Questions & answers
Everything about buying, owning and selling gold coins and fine wine with Nokesbridge.
16 questions
Gold coinsDo I pay VAT on gold coins?
No. Investment gold coins are exempt from VAT in the UK. VAT is only charged on delivery (£10 + VAT per order).
Gold coinsWhich coins are free of Capital Gains Tax?
Coins that are UK legal tender, such as Britannias and Sovereigns, are exempt from Capital Gains Tax for UK residents.
Gold coinsCan you store my gold for me?
No. Coins are delivered by insured post or collected from our Windsor office by appointment.
Gold coinsHow are your gold prices set?
Each coin has a clear, fixed price. Buying 10 or more of the same coin lowers the price per coin.
Fine wineWhat does "in bond" mean?
Wine held in a bonded warehouse has not had UK duty or VAT paid. These are only due if you take the wine out of bond for delivery.
Fine wineWhere is my wine stored?
At Wine Tunnels, in underground bonded storage at London City Bond, Dinton Woods, Wiltshire, held in your name and insured through Lloyd’s of London.
Fine wineHow much does storage cost?
£17.00 per 12-bottle case a year (£8.50 for 6 bottles or fewer), plus VAT, paid directly to Wine Tunnels.
Fine wineCan I have my wine delivered?
Yes. Delivery is £22.49 per case in England and Wales, plus VAT. Duty and VAT on the wine are quoted before it leaves bond.
Account & IDWhy do you need my ID?
We check photo ID and proof of address for every client before an order is released. Our team reviews your documents within 24 hours.
Account & IDWhat documents can I use?
A passport or UK driving licence, plus a utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months.
Account & IDDo I have to be 18?
Yes. You must be 18 or over to buy from Nokesbridge.
Payment & deliveryHow can I pay?
By debit or credit card, with no maximum, or by bank transfer.
Payment & deliveryHow long do I have to pay by bank transfer?
Your order and prices are held for 5 working days while your transfer arrives.
Payment & deliveryCan I collect my coins?
Yes, from Castle Hill House, Windsor, by appointment and free of charge, once your ID is approved and payment has cleared.
SellingHow do I sell gold back to you?
Request a buyback in your account. We pay 2% below the market gold price, and payment reaches you 5–7 working days after we approve it.
SellingHow do I sell my wine?
Request a sale in your account. We advise on price and sell through our network while the wine stays in bond.