the amount of gold in the piece.
- Do you come to my home?
- Yes. Option 1 is a home visit at a time that suits you. Option 2 is a meeting at a local coffee shop or restaurant of your choice if you prefer a public place.
- Is it safe to sell gold at home?
- Everything is tested and weighed in front of you, nothing leaves your sight, and payment reflects in your bank account before you hand anything over. If you would rather not meet at home, we meet in a public place instead.
- How fast do I get paid?
- Immediately. If you accept the offer we pay straight into your bank account and give you proof of payment. The money reflects before you hand over your valuables.
- Do I need any documents to sell?
- Bring your ID for the record of sale. Certificates, receipts or valuations are helpful for diamonds and collectable watches but are not required.
- Do you buy 9ct and 18ct gold?
- Yes — 9ct, 14ct, 18ct, 22ct and 24ct are all bought, priced according to their purity.
- What if my jewellery has no hallmark?
- We test the metal directly with a scanner and acid test, so a missing, worn or foreign hallmark is never a problem.
- Do you buy diamonds without certificates?
- Yes. A certificate helps, but we assess carat, colour, clarity and cut ourselves and make an offer on the spot.
- Is there a minimum amount of gold?
- No. Whether you have one broken chain or an entire collection, we would love to meet — no deal is too big or too small.
- What areas do you cover?
- Every neighbourhood in Durban and the surrounding areas, from the Bluff and Amanzimtoti through the Berea and Westville up to Umhlanga, Ballito and Tongaat.
- How does the referral programme work?
- Refer a friend or family member. If they sell to us, you earn R500 to R2000 depending on the value of the deal.
- What is the gold price per gram in Durban today?
- The gold price moves every minute on the international market and is quoted in rands per gram once converted. Our live gold price page shows today's rand price for 9ct, 14ct, 18ct, 22ct and 24ct gold, and we always show you the exact rate we are using when we make you an offer.
- How much is 9ct gold worth per gram?
- 9ct gold is 37.5% pure gold, so a gram of 9ct is worth roughly 37.5% of the pure gold price for that day. Our gold price page does the maths for you at today's rate, and we weigh your pieces in front of you so you can check the total yourself.
- How much is 18ct gold worth per gram?
- 18ct gold is 75% pure gold, so it is worth about twice as much per gram as 9ct. We test each piece to confirm the karat before pricing it — stamps are a guide, not proof.
- What is a Krugerrand worth today?
- A full Krugerrand contains one troy ounce of pure gold, so its value tracks the daily gold price in rands, with a small premium for condition and demand. Half, quarter and tenth Krugerrands are priced proportionally.
- How do you test gold?
- We use an electronic scanner plus a traditional acid test on an inconspicuous spot, then weigh each piece on a calibrated scale. Everything happens on the table in front of you — nothing is taken away to be tested elsewhere.
- Will testing damage my jewellery?
- No. Scanning is completely non-destructive, and the acid test uses a tiny scratch on a hidden surface that is invisible once cleaned.
- Why do gold buyers offer different prices?
- Because they take different margins, and some quote on the stamped karat rather than the tested karat. Ask any buyer to show you the rate, the tested purity and the weight. If they cannot show all three, be careful.
- Do you charge for a valuation?
- No. Testing, weighing and the offer are completely free, whether you sell or not, and there is never pressure to accept.
What we buy
- Do you buy gold-plated jewellery?
- We will always test it and tell you the truth. Plated pieces carry a very thin layer of gold and are usually not worth selling — we would rather say so than waste your time.
- Do you buy silver and silverware?
- Yes. Sterling silver jewellery, tea sets, trays, trophies, cutlery canteens and silver coins are all bought against the daily silver price.
- Do you buy platinum?
- Yes. Platinum wedding bands, engagement rings and settings are tested and priced against the live platinum market. Many people mistake platinum for white gold or silver.
- Do you buy luxury and Swiss watches?
- Yes — steel or gold, running or not, with or without box and papers. Brand, model, condition and originality determine the offer, and a solid gold case sets a floor on the value.
- Do you buy dental gold?
- Yes. Gold crowns and bridges are tested and weighed like any other gold, with any porcelain or tooth material excluded from the weight.
- Do you buy gold bars and bullion?
- Yes — minted bars of any size, and cast bars with recognised refiner marks. Bullion is priced tightly against the day's gold rate.
- Do you buy costume jewellery?
- Costume pieces normally have no metal value, but it is worth showing us — real gold and silver often hide in a box of costume jewellery, and we sort through it with you.
- Do you buy deceased estate jewellery?
- Yes, and we handle it carefully. We can go through an entire estate collection with you, item by item, explain what each piece is, and give you a written breakdown for the executor.
- Do you buy engagement rings and wedding bands?
- Yes. The metal and the stones are valued separately and added together, so you see exactly where the offer comes from.
- Do you buy antique and Victorian jewellery?
- Yes. Antique pieces are often worth more intact than melted, and we will tell you when that is the case rather than simply weighing them.
Meeting & safety
- How soon can you come out?
- Usually the same day or the next, depending on where you are. WhatsApp us and we will confirm a time within minutes during business hours.
- Do you work weekends and evenings?
- Yes. Evening and weekend appointments are no problem — we work around your day, not the other way around.
- Can I meet you somewhere public instead of my home?
- Absolutely. Option 2 is a meeting at any coffee shop or restaurant you choose. Many people prefer it, and it makes no difference to the offer.
- How do I know you are legitimate?
- Everything is tested and weighed in front of you, you see the rate and the calculation, payment reflects in your account before anything changes hands, and you get a record of sale. You are free to stop at any point.
- Is it better to use a pawn shop or a gold buyer?
- A pawn shop lends against your gold and charges interest, and their buy-out prices reflect that. A gold buyer buys the item outright. If you do not intend to redeem the piece, selling directly almost always pays more.
- Am I obliged to sell once you have valued my items?
- Never. Plenty of people just want to know what they have. There is no fee and no pressure — if the number is not right for you, we shake hands and go.
Payment & paperwork
- How do you pay — cash or EFT?
- We pay by instant EFT into your bank account with proof of payment shown to you, which is safer for everyone than carrying cash. Payment reflects before you hand your items over.
- Do I pay tax when I sell my gold?
- For most people selling personal jewellery there is nothing to declare. Large or investment holdings such as bullion may have capital gains implications — speak to your accountant if you are unsure. We cannot give tax advice.
- Do you give a receipt?
- Yes. Every sale is recorded with a description of each item, the weight, the price and both parties' details.
- Can I sell on behalf of someone else?
- Yes, with their written permission and a copy of their ID, or with the relevant estate documents if you are acting as executor.
- Do you buy from jewellers and businesses?
- Yes. We buy scrap and old stock from jewellers, pawn brokers and estate agents handling clearances, and can arrange regular collections.
Areas & service
- How much gold do I need before it is worth calling you?
- One broken chain is enough. We built this business on small, friendly deals as much as large ones — no deal is too big or too small.
- Do you visit security estates and retirement villages?
- Yes, regularly. Give us your details in advance and we will arrange access with the gate so the visit is quick and easy.
- Do you travel outside Durban?
- Yes. We cover the whole of Durban and the surrounding areas, and travel to Pietermaritzburg, the Midlands, Richards Bay and the South Coast by arrangement for larger collections.
- How do I find a gold buyer near me in Durban?
- We come to you, so the nearest gold buyer is wherever you are. Pick your suburb from our area pages, or simply WhatsApp us your location and we will confirm a time.
- Can you give me a price from photos?
- We can give you a rough range from clear photos on WhatsApp, including any stamps. The firm offer comes once we have tested and weighed the pieces in person.
Send us a photo and we’ll take it from there
WhatsApp us a picture of your items. We come to you, test everything in front of you and pay immediately.