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The best place to sell jewellery in the UK.

The best place to sell jewellery in the UK depends on the piece. Online buy-back specialists like Redisco pay closest to market with insured postage and free returns; pawnbrokers are fast but pay less; auctions can suit rare or designer pieces but take weeks and charge fees.

Online buy-back specialists

Online specialists usually pay the most for everyday gold and diamond jewellery, because their overheads are low and pricing is tied to the live market. The best offer a free valuation, transparent figures, insured postage both ways, and free returns if you decline.

Look for an AI-plus-gemmologist valuation: it values the brand, stones and craftsmanship. Not just the metal, so branded and stone-set pieces fetch more than scrap.

Pawnbrokers

Pawnbrokers give you cash the same day, which is their main advantage. The trade-off is price: to cover their risk and margin they typically pay below what an online specialist or auction would, especially on branded pieces.

High-street jewellers

Some jewellers buy second-hand stock, but only what fits their shelves, and they need resale margin, so offers vary widely and many won't buy at all. Convenient if you have a trusted local jeweller; rarely the top price.

Auctions

Auction houses suit rare, antique or sought-after designer pieces that benefit from competitive bidding. Expect seller's fees (often 10–25%), a wait of weeks, and no guarantee of the hammer price. Not ideal for standard gold.

What to check before you sell

Whoever you choose, confirm five things: transparent pricing (every figure shown), insured postage both ways, free, no-obligation returns, independent reviews (e.g. Trustpilot), and a clear verification step (XRF for metal, a gemmologist for stones).

FAQ

Where can I get the most money for my jewellery?
For everyday gold and diamond jewellery, online buy-back specialists usually pay the most because pricing tracks the live market and overheads are low. Rare or designer pieces can do better at auction.
Is it safe to sell jewellery by post?
Yes, with a reputable specialist: postage should be pre-paid and fully insured (e.g. Royal Mail Special Delivery), tracked, and covered both ways, with a free insured return if you decline.
Do I need a certificate to sell?
No. A diamond certificate (GIA/IGI) speeds the review and can lift the offer, but a good buyer grades uncertified stones in-house and tests metal by XRF.
How fast will I get paid?
Online specialists typically pay by bank transfer within a couple of business days of verifying the piece; pawnbrokers pay same-day; auctions pay weeks after the sale.

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