Buy and sell gold
We pay competitive rates for gold jewellery, bars, coins and nuggets. We also sell precious metals including gold and silver bullion bars and coins. Come in and browse our range in the bullion trading room at The Perth Mint Shop.
What we buy
We buy gold jewellery, Perth Mint branded gold, silver, platinum and palladium coins and medallions, gold and silver legal tender coins, gold and silver bars and ingots, natural gold nuggets. See below for conditions and more information.
What we sell
The Perth Mint Shop buys and sells precious metals in the form of gold and silver bullion bars and coins. For more further information read the bullion trading room frequently asked questions before coming in to trade with us.
Selling to us: What you need to know before you visit
The Perth Mint is a licensed secondhand dealer (licence number 1824). Our staff will guide you through the simple process. Prepare for your visit by reading the information below and having the appropriate identification documents with you.
We provide expert assessments, competitive rates and live pricing. If all conditions are met, you will be paid directly into your nominated bank account and, if you wish, you can then buy new investment bars or coins with your proceeds.
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More information on what we buy
Gold jewellery
If no hallmarks are evident or they are illegible, we reserve the right to refuse purchase. Maximum value AUD 10,000. Deductions may apply for items with gemstones and/or other non-metal elements.
Perth Mint precious metal coins and medallions
Includes gold, silver, platinum and palladium. No premium offered for proof/numismatic coin issues.
Other precious metal coins
Recognised legal tender gold and silver issues only. No coins in current circulation. No premium offered for numismatic issues.
Gold and silver bars and ingots
We accept bars made by most LBMA accredited refiners such as The Perth Mint. Non-accredited bars are accepted at our discretion.
Natural gold nuggets
We buy clean (rock-free) natural gold nuggets of all sizes. Exceptional pieces may attract a premium over the spot buy price. Please call in advance for advice.
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Payment conditions
We test your gold jewellery and precious metal on-the-spot using accurately calibrated analysers. Based on a successful outcome, we generally make payment into your nominated bank account on the next business day.
For bullion and natural nuggets over the value of AUD 100,000, we pay into your nominated account two working days after the transaction. For jewellery over the value of AUD 5,000, we pay into your nominated account five working days after the transaction.
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Forms and ID requirements
Download and complete ‘Bullion and jewellery transaction form’ before coming to The Perth Mint with the following original ID documents:
- your current driver’s licence, passport or proof of age card
- a utility bill (electricity, water or gas) less than three months old with your name and current residential address displayed
- details of your banking institution, including BSB and account number
If correct identification is not provided, the sale will not proceed.
Alternative ID documents are required when selling bullion as a representative of a company, SMSF, Trust, other corporate body or for a third-party. For full details or if you are unable to provide the above documents, please contact us in advance of your visit.
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For people outside Perth
It is a condition of our second-hand dealer’s licence that residents of Western Australia must complete their old gold jewellery transactions in person at The Perth Mint.
Residents of other Australian states and territories, however, may sell their gold jewellery to The Perth Mint by post.
All Australian residents can sell gold bullion (coins, bars etc) without attending the Mint.
Please contact us for further details.
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Four easy steps to receiving payment
Step 1
Complete the ‘Bullion and jewellery transaction form’
Step 2
Have your original ID ready
Step 3
Visit us in the bullion trading room
Step 4
Receive funds if accepted
