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24 June 2025Silver has long been trusted by investors for its liquidity, safe-haven status, and exciting growth-potential. Whilst smaller, piecemeal investments carry their advantages, the value of silver tends to be less volatile than some other forms of investment, meaning it is often worthwhile to buy silver in bulk.
Categories: Coins, Silver, Bars, Capital Gains Tax, Investment strategies
17 June 2025Uncover the secrets to identifying fake silver coins. Our guide offers practical tips to help you ensure your collection is authentic and valuable.
25 February 2025The history of gold bullion is both rich and intriguing; ever since gold was initially discovered and refined (thought to be around 3600 BC by the Ancient Egyptians), further ancient civilisations were magnetised time and time again by its allure.
06 November 2024Discover how Capital Gains Tax impacts gold and silver investments in the UK, which products are CGT exempt, and strategies to optimise your portfolio.
Categories: Gold, Coins, Bars, Capital Gains Tax, Autumn Budget, UK Gov
04 September 2024The London Bullion Market Association, or LBMA, is the independent authority on the global over-the-counter (OTC) precious metals market. Its mission is to “advance standards for the common good of the industry.” Sharps Pixley is proud to be an LBMA Full Member, but what does this mean? We explain the prestige behind being part of the London Bullion Market Association.
09 July 2024Having decided to invest in physical gold, perhaps the first consideration that comes to mind is the choice between gold bars or gold coins. Seasoned and first-time investors alike ought to weigh up the advantages of both to ensure they make a decision aligned with their investment goals and personal preferences.
03 April 2024The Special VAT Scheme, or Margin Scheme, is a savvy way to purchase pre-owned precious metals, whilst benefitting from tax efficiencies the scheme offers. In this article we are going to outline what the scheme is, how it works, and how investors can access products under the scheme.
19 March 2024Benefit from VAT relief when you choose to vault you silver with us. As a full member of the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), we offer our clients the opportunity to purchase and store their silver bullion free from Value Added Tax (VAT).
13 March 2024The idea of buying gold is a fascination for many, but some may be put off due to a lack of confidence surrounding the right time to invest. Beginning a gold investment journey requires careful consideration of a number of factors pertaining to the individual.
06 February 2024You may have heard of St George and the Dragon, but are you familiar with the history behind the man and the mythical beast? Perhaps surprisingly, St. George was not born in England and in fact, he reputedly never set foot upon English soil. He became popular among English Kings, who heard tale of his exploits and admired his bravery and conviction in his faith.