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Transparent online valuations: Upload photos of your coins and answer a few simple questions. Our AI-powered valuation tool and in-house experts assess gold content, weight, and coin type. You see a clear, honest offer before you commit.
Free, insured shipping: Once you accept our offer, we send you a prepaid, fully insured shipping kit. Pack your coins and drop them off at your nearest courier. Your coins are protected from the moment they leave your hands.
Fast payment: Once we receive and verify your coins, payment is issued quickly. Bank transfer or check; your choice.
No obligation: Our valuations are completely free. If our offer doesn't work for you, we return your coins at no cost.
Step 1: Get a Free Valuation
Use our online valuation tool and gold calculator to receive an instant estimate. Simply take clear photos and answer a few questions about your coins. We then assess gold content, weight, and coin type; flagging any pieces that may carry numismatic value above melt. If you're wondering how to sell gold coins or where to sell gold coins, it starts here.
Step 2: Ship Your Coins Safely
If you decide to move forward, Unvault sends you a free, fully insured shipping kit.
** Each kit includes tamper-evident packaging and clear instructions. Your coins are insured from the moment they leave your hands until they arrive at our facility.
Step 3: Expert Verification and Final Offer
When your coins arrive, our team quickly verifies their weight, purity, and coin type. We do this by checking mint marks, years, and condition. We then make a final offer based on current market prices and the specific coins in hand. If you decline, we return your coins at no cost.
Step 4: Get Paid
Once you accept our final offer, payment is issued. You may choose between bank transfer or check. Most clients receive funds within a few business days depending on the payment method selected.
The value of a gold coin comes from two potential sources:
Melt value: the raw gold content at today's spot price. A 1 oz American Gold Eagle, for example, contains one troy ounce of gold (91.67% pure) and its melt value moves with the daily gold price.
Numismatic value: the collector premium above melt. Rare dates, low mintage years, graded coins (NGC, PCGS), and historically significant pieces can sell for multiples of their melt value.
For most common bullion coins, melt value is the primary driver. For older, rarer, or professionally graded coins, collector demand can add significant value on top. Unvault evaluates both components so you receive an accurate offer rather than a generic melt-based quote.
We purchase a wide range of gold coins including:
If you're unsure whether your coin qualifies, simply request a valuation. Our experts will evaluate each piece individually.
Local coin shops can provide same-day cash, but offers vary widely and you're limited to buyers in your area. Coin shows offer competitive pricing but require travel and time. Online dealers, on the other hand, provide national reach and typically more competitive offers; but you need to ship your coins and wait a few days for payment.
Unvault combines the benefits of online selling with transparent, expert-backed valuations; especially with free insured shipping, and quick payment. All this with no obligation to sell!
How do you sell gold coins with Unvault?
Start with a free online jewelry appraisal. Upload photos and answer a few questions. If you decide to proceed, ship your coins using our free insured kit. We verify and make a final offer!
How to sell gold coins if some have collector value?
Let us know about any special coins when you request your valuation. We examine mint marks, years, grades, and conditions. Coins with numismatic value above melt are evaluated accordingly so you receive a fair offer for the full coin, not just the gold content.
Is shipping free and insured?
Yes! We provide a prepaid, fully insured shipping kit. You can rest assured that the coins are protected from loss or damage from the moment they leave your hands until they arrive at our facility. Be sure to contact our team if you have any further questions.
What if I change my mind?
You can decline our final offer at any point before accepting and we will return your coins free of charge. There is no obligation to sell at any stage!
