Knights Bullion

Knights Bullion: frequently asked questions

Where is Knights Bullion based, and do they operate a mobile gold van?

Knights Bullion has a walk-in retail store at 42 Wood Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire (open Monday to Saturday). The business also operates a mobile gold van, which appears at collector and investment events including the NEC Classic Motor Show in Birmingham, allowing buyers and sellers to transact outside the fixed store. It is a division of Knights Jewellery Limited, incorporated in 2013 and run by brothers Steven and Christopher Allpress.

Does Knights Bullion sell investment-grade bullion products?

Knights Bullion stocks gold and silver bullion coins and bars from supply chain partners including The Royal Mint, Metalor, Umicore, and Heimerle + Meule (Cooksongold), all of which produce investment-grade product. The company is also a member of the National Association of Jewellers. BullionFerret currently tracks 35 listings from Knights Bullion, covering gold and silver across bars and coins.

How can I tell whether bullion I receive is genuine?

Investment-grade bars from LBMA-accredited refiners carry a stamped fineness, weight, refiner mark, and unique serial number that you can cross-check against the refiner's published serial database. Coins from sovereign mints have security features such as microprinting, edge lettering, and laser-frosted details that are difficult to replicate. An XRF (X-ray fluorescence) tester or ultrasonic thickness gauge can verify metal composition and density non-destructively for bars where provenance is uncertain.

Do I need to declare bullion purchases to HMRC?

Buying bullion in the UK does not trigger a reporting requirement to HMRC. Investment gold is VAT-free at 0%; silver and platinum carry VAT at 20%. When you sell at a profit, Capital Gains Tax applies: the basic rate is 18% and the higher rate is 24%, with an annual CGT allowance of £3,000.