Know-how around gold
Buy wisely, trade safely, sell fairly: nine guides for anyone trading gold privately in their area – with the rules that apply in Germany.
Investing in gold – why and how
What speaks for gold, what against, which form suits you, and what to know in Germany about tax, storage and reselling.
ReadSelling gold privately – price, safety and tax
Sell gold coins and bars privately: find a fair price, write a good listing, hand over safely, get paid the right way – and what the tax rules are in Germany.
ReadHow to buy gold locally, safely
How to buy gold safely from private people near you: check the listing, choose a meeting place, test the gold and pay the right way.
ReadUnderstanding gold premiums
Spot price, premium and spread explained simply – with a worked example and tips for fair prices in private sales.
ReadTesting gold – at home and professionally
From scales and calipers to X-ray fluorescence: which test methods exist, what they detect and where their limits are.
ReadGold bars or gold coins?
Bars are often cheaper per gram, coins easier to check and resell. This comparison helps you decide.
ReadGold calculator explained: ounces vs grams
Troy ounces, grams, carats and fineness explained clearly – with the formula and worked examples for coins and jewellery.
ReadRed flags of gold scams – online and offline
Spot the most common gold trading scams: prepayment, fake escrow sites, counterfeits, the swap trick, fake police – and what to do if it happens.
ReadSelling inherited gold – what you need to know
Inventory, value, inheritance and income tax, joint heirs and the best ways to sell inherited gold in Germany.
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