A golden

Are you sitting on your very own gold mine? Shire talks to Dave McGray of Gold and Silver Roadshow about unearthing forgotten treasure at home to fund that special something or just to settle those rising bills

Most of us idly dream of winning the pools or the lottery, but many ordinary households have forgotten valuables stored away – old gold and silver jewellery, items and collectibles that could be turned into cash.

“A lucky couple called at one of our recent roadshow events with a couple of gold chains, a silver charm bracelet and a bag of old silver coins. We paid them over £1,600 just for the coins alone,” says expert Dave McGray. “They turned out to be pre-1947 silver coins that were normal currency a few years ago and are now highly collectable.”

“A free, honest valuation within a few minutes”

Perhaps you have something you’ve stashed away because it was given to you by a relative or no longer fits in with your decor? “Dealers are paying big prices for old jewellery and gold and silver objects,” says Dave. “Most unusual gold and silver items are no longer fashionable, but we deal with collectors who will pay high prices for these. Wristwatches and old-fashioned pocket watches can surprise you with their value –you will be amazed by the amounts currently being offered.”

Gold and Silver Roadshow will give you a free, honest valuation with attentive service, within a few minutes and rarely any need to queue.

“Our expert will give you a one-on-one appraisal of the value of your treasured possessions in a private area with no one looking over your shoulder. If you like the valuation, our expert will make you an offer in cash, which you can accept or decline, at no cost to yourself.”

Did you know?

If you think you don’t have anything of value, think again. “We will look at old or foreign coins, old wrist or pocket watches, chains, bracelets, rings and bangles – in any condition, broken or not,” says Dave. “If you think it is a diamond ring, bring it along and we will confirm it to be genuine. If you have an old trophy or tankard or any silver-coloured items, let us value them for you.”

Gold and Silver Roadshow is interested in all foreign and pre-1947 UK silver coins. “We pay at least 10 times face value for these,” promises Dave.

Medal Winners

As well as gold jewellery and coins such as sovereigns, Krugerrands and Maples, there are less obvious items that could be of interest, such as dental gold. Likewise Dave is interested in any silver such as trays, teapots, cigarette cases and cutlery. “I’d also offer cash for platinum and antique jewellery”

In addition, Gold and Silver Roadshow is on the look-out for war medals and old Masonic memorabilia and medals. “We have paid thousands of pounds for certain war medals and even the General Service Medal group is worth bringing in, especially if you have the original box and letters to accompany them.” Also of great interest are old military uniforms, tunics, hats and any Army, Navy or RAF field gear.

So why not have an early spring clean, dig out those ‘no longer treasured’ items and turn them into cash?