Gold buyers do not pay the full market "spot" price because they must cover refining costs and maintain a profit margin. Most reputable buyers pay a percentage of your item's —the worth of its raw gold content if it were melted down. Type of Buyer Typical Payout Range (% of Melt Value) Key Characteristics Specialized Gold Dealers 70% – 90%
Buying scrap is secondary to selling new pieces; overhead is higher. 70% – 90% how much do we buy gold places pay
Lower overhead but requires shipping; often use clear online calculators. 40% – 60% Gold buyers do not pay the full market