When you cash in gold in the UK, are you triggering a tax bill or just turning metal into money?

In this episode of GoldBank Insider, we walk through when HMRC cares about your gold sales and when it does not, so you can plan with confidence before you sell.

We explain how the rules differ for casual sellers and investors, why many small jewellery sales fall under the personal possessions rules, and how the Capital Gains Tax allowance works in the 2025/26 tax year. You will hear the key differences between UK legal tender coins like Britannias and Sovereigns versus bars and overseas coins, what counts as investment grade gold for VAT purposes, and how inherited or gifted gold is treated. We also cover when regular buying and selling starts to look like a business in the eyes of HMRC, and the simple records you should keep to stay on the right side of the taxman.

This episode is for general information only and not personal tax advice. If you are unsure about your own situation, you should speak to a qualified adviser.

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