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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Dealt 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 2022Great service, samara was very helpful!!
Anya Sturge
7 November 2024Very welcomed today at 3:30 help us out a lot. Great service . Please this is the go to shop forget ats bullion and the rest. Great service will see... read more
john james
10 May 2023 -
Lovely place and all prices is best and better than everywhere Also People are so helpful too , thanks for Lovely service ❤️❤️❤️
king of the world
6 December 2025Have 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 2025I sold a vintage gold watch and a few other small pieces. Reena was fantastic; professional, efficient and reassuring. Got a great price and money arrived in my bank account... read more
Annabel Wright
2 February 2026 -
Yery pleased with the coin ordered good price Delivery was quick
IAN BOTHAMLEY
1 April 2021Excellent rate and great service (counter service). Provided their rates stay competitive would definitely choose again in the future.
Jo Lazari
1 April 2020Super professional. excellent communication, felt comfortable trusting them with my gold - great prices and fast payment. Thank you.
James Edwards
25 July 2024 -
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 2026Very happy with the service and will gladly recommend and use them again
Stephen Howe
1 March 2023Pleasant staff, efficient and easy to deal with. Hope to visit again soon
Shane Holden
1 December 2022 -
Very good service and cheaper than elsewhere. What else could you need. Thanks a lot
Saif Bora
1 March 2023Highly recommended . Very helpful customer service . No worries dealing with this business
John Salisbury
20 April 2024Excellent service, hopefully first of many purchases , thank you
Mark C-C
20 May 2023
