SELL YOUR GOLD AT GOLD KING
Western NC’s Trusted Gold Buyer Since 2007
If you’re looking to sell gold in Hickory, NC, Gold King offers professional evaluations, competitive high cash payouts, and immediate offers — all done transparently in front of you.
For over 35 years, Marty McDaniel — The Gold King — has specialized in buying gold coins, bullion, jewelry, scrap gold, dental gold, and full estate collections throughout Western North Carolina.
We are not a pawn shop. We are gold buying specialists.
WHAT GOLD WE BUY
- 10k • 14k • 18k • 22k • 24k gold
- Jewelry: chains, rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants (broken or whole)
- Gold Coins & Bullion: American Eagles, Maple Leafs, Krugerrands, Buffalos, sovereigns, mint-sealed/assayed bars
- Designer & Estate Pieces: valued for metal content and, when applicable, design/desirability
- Scrap & Dental Gold: crowns, bridges, fillings, repair scrap, mixed lots
- Not Accepted: gold-plated/gold-filled items, replicas/counterfeits, or items without rightful ownership.
Gold King buys gold in nearly every form and condition.
HOW SELLING YOUR GOLD WORKS
BRING IN YOUR GOLD
No appointment neccessary
PROFESSIONAL EVALUATION
We professionally test and evaluate in front of you
GET YOUR OFFER
Get a competitive cash offer within minutes
GET PAID IMMEDIATELY
Walk out with cash in hand today
WHY SELL YOUR GOLD TO THE KING?
- Professional Testing in Front of You We evaluate and test your gold while you watch, clearly explaining purity and weight.
- Competitive, High Cash Payouts Our premium payouts are backed by over 35 years of professional gold buying experience.
- Immediate Offers & Same-Day Payment No shipping. No waiting. No middlemen.
- 4.9 Stars with 570+ Reviews Highly rated and trusted across Catawba County and surrounding counties.
HOW WE VALUE YOUR GOLD
Gold prices fluctuate daily based on global market conditions. When you bring your gold to Gold King, your offer is based on:
- The current market price of gold
- The karat purity (10k, 14k, 18k, 22k, etc.)
- Total weight
- Additional collectible or numismatic value (when applicable)
FAQs
Where can I sell gold in Hickory, NC?
You can sell gold at Gold King, located at 1750 Startown Rd in Hickory. We specialize in buying gold coins, bullion, jewelry, scrap, and dental gold.
How is the price of my gold determined?
The price of your gold is based on its weight, purity (karat), and the current market value of gold at the time of evaluation. We test your items in front of you and explain everything clearly before making an offer.
Do you buy gold in any condition?
Yes. We buy gold jewelry and scrap gold in nearly any condition — broken, damaged, incomplete, or estate pieces.
Do you buy gold coins for more than melt value?
Typically, no. However, rare and collectible coins may carry additional numismatic value beyond their gold content.
Do I need an appointment to sell gold?
No appointment is required for standard gold evaluations. For large collections or estates, private appointments are available.
Is Gold King a pawn shop?
No. Gold King is a specialized gold and estate buyer — not a pawn shop.
How quickly do I get paid?
Immediately. Once you accept the offer, payment is made on the spot.
READY TO SELL YOUR GOLD?
Bring your gold coins, bullion, jewelry, scrap, or dental gold and your ID to Gold King in Hickory today.