We are required to keep identification to comply with HM Revenue and Customs regulations.
When do J Blundell & Sons Require ID?
We will require ID for all orders no matter the value. However, if you have supplied ID within the last 12 months you do not need to resend it.
What identification is acceptable?
You must provide one item as Proof of Name and one item as Proof of Address. Please refer to the lists below for acceptable items.
We accept the following forms for Proof of Name:
- Passport
- Full Driving Licence
- National Identity Card
- National Insurance card
- Birth certificate
We accept the following forms of ID as a Proof of Address:
- Phone bill
- Other utility bill
- Deeds
- Tenancy lease
- Council tax bill
- Hotel key card (for non-UK residents only)
Please be aware: We don’t accept credit card statements, mobile phone bills or provisional driving licence.
What happens to the ID I supply?
Identification we have requested from you is taken to verify your identity, in line with anti-money laundering guidelines. This information is not sold or used for remarketing. Information you provide is recorded by one our trained bullion dealers, in the performance of their duties only. For more information on how we keep and use your data, please visit our Privacy Policy.
Below are some links with helpful information regarding Money Laundering Regulations:
www.gov.uk/topic/business-tax/money-laundering-regulations
www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2007/2157/regulation/14/made
How our customers view our service
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I have used Blundells a few times now to purchase gold. Very impressed by the competitive prices and the professional service. Enjoyed being served by the two lovely ladies who... read more
Mona Usher
30 March 2026Dealt with J.Blundell recently. Not only did I get the highest price of all the shops I visited in Hatton Garden, but they were also straight talking and very knowledgeable.... read more
Can Atik
1 April 2022Very friendly people and the best gold price too. Just go and visit, no need to call!!
Simon Cruden
1 April 2020 -
Very happy with the service and will gladly recommend and use them again
Stephen Howe
1 March 2023Very helpful, great customer service. Fast payment and some of the best rates on the market. Highly recommend
Anish Shah
1 December 2022Slight hiccup with speed of payment going through meant gift purchase didn't arrive on time. Admittedly I left it late and tight for service but was told it would arrive... read more
Tim Lamb
1 March 2023 -
The buying process was simple and straight forward. The website is easy to navigate and use. Happy with my purchase.
Lee-Ann de Villiers
3 October 2025Excellent place for gold trading. Very professional and convenient.
Kacper Piec
23 August 2024Always had efficient service and excellent communication from the team at Blundell & Sons
Patrick Welsh
4 June 2023 -
Good value, reliable and prompt.
Tali Bradley
1 March 20231st time hooked, I'll be back
Michael Laing
18 March 2023Best in The Business and Would highly recommend, They paid me within 10 minutes and were honest and professional.
Cian Griffin
30 March 2026 -
Have been a customer with J Blundels & Sons for a while now I have found them to kind friendly and very professional. When I made an error my end... read more
Steven Tomlins
5 November 2025Excellent service, hopefully first of many purchases , thank you
Mark C-C
20 May 2023Really pleased with the service. Very patiently explained over the phone about how the postal delivery would work. Excellent 😊
gopali chakravorti-ghosh
1 January 2023
