The Gold Company Reviews 

317
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Looking at 50 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the service is exceptionally fast and professional, with payments transferred directly into bank accounts within minutes of accepting an offer. People also appreciate the convenient prepaid postal packs and the polite communication provided by the team throughout the entire transaction. However, some reviewers were not happy with the valuations, feeling that the initial cash offers were far too low compared to expected market values. A few other people also felt that negotiating prices was frustrating when receiving lower quotes than anticipated for their items. Some customers noted challenges when trying to resolve discrepancies regarding their item valuations.

What people talk about most

Service

Clients share positive opinions on service, highlighting fast and efficient communication as well as prompt... See more

Payment

Users describe positive interactions with payment, noting that funds are transferred promptly and... See more

Value for money

Customers had ambiguous experiences with value for money, revealing a sharp contrast in pricing feedback.... See more

Price

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of price, often expressing satisfaction with the quick offers received... See more

Response time

Consumers have mixed feelings regarding response times. Many people report extremely fast communication and... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good firm to deal with. Done 3 transactions now & been pleasantly surprised by the valuations & speed of payment. Much better than the local high street cowboys. I will only use them in the futur... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They contacted me straight away after I sent them a message and sent out the package I needed to send back my gold rings, postage was free to send to them, I heard from this company two days later an... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really impressed with TGC, received my pre paid envelope within a day and when I posted off my Gold, they had received it, valued it and paid me within 24hours. Phoned with the valuation, took my deta... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We sent a mixed bag of "gold" jewellery to them on 26 August and within a couple of days they contacted us to say that as some of it had no hallmark they were sending it to Head Office for checking.... See more

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Company details

  1. Gold and silver trading company

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We will value and buy your unwanted, unloved, unused Gold, Platinum, Palladium and Silver. Whether pristine and new, or old and tarnished, or even broken, and of any shape or size, we provide free collections, free valuations, free postage and free returns. Just request a selling pack now, receive it the next working day and post it straight back. We will value all items, make you an offer and pay by bank transfer, cheque or even Paypal, on the same day. All items are automatically insured up to £750 per pack, with higher insurance available on request. And if you decline our offer or change your mind, all items are returned to you free.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

317 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very easy transaction

Very easy to do, and understand. Everything sent to you. No postage costs. Very courteous service, and pleased with t h my offer. Speedy payment too .

15 October 2024
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Reply from The Gold Company

Dear Sandy,

We are thrilled to hear you found our services quick and easy. Thank you for the lovely review.

Best wishes,
The Gold Company

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service

15 October 2024
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Reply from The Gold Company

Dear Helen,

Thank you for the 5 star review. If there is anything we can help you with in the future, please get in touch.

Best wishes,
The Gold Company

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Still not recieved the money for the…

Still not recieved the money for the jewellery.

20 September 2024
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Reply from The Gold Company

Hi, we're sorry to hear that you have not received the payment for your jewellery. So that we can investigate this further and resolve this promptly, please contact us directly on 0800 464 182 or via our email info@thegoldcompany.co.uk. We would like to extend our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience caused by the delay in your payment.

Best wishes,
The Gold Company

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very slick and easy business

Very slick and easy business, they do exactly what their adverts say.Articles sent off and offered on in less than a week and once offer excepted money in my bank within the hour.

13 September 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick service

Very quick service, would use again if I find any more hidden away. All dealt with, within a day of me sending them.

30 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Cannot praise this Company enough. Sent jewellery to them, got a phone call the following day and funds transferred immediately. No hassle whatsoever.

29 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience!!

I mailed the return envelope around 10am Monday morning, got the offer at 1:46pm Tuesday and the money was in my account 50 minutes later. The Gold Company is professional, trustworthy and fast!! I will never use anyone else should I have anything to sell in the future. Fantastic job guys. Thank you very much.

20 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5* plus

5* plus. Sent old items lying about the house at 5pm and had a call confirming receipt and funds in my bank by 230pm next day! Fantastic service, great communication, customer service. Fantastic service and highly recommend

14 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gold company are brilliant

Sent various items to the gold company and quickly received a response and valuation I was very happy with the friendly and professional manner I was dealt with and received the money the same day, highly recommended

7 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended.

I recently send some unwanted items to the Gold company. The process was so easy and straightforward. They sent me the prepaid envelope, and I posted my items on Friday, and had agreed my payment by Monday afternoon. I spoke to Ivan who explained the process and everything was complete in mins. Highly recommended. Five star service. Thank you.

5 August 2024
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