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What to Expect When Selling Bullion to AU Bullion

Whether you’ve been storing gold or silver for years, or you’ve only recently chosen to sell, selling your bullion can be a significant move. We know at AU Bullion Canada how much making a fair price, having a straightforward process, and trusted service are important.

So what really happens when you come through our doors—or come to our website—to sell your precious metals?

Here is a brief summary of what you can look forward to when selling bullion to AU Bullion:

Step 1: First Contact or Walk-In Visit

You have a choice of beginning in one of two methods:

  • Stop by our office in Vancouver in person at a walk-in assessment
  • Get in touch by phone or online to talk about what you want to sell

We’ll request from you fundamental information like:

  • Metal type (gold, silver, platinum, etc.)
  • Form (coins, bars, jewelry, etc.)
  • Weight and purity, where known
  • Condition: sealed, circulated, or worn

Don’t worry if you are uncertain about having precise specs—we’re here to assist in figuring everything out!

Step 2: Testing and Authenticating Metal

Once you are in-store (or have organized to send us your things securely), we will conduct a fast but comprehensive assessment. This might comprise:

  • Weight check through accurate scales
  • Purity testing using XRF analysis or acid testing (for scrap and jewelry)
  • Inspection by sight for mint marks, condition, or authenticity characteristics
  • We utilize equipment of professional standards to provide accurate, transparent testing, before your eyes.

Step 3: Get a Competitive Offer

We would give you a no-obligation quote based on your bullion’s live market rate and condition. Our offers are based on:

  • Current spot price
  • Metal purity
  • Product condition (e.g., sealed, circulated,
  • Global demand and liquidity

We are proud to pay some of the highest buyback rates in Canada. No tricks, no gimmicks, no fee to anywhere!

Step 4: Accept and Get Paid

If you are satisfied with the quote, we proceed to the last step:

  • Provide a valid government-issued ID
  • Agree to close the transaction
  • Select your preferred payment option: cash, e-transfer, cheque, or bank wire
  • For the majority of instances, same-day payment is made, and you get peace of mind that you have been paid in full for your bullion.

Bonus: Safe, Private, and Secure

Everything is conducted in a secure, professional environment. Privacy, security, and satisfaction are our highest priorities—whether selling a single gold coin from your collection, or your entire bullion stack.

Reasons to sell to AU Bullion:
  • Upfront, transparent live pricing and candid appraisals
  • Quick and secure payouts
  • Specialists in bullion as well as scrap metal
  • Trusted by thousands of investors and collectors throughout Canada 
  • Walk-in friendly with both a Vancouver and a Brampton office 

We don’t merely sell bullion but also purchase bullion, and we do so ethically.