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Sell Us Your Metals in Just a Few Easy Steps


U.S. Gold Bureau is eager to buy a select list of precious metals, and pay our customers top dollar for Gold, Silver, Platinum and Palladium coins and bars of all shapes and sizes. We've made the process of selling your metals simple and secure by following just a few easy steps.

Find & Select Your Metals

Find & Select Your Metals

Pack & Ship Your Items

Pack & Ship Your Items

Get Paid!

Get Paid!
United States Gold Bureau Buy Gold and Silver Program

Find & Select Your Precious Metals:

Use the 'Sell to Us' section on any marked product within our store, or find your items within our Payouts Catalog. You may also add more items within the selling tool if you wish to add additional item types. **Buy back estimations fluctuate with quantity.

United States Gold Bureau Buy Gold and Silver Program

Pack & Ship Your Items:

After selecting the items you wish to sell, we'll generate a custom packing slip for you. Download, print and apply to the package containing your items. You'll have up to 48 hours to ship your package via FedEx to maintain your locked payout.

United States Gold Bureau Buy Gold and Silver Program

Get Paid in the Method of Your Choice:

When the items arrive at our facility they will be authenticated & verified, and your payout will be processed within 5 business days. You choose the type of payment; electronic deposit, mailed paper check or store credit -The choice is yours!

Frequent Questions


How much will U.S. Gold Bureau pay me for my precious metals?

Since bullion is a commodity, our purchase price is related to the current spot price of the metal, as determined by the Commodities Exchange (COMEX). We generally buy at or near the current spot price, depending on the exact item and market demand. The exact payout price for your items will be clearly listed with each product, no matter which method is used to locate them. Please keep in mind, payout prices will fluctuate in line with current Market rates until your payout is locked. For a complete list of the items we buy with their adjusted price index, visit our Payouts Catalog.

What do I need to get started?

Before starting the process, please have the following items handy:

  • Blank check (or your account number and bank's routing number)
  • Government-issued photo ID (you can upload a photo or scanned image, or send it from your mobile device)
  • Digital camera or mobile device to take a photo of your shipment for verification purposes
  • Proper box, tape and packing materials
 

What if the precious metal I wish to sell isn’t listed?

 

Although we have a list of items that we are actively buying, we are happy to consider all precious metals. Give us a call at 800-775-3504 if you would like to discuss a particular unlisted item. Please note that the United States Gold Bureau does not buy scrap metal, jewelry, or other items such as dental implants.

 

When does my payout price for my gold or silver get locked?

 

You will be guided through a short series of tasks to identify the items you want to sell, verify your identity, and properly pack your box. Your payout price will be locked when the mailing label is created. At this time you will have 48 hours to ship your item(s) to maintain the locked price.

 

What are the minimum and maximum transaction limits for selling precious metals to the United States Gold Bureau?

 

Our online “Sell to Us” feature can be used for transactions from $1,000 to $75,000. If you are liquidating have more than this, please give us a call at (800) 775-3504 for a quote. We are happy to consider all precious metals in coin or bar form.

 

Why should I trust the United States Gold Bureau?

 

Since our founding in 2003, the United States Gold Bureau has been successfully buying and selling gold coins, silver bullion, precious metal bars and a variety of other pieces. Not only do we pride ourselves on maintaining a long-standing history and positive reputation within the market, we celebrate a growing roster of satisfied clients (read over 2,000 reviews here), many of whom return to work with us time and again.

The United States Gold Bureau is an active member in the Industry Council on Tangible Assets (ICTA), and a registered official Precious Metals Dealer with the State of Texas, Department of Public Safety, Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (Certificate #0101740). We maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct to ensure that our clients enjoy a pleasant, thorough and discreet experience.

 

I’m ready to sell my precious metals items... where do I go from here?

 

You can jump directly into our Payouts Catalog which provides easy-to-use filtering to help you find your specific items, as well as a comprehensive listing of all the other precious metals we buy. All products are listed with up to the minute pricing so you can see exactly what the payout will be for each listed bar or coin. You can also use the 'Sell to Us' area while navigating through the variety of products within our store.

 

How should I pack my precious metals?

 

We recommend that you pack your precious metals to protect them from other items within the package and from the items moving around within the box. Coins and bars that are lose in the packaging could damage each other during the journey to our facility. Using materials that will securely anchor the items to the center of the box can help prevent movement from occurring during shipment. This also allows us to easily locate all the items within the package when it arrives at our facility.

 

Can I drop my precious metals at the United States Gold Bureau?

 

We welcome visitors to our headquarters location in Leander, Texas. Since we do have an extensive security procedure, we urge visitors to give us a call and set an appointment at least 48 hours before you arrive. You may work with a Precious Metals Specialist for the entire process to make sure your visit is arranged with our security staff.

 

How long does it my package take to arrive at the United States Gold Bureau?

 

Our buying process is not only straightforward and simple, but reliable and efficient. After creating a personalized client account on our secure website, you will receive an instant quote on the purchase price of your coins or bars, be able to print a packing list and pre-paid FedEx labels for shipping to our facility in Leander, Texas. Depending on where you live in relation to Leander, TX, we see most packages arrive in our facilities within three business days. This timeframe can fluctuate during storms, holidays or other events outside of the carrier’s control. Your payment is processed soon after your items are received and verified by our team.

 

Are there hidden fees?

 

The U.S. Gold Bureau prides itself on being an honest and transparent company. We do not charge any hidden fees. You will know the exact number that we will pay you before sending your metals to our facility. We are success partners, so we take care of the shipping and insurance when you purchase the metals. Your role is to take care of the shipping when you sell them back to us. The only charge when selling is a $25.00 priority shipping and insurance fee deducted from your proceeds. You can sell your precious metals to the U.S. Gold Bureau with 100% confidence there won't be any surprise fees.

 

How to Sell Gold & Silver


You've dedicated countless hours to researching the right coins, bars and precious metal pieces to add to your portfolio. You've spent weeks, months, or perhaps even years monitoring markets and spot prices. You've waited out the ups and downs of today's economy, and have now reached the point of thinking about, or perhaps even being ready to sell your gold, silver and other precious metals for a healthy return.

And the last thing you want to do now is endure the headache of knowing which place is the best to work with, haggle with a difficult buyer, or worse yet, settle for – or be surprised with – a sub-par payout. That's where the United States Gold Bureau comes in.

Our philosophy has always been to help clients successfully navigate the precious metals investing landscape – through education and personalized service – and discover the optimal means of investing that matches their unique situations. Not only was the United States Gold Bureau founded on the premise of bringing trust and integrity to all aspects of the precious metals market, our goal has always been to exceed our clients' expectations by helping them make better, more informed decisions on buying and selling gold, silver and other investment metals.

And now that the time has come to turn that carefully curated precious metals portfolio into traditional fiat currency, we know our services and expertise will provide you with the easy, hassle-free means of reaping your returns that you not only want, but deserve.

The main recommendation you will find while researching selling gold in the United States – or silver and other precious metals for that matter – is to work with a reputable dealer who has a significant track record of proven client transactions.

While there is a wide range of of local coin retailers, pawn shops and other brick-and-mortar companies touting "cash for gold" – not to mention seemingly fail-proof online marketplaces like eBay – one of the safest and most lucrative ways to move your hard earned investment pieces is to work through a credited organization such as the United States Gold Bureau.

Since our founding in 2003, the United States Gold Bureau has been successfully buying and selling gold coins, silver bullion, precious metal bars and a variety of other pieces. Not only do we pride ourselves on maintaining a long-standing history and positive reputation within the market, we celebrate a growing roster of satisfied clients, many of whom return to work with us time and again.

The United States Gold Bureau is an active member in the Industry Council on Tangible Assets (ICTA), and a registered official Precious Metals Dealer with the State of Texas, Department of Public Safety, Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (Certificate #0101740). We maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct to ensure that our clients enjoy a pleasant, thorough and discreet experience.

Our buying process is not only straightforward and simple, but reliable and efficient. After creating a personalized client account on our secure website, you will receive an instant quote on the purchase price of your coins or bars, be able to print a packing list and pre-paid FedEx labels for shipping to our facility in Leander, Texas, and even work with a dedicated Account Executive to sort through any questions or concerns you may have along the way. Your payment is processed immediately once your items are received and verified by our team.

We know you have options when it comes to investing in the precious metals market, and that's why, for more than a decade, we here at the United States Gold Bureau have prided ourselves on the successes of our clients, and dedicated our time to helping each one secure their portfolios and protect their finances for generations to come!

Not only can you feel confident in your choices knowing that you're dealing with a reputable organization, working with United States Gold Bureau will give you peace of mind in what can be an otherwise daunting and anxiety-inducing process.


Learn more about selling to the United States Gold Bureau

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