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Live Spot Prices
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Silver
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Platinum
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Palladium
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Indicative live spot prices in GBP, refreshed every minute. These are not our buying or selling prices – see today’s scrap prices and bullion prices.
Welcome to Doonstan
We specialise in the purchase and resale of Jewellery Precious Metals Diamonds
We pride ourselves on our comprehensive range of services, which includes the buying of scrap gold, bullion, diamonds, and jewellery.
About Us
Welcome to Doonstan Ltd, a company established by Mr Daniel Stanton in 2011, dedicated to providing a variety of top-notch services primarily to the trade. We offer Precious Metal Recovery Services, Pre-owned Jewellery buying and selling, Lab and Natural Diamond Melee Service and Gold and Silver Coin and Bullion Retail and Wholesale Service.
We pride ourselves on our comprehensive range of services, which includes the buying of scrap gold, lemel, sweeps, and dental crowns. Our experienced team is well-equipped to handle all types of precious metals and provide our clients with the best possible prices. Our prices are updated daily and can be seen on our Scrap Buying page.
We are also specialists in the purchase and resale of gold and diamond jewellery, and our team has extensive knowledge in the valuation and authentication of these precious items. Whether you are looking to sell or buy, we guarantee you a transparent and hassle-free process.
15+
Years of Experience
Buy And Sell Precious Metals
We pride ourselves on our comprehensive range of services, which includes the buying of scrap gold, lemel, sweeps, and dental crowns. Our experienced team is well-equipped to handle all types of precious metals and provide our clients with the best possible prices. Our prices are updated daily and can be seen on our Scrap Buying page.
Est. 2011
Trusted by the jewellery trade
Same-Day Payment
BACS, cash or cheque
Daily Fix Pricing
Prices updated every morning
Insured to £2,500
Free Special Delivery envelopes
Our Services
We Guarantee You A Transparent And Hassle-free Process.
At Doonstan Ltd, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of customer service, reliability and professionalism. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you with your precious metal needs.
Services
Scrap Metal Recovery
We buy gold, silver, platinum and palladium scrap from the trade, including broken jewellery, bench lemel, sweeps and dental scrap. Every parcel is assessed at our Prestwich trade counter and paid at that morning’s fix by bank transfer, cash or cheque.
Services
Coins & Bullion
We buy and sell gold and silver coins and bullion, from full and half Sovereigns to Krugerrands, Britannias and gold and silver bars. Our buy and sell prices are updated daily from the fix, and numismatic gold coins are always wanted.
Services
Precious Metal Grain
We supply casting grain to jewellers, manufacturers and casters: 9ct to 22ct gold in yellow, white and rose, plus 24ct fine gold, sterling silver, platinum and palladium. Prices are set daily from the fix, with different rates available on larger orders.
Services
Pre-owned Jewellery
We buy and sell pre-owned and clearance gold and diamond jewellery, including rings, chains, bracelets and earrings. Every piece is checked and fully refurbished before resale, and trade discounts are available. Browse our current stock online at 365 Carat.
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Diamond Melee
Our trade-only diamond melee service supplies quality natural and lab-grown diamonds for accents, pavé settings and watchmaking. Every parcel goes through strict quality checks, so you receive consistent stones for your work. Contact us with your sizes and requirements.
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Diamond Recovery
Recover the diamonds from your old gold, platinum and palladium jewellery before the metal is refined. The stones are returned to you, and the metal is melted, assayed and paid at the daily fix, turning outdated stock back into working capital.
Why Choose Us
We know you have a choice. Thank you for choosing us.
At Doonstan, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services in the gold and diamond jewellery industry. Here are just a few reasons why you should choose us
Expertise
Our team of specialists has years of experience in the purchase and resale of gold and diamond jewellery.
Customer Service
We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service. We take the time to listen to our customers
Quality Products
We only sell the highest quality gold and diamond jewellery, whether it's pre-owned or new. All of our products are carefully
Competitive Prices
We offer competitive prices for our gold and diamond jewellery, whether you're looking to buy or sell.
Precious Metals Daily Fixes
Precious Metals are fixed Daily. Gold and Platinum are fixed in the morning and afternoon, Silver is fixed at midday.
Gold
Updated 16 October 2026
£3,136.44
- Per Ounce
Gold is a dense, lustrous precious metal that has been treasured and traded for thousands of years.
Silver
Updated 16 October 2026
£43.25
- Per Ounce
Silver is a soft, lustrous metal that has been used for thousands of years
Platinum
Updated 16 October 2026
£1,227.62
- Per Ounce
Platinum is a rare and valuable metal that belongs to the platinum group of metals.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We buy and sell a wide range of gold and diamond jewellery, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and other items. We specialise in pre-owned and clearance jewellery, but we also offer new jewellery items at a discounted price.
At Doonstan, we have experts who are trained to test and verify the purity and authenticity of gold and diamond jewellery. We use specialised equipment to analyse the metals and gems to ensure their authenticity.
We are always interested in buying high-quality gold and diamond jewellery from individuals and businesses. You can contact us to schedule an appointment for an appraisal, or simply bring your items to our trade counter at 2a Mather Avenue, Prestwich, for evaluation.
Yes, we offer trade-in services for those looking to upgrade their jewellery collection. We will evaluate your old jewellery and offer you a trade-in value that can be applied towards the purchase of new items in our store.
Yes, we offer customisation services for those looking to create unique and personalised jewellery pieces. Our expert designers will work with you to create a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your style and preferences.