The guide to investing in gold or selling your gold items safely

To sell or invest in Gold with complete confidence and security, GOLDMARKET experts answer all questions about precious metals.

Whether you have questions about gold taxation or how to buy or sell jewelry or gold bars (or coins), find all the answers to your questions! Other questions? Do not hesitate to contact us at +01 82 83 62 63

Frequently Asked Questions About Gold InvestmentBullion and Coins

Tradable everywhere, gold is “the” safe haven. Physical investment gold comes in the form of ingots and coins. Gold has been the best investment against the economic crisis and a real means of long-term savings for several centuries.

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No matter what type of investment you want to make, it is important to know the daily quotes and whether the price of gold is going up or down.

The price of gold is constantly fluctuating and it is important that you have reliable information on cost changes.

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You can also also check the price of Gold in real time >>

The London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) sets the price of gold, it is responsible for monitoring and controlling the quotation of gold. Its headquarters are located in London.

The price of Gold is fixed twice a day from Monday to Friday (2:10 GMT and 30:15 GMT).

You can track the price of gold in real time on our site, either in downloading our GOLDMARKET mobile application.

Equivalent to 31,10347 grams of gold, the ounce is an ancient unit of weight still used as a unit of weighing the yellow metal today.

You can follow the price of the Gold Ounce (New York, London) in real time on our site.

As a future investor in precious metals, you must ask yourself the right questions, each type of product having its advantages and importance.

Discover all our advice to help you choose the ingots and coins that match your long-term goals.

If gold is so popular with investors, it is for various reasons, including its particularly advantageous tax status, making it easy to purchase.

Here's everything you need to know about gold taxation >>

When reselling your gold bars or coins, there is a tax called the Precious Metals Tax or TMP for short.

If you want to calculate the precious metals tax (TMP) or the capital gains tax (TPV) on your bars and coins, you can use our online calculator, it's simple and quick!

Since January 1, 2018, the wealth solidarity tax (ISF) has been transformed into a real estate wealth tax (IFI).

Should you include your gold items in the IFI calculation? Our experts are here to advise you.

Find out how this new tax regime benefits investors in precious metals.

The premium is the difference between the price of the precious metal constituting a gold coin (or ingot) and the negotiated price of the coin.

The premium is set by the market based on supply and demand. The higher the demand for a coin, the higher the premium will be.

The premium is expressed in euros or as a percentage. Find out all the information about the gold premium >>

When investing in gold, you need to take the right steps to effectively protect your coins and preserve their marketable quality: A gold coin seal is one of the accessories you can use to achieve this goal.

Discover all the characteristics of a seal for gold coins >> 

A tradable coin, also known as a listed coin or bullion coin, is one of three forms in which gold can be sold to you.

This term is used to designate gold coins that meet the criteria of authenticity and quality required by the standards in force on the stock market.

Discover all the criteria for a coin to be tradable >>

At GOLDMARKET we offer a wide selection of investment coins and pure gold bars at very competitive prices based on official gold exchange rates. You can invest in gold in our agencies GOLDMARKET or online securely. 

You can consult Here is the wide choice of ingots and coins which we offer at GOLDMARKET.

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Advice: our gold investment experts advise and guide you in choosing the type of coins according to your investment objectives.

At GOLDMARKET we buy gold and silver bars and coins at the best prices based on official prices. 

Selling coins or bullion with confidence in one of our agencies is very simple: Our experts evaluate your ingots and coins free of charge and make you the best offer. We pay you immediately by check or bank transfer.

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“How do I store my gold safely?” is one of the main questions that comes up for every investor during the purchase process.

Being well informed on this subject and respecting certain rules is essential to be able to remain calm when owning gold.

Discover all the advice from our experts to help you store your items safely!

When it comes to investing in gold, there are two ways to buy it. In the form of physical gold or paper gold.

Discover all the advice for making the right choice and benefiting from advantageous taxation. Paper Gold, Physical Gold? More info >>

GOLDMARKET is a French company created by recognized experts in the precious metals sector.

The company is established in several cities in France and in Europe through a network of physical agencies at your service to buy or sell your precious metals at the most competitive prices on the market.

GOLDMARKET also offers an innovative experience for buying or selling precious metals online and securely. More information >>

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Selling Gold ItemsOur experts answer all your questions

GOLDMARKET offers you a simple and fast jewelry buyback service. We buy any object in Gold, Silver, Platinum and Palladium. We also buy ingots and coins according to official rates.

The expertise of your gold objects takes place in 4 steps (less than 10 minutes):

  1. Determination of the number of carats (purity/hallmarks/acid/spectrometer)
  2. Weighing your items using a scale certified and approved by customs
  3. Firm and immediate purchase offer based on official prices
  4. Immediate payment by check or bank transfer
  5. NB: with the best price guarantee, if you find better elsewhere, we will refund the difference.

At GOLDMARKET in Ville, we buy and sell at the best prices, jewelry, gold bars and coins (with or without certificate) according to the official prices of the world stock exchanges.

With our Best Price Guarantee, if you find a higher Gold purchase offer than ours, we will refund the difference. Your satisfaction is our priority.

At GOLDMARKET, experts in Gold buyingOur experts will appraise all your gold, silver, platinum, and palladium items free of charge. The appraisal takes 10 to 15 minutes. You can also have an appraisal done by phone (+01 82 83 62 63) or on Goldmarket.fr

The (Free) appraisal of your objects lasts from 10 to 15 minutes. You can also carry out an appraisal by telephone (+01 82 83 62 63) or on Goldmarket.fr

There are several ways to know the number of carats (purity) of a gold object. We advise you to contact professionals like GOLDMARKET to have a reliable expertise.

  • The hallmark: eagle's head for 18 carats
  • Engraving or inscription: 750 for 18 carats
  • An acid: only at a professional
  • A spectrometer: only from a professional

At GOLDMARKET, buying gold is quick and easy. We pay you immediately by check or bank transfer. 

We will give you a nominative purchase invoice at the end of the transaction.

To buy or sell Gold, you must present us with a valid ID. We also accept:

  • Passport
  • Driver's license
  • Residence permit/residency/receipt

You can also sell a gold bar without a certificate (assay report).

You must also be of legal age.

Buying Gold at GOLDMARKET is quick and easy. We pay you immediately by check or bank transfer. Cash payment of precious metals in France is completely prohibited. 

We will give you a nominative purchase invoice (+ contract) at the end of the transaction.

No, we do not buy back gold plated as it contains very little gold.

GOLDMARKET is a French company created by recognized experts in the precious metals sector.

The company is established in several cities in France and in Europe through a network of physical agencies at your service to buy or sell your precious metals at the most competitive prices on the market.

GOLDMARKET also offers an innovative experience for buying or selling precious metals online and securely. More information >>

GOLDMARKET welcomes you with or without an appointment for any gold purchase transaction. However, we advise you to make an appointment because you will have priority and you will not have to wait if there are already customers on site.

You can make an appointment in 2 clicks at: https://www.goldmarket.fr/rendez-vous

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Buy, sell bullion and coins with confidence

GOLDMARKET is a French company created by recognized experts in the precious metals sector.

The company is established in several cities in France and in Europe through a network of physical agencies at your service to buy or sell your precious metals at the most competitive prices on the market.

  • Best Offers and Free Estimate
  • Immediate payment
  • Wide range of ingots and coins
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