Solid gold versus gold-plated watches

We buy solid gold and gold-cased watches and value them on their gold content via XRF assay and the LBMA spot price. Gold-plated watches contain only a microscopic layer of gold and are not accepted.

If your watch has movements or set stones, tell us in your request and we'll separate and return them or make a separate offer. The gold case and components are weighed and valued by carat.

You might also find our guides on selling gold jewellery, selling scrap gold and how we value your gold helpful.

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Latest Gold Spot Prices (per gram)

Thursday, 25 June 2026, 10:02 (GMT+0000)
We pay a percentage of spot price depending on the amount of precious metal received.
9ct
£36.52
14ct
£56.78
18ct
£73.04
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£89.28
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£97.39

FAQ

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Do you accept gold-plated watches?

No. Plated watches have no recoverable gold value. Solid gold and gold-cased watches are valued on their actual gold content.

How is a gold watch valued?

By its gold content: we assay the carat by XRF, weigh the gold parts and apply the LBMA spot price.

What about the movement and stones?

Let us know and we'll remove and return movements or set stones, or make a separate offer where they have value.

Not sure if my watch is solid gold?

Send it in; our XRF assay will confirm whether it's solid gold or plated, and we'll explain the result.

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