You want to sell your gold, but where do you get the best price? In Belgium, there are several options, each with their own pros and cons.
Option 1: Certified gold buyer
A specialised gold buyer is typically the best choice:
- Highest price — based on the international rate with low margins
- Instant payment — receive your money the same day
- Professional appraisal — certified equipment
- Transparent — you see exactly how the price is calculated
Option 2: Jeweller
A jeweller sometimes buys gold, but the price is often 15-30% lower than at a specialised gold buyer. Only interesting if your piece has collector's value.
Option 3: Online platforms
Convenient but risky: you need to send your gold by post, without the ability to verify the appraisal in person.
Option 4: Banks
Some banks buy back bars and coins, but not jewellery, and often at lower prices.
Tax rules in 2026
Since 1 January 2026, a 10% capital gains tax applies to profits from selling investment gold. Jewellery is exempt. Read our detailed article: Capital Gains Tax on Gold in Belgium 2026.
Checklist for the best price
- Compare — request quotes from multiple buyers
- Know your karats — understand what you're selling
- Check the rate — view the current gold price
- Keep receipts — important for tax filing
- Sell jewellery separately — exempt from capital gains tax
Free appraisal at La Mine De Diamant
At La Mine De Diamant in Knokke-Heist and Bruges, we offer the highest price for your gold. No obligations, instant payment, open 7 days a week.
