Sell Placer Gold

Do you have placer gold that you’ve mined and want to turn into cash? Maybe you’ve collected raw gold from a stream or panned it yourself. If so, you’re in the right place. At Express Gold Cash, we don’t just buy old jewelry—we also buy placer gold, a specific and valuable form of raw gold.

However, it’s important to know: we do not buy rocks or ore that contain gold. We only purchase actual gold material—like flakes, dust, and nuggets—that has already been separated from the surrounding dirt, gravel, or rock.

Placer Gold: What is it?

Placer gold is loose, natural gold that has been eroded from a rock source and deposited in a stream, riverbed, or other sedimentary environment. It’s what most people picture when they think of gold panning—fine flakes, nuggets, or gold dust found in riverbeds. This gold has already broken free from its original rock and is typically 18k to 21k purity in its natural state.

Unlike gold ore or quartz with gold veins, placer gold is already in its usable form—you don’t need to crush, refine, or process rock to extract the gold. And that’s exactly what we buy.

If you’re unsure what you have, here’s a simple way to tell:
✅ If it’s loose flakes, dust, or nuggets—yes, we buy that.
❌ If it’s a rock with gold specks inside—we do not buy that.

The value of your gold is based on its weight and purity. It doesn’t matter what kind of condition the gold deposits you find are in – if it’s gold, it’s valuable. It may be tougher to sell to your neighbor, but not to us!

How Much is it Worth?

The value of placer gold is based on three factors: weight, purity, and the current gold market price. As of June 2025, pure gold is worth around $3,400 per ounce. Since most placer gold ranges between 18k–21k purity, it can be surprisingly valuable—even in small amounts.

At Express Gold Cash, we pay:

Up to 85% of the refined value for raw gold like placer gold

Up to 90% for gold bullion

Why Sell to Express Gold Cash?

With over 15 years of experience, 2,000+ verified reviews, and a reputation for safety and transparency, we make selling placer gold simple and secure. Our process is free and no obligation—so you can get a risk-free appraisal without any commitment.

Here are some details on our simple, 3-step process:

1. Request a free Appraisal Kit.

Simply fill out the “Request a Kit” form. You will immediately be mailed a free Express Gold Cash kit with a prepaid FedEx envelope and instructions on how to safely send in your items and sell gold for cash. Or, download instructions and a free label to use your own packaging even faster!

2. Send us your Placer gold—free.

We provide a pre-paid FedEx Overnight label and a list of nearby authorized locations for drop-off. Your kit will be insured for up to $5,000 and tracked from the moment it leaves your hands, ensuring we receive it on time and intact. Remember to keep your FedEx receipt!

  1. Once we receive your Gold Kit, it is immediately scanned into our system and a confirmation email is sent.
  2. An evaluator individually opens each pack and verifies that the items sent match your inventory list.
  3. We calculate the total cash value based upon the type of material, weight, and the daily price of gold and email you an offer for approval.

3. Receive your cash.

Accept our offer, and receive your payment within 24 hours. If you decline our offer for any reason, we’ll immediately send your items back to you free of charge.

Sell Placer Gold for Top Value

If you’ve done the work of panning or mining real placer gold, we’re ready to buy it. Our process is simple, our payouts are among the best in the industry, and we treat your material with the care it deserves. We only buy the gold itself, not the material surrounding it—so please make sure your gold is separated from any rock or debris before sending it in.

Request your free kit today, or reach out with questions—we’re happy to help.

Request your free kit today, or contact us if you have more questions about selling your gold!