Precious metal prices are based on the international spot price of gold and silver. Because these prices fluctuate continuously on global markets, product prices in the shop are updated automatically.
When you add products to the shopping cart, the price will be fixed for 2 minutes to complete your order. After the expiration of the price fix, prices will be updated again.
Understanding the mechanics of the physical bullion industry is the key for successful precious metal investing.
The buying price for gold and silver is higher than the gold and silver commodity price, also referred to as spot price. This is linked to manufacturing costs, packing, shipping, insuring and the bullion company's margin. As the premium on the product is the only way for the physical bullion industry to adjust to supply and demand premiums fluctuate.
At CelticGold we aim to sell always at lowest possible premiums.
The Buy and Sell Spread brings the answer to the question: "How much do I get back if I were to sell right away after I bought gold and silver?
As the physical bullion industry involves a real effort to refine, produce, ship, insure and handle the gold and silver products from the mined raw material the buying price includes the above described premium.
When selling the gold and silver product the bullion industry can't buy back including the premium as the handling and screening need to be factored in again.
Very good bullion companies buy-back from customers at around spot price, meaning the pay approx. 100% of the spot price. For example most "Cash for Gold" shops pay 75% of the spot price.
The average buy and sell spread with the most common gold products ranges between 1% and 5% and naturally silver production and handling is more expensive and the buy and sell spread is higher ranging between 11% and 20%.
You will be pleased to hear that gold coins and gold bullion are vat free. Silver is sold with margin scheme or regular VAT which will be displayed included in the product price.
The shop charges the correct VAT rate according to the ship-to country.
All offered products on our website are 'investment gold/silver' and produced in high numbers and meant for circulation. Even a fresh minted Maple Leaf or Krugerrand for example shows slightest marks. This usually happens when the coin falls into a collection box during the minting process or there may be some impurities on the minting stamp.
Due to the manufacturing process it may happen that there are one or two tiny marks on the coin
as well but this will never cause any negative effect on the value of the coin. It's simply part of the production process.
If you wish to have a spotless coin you need to buy a "Proof" coin.
In terms of output, a proof is the absolute highest quality coin a mint can produce. It’s important to realize that proof coins are not meant for general use or public circulation. They’re meant for coin collectors or numismatists. Because they’re uncirculated and designed that way, these coins by their very nature shouldn’t show signs of wear.
Investment gold generally is not sold with certificates. The investor knows about the purity and the dealer tests the purity before selling to the customer.
There are three exceptions: The Perth Mint bars, the Heraeus gold bars and thr 100 Euro German gold coins are sold with certificates.
Please keep in mind that a certificate is a piece of paper - what really counts is the quality of the physical metal you buy.
We don't run physical shops as we are operating on a lowest price policy. It is possible to pick-up your order from the vault or our office in Darmstadt, near Frankfurt, Germany. Please indicate so when ordering goods online and we will have your package ready for pick up.
CelticGold operates the gold business on tiny margins as we like to open the possibility for everyone to buy gold coins and gold bullion at lowest prices. In addition we sell a lot and have best buying prices in the precious metal market.
Bullion coins are primarily produced for investment purposes and their value is closely linked to the metal price. Collector coins may have additional numismatic value based on rarity, condition or demand among collectors.
Many modern gold bars are delivered in sealed packaging with an integrated certificate (assay card). This certificate confirms the weight, purity and manufacturer of the bar.
CelticGold sources products directly from reputable mints and LBMA-certified refiners. Additionally, professional testing methods are used to verify the authenticity and purity of precious metal products.
Precious metals are traded globally and demand can fluctuate significantly. During periods of high demand some products may temporarily be unavailable until new supply arrives from mints or refiners.
No, selecting a specific year is not possible, as items are shipped from available stock consisting of circulated pieces from different years.
