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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Super professional. excellent communication, felt comfortable trusting them with my gold - great prices and fast payment. Thank you.
James Edwards
25 July 2024Little hiccup at first, a misunderstanding on my part. This was immediately attended to byJ Blundell & Sons. Excellent service, goods dispatched and arrived in good time.
Philip Bant
1 March 2023Highly recommended . Very helpful customer service . No worries dealing with this business
John Salisbury
20 April 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 2026The welcome and customer service I received here made my day, especially the young woman who served me! Amazing work, would recommend anyone to use them 🙂 cheap and quick,... read more
Zara Wright
8 November 2024This was my first venture into the gold selling market as I realised I had a pretty substantial item of gold by way of a gold cigarette case. I contacted... read more
Robert Medina
22 May 2025 -
Great service, samara was very helpful!!
Anya Sturge
7 November 2024Can't fault these guys! Sold some old gold I had sitting around the house! They gave great prices and were super fast and professional!
Sandrine Mootoo
1 April 2021Blundells have been our bullion dealer for over 15 years, they are reliable, trustworthy, helpful, friendly and pay top prices for scrap. Thanks to Ash & Reena for looking after... read more
Adrian Phillips
1 April 2021 -
Friendly and professional, gave me an excellent price for my gold chain after I checked several other places. Highly recommend
Daniel Kurzer
12 May 2025Enjoyed doing business with you ,many thanks for a easy and satisfying purchase ,kind regards
jeff bennett
8 September 2023Very happy with the service and will gladly recommend and use them again
Stephen Howe
1 March 2023 -
Pleasant staff, efficient and easy to deal with. Hope to visit again soon
Shane Holden
1 December 20221st time hooked, I'll be back
Michael Laing
18 March 2023Always had efficient service and excellent communication from the team at Blundell & Sons
Patrick Welsh
4 June 2023
