Essex is home to millions of people, and at 888 Bullion we are proud to offer residents across the county a gold and silver buying service that is fast, secure and genuinely rewarding. Whether you are in Chelmsford, Colchester, Southend, Brentwood, Basildon or anywhere else in Essex, our fully insured postal service gives you direct access to Hatton Garden prices without leaving home.
We are specialist precious metals buyers with over 40 years of experience, and our in-house refining operation allows us to pay up to 98% of the live spot price for gold and silver. That is significantly more than most local buyers across Essex can offer, and it is a difference that can be worth hundreds or even thousands of pounds depending on what you are selling.
If you have gold or silver you are ready to sell, we make the process as simple as possible: request a free insured gold pack, send your items, receive a transparent valuation and get paid the same day.
We purchase all types of gold, silver, platinum and palladium from Essex residents, in any condition and any quantity. Our buying team regularly acquires:
Every item is assessed individually using professional XRF testing equipment and live market data. You will always receive a transparent valuation with a clear explanation of how we arrived at your price.
Essex has plenty of local gold buyers — jewellers, pawnbrokers and cash-for-gold shops in every town. But the prices they offer rarely reflect the true value of your items. Most local buyers across Essex pay between 50% and 70% of the live market value.
At 888 Bullion, we regularly pay up to 98%. This is made possible by our in-house refining operation, which allows us to process precious metals sustainably and efficiently. Rather than sending your gold to a third-party refiner, we handle the process ourselves and repurpose quality material into new jewellery and bullion products. This reduces our costs and allows us to share a far greater proportion of the value with the people who sell to us.
We also back every transaction with a best-price guarantee. Show us a genuine written offer from any buyer in Essex and we will beat it.
Once your items arrive at our Hatton Garden office and have been assessed, we aim to transfer payment to your UK bank account within 2 hours. Every customer receives payment within 24 hours of us receiving their items, without exception.
We pay by bank transfer only — fast, secure and completely traceable. No cheques, no delays.
Our postal service is available from every town and village in Essex. Pack your gold or silver carefully and send it to our Hatton Garden office using Royal Mail Special Delivery, which automatically insures your parcel up to £2,500 during transit.
For items worth more than £2,500, please contact us before sending so we can arrange additional insurance cover. Your valuables are fully protected from the moment they leave Essex until they arrive safely with our team.
Get in touch via our Contact Us page to request your complimentary fully insured gold pack. We will send it out to you promptly, wherever you are in Essex.
Place your gold or silver carefully into the packaging and seal it securely before posting.
Send your parcel from any post office in Essex using Royal Mail Special Delivery, insured up to £2,500.
We assess your items on arrival and transfer payment to your bank account — usually within 2 hours of completing our valuation.
Yes. Our postal service is available from anywhere in Essex, including rural areas. As long as you have access to a post office or Royal Mail collection point, you can use our service. Royal Mail Special Delivery is available nationwide.
Gold prices fluctuate daily based on global market conditions. While no one can predict future prices with certainty, gold is currently trading at historically high levels. Many Essex sellers choose to sell now rather than wait, particularly for items they no longer use or need. We are always happy to provide a no-obligation valuation so you can make an informed decision.
Yes. We regularly work with executors, solicitors and individuals managing estate clearances across Essex. We can handle large quantities of mixed precious metals and provide a detailed breakdown of the valuation for each item.
Wrap each item individually in tissue paper or bubble wrap to prevent scratching, then place everything in a small box or padded envelope. Seal the packaging securely and use Royal Mail Special Delivery for automatic insurance up to £2,500. We will provide full packing guidance with your gold pack.
Yes. Many of our customers sell on behalf of elderly relatives or family members who are unable to manage the process themselves. Payment can be made to any UK bank account you specify.
