12 March 2025In 1979, the discovery of a 6g nugget of gold on the banks of the river surrounding the Serra Pelada in Para, Brazil, sparked a gold rush that would result in the largest open-air mine in the world. The mine drew in tens of thousands of artisanal miners and almost immediately the mine descended into chaos and became known for its hellish working conditions.Serra Pelada has since become a focal point of mining ethics.
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, Autumn Budget, Capital Gains Tax, UK Gov
28 October 2024Each year, millions of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists worldwide celebrate Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights. The origins of Diwali date back more than 2,500 years.
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.
23 July 20242024 is officially the Summer of Sport, with the Olympics due to start this week in Paris. Here at Sharps Pixley, we have been through the vaults for some interesting facts about Olympic Medals.
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.
