Tips, guides and everything you need to know before selling your gold — explained clearly and honestly by GBC.
රන් විකිණීමට පෙර දැනගත යුතු සෑම දෙයක්ම — GBC ගෙන් සරළ, 솔직 ලෙස.
Expert Tips
Follow these steps to ensure you receive the maximum value when selling your gold in Colombo.
Gold prices fluctuate daily based on international markets. Before visiting, check the current global gold price online.
This gives you a reference point to compare with the rate you are offered at any buyer.
Use a simple jewellery scale to know the weight of your gold beforehand. This helps you verify the figures shown to you.
At GBC, weighing is done transparently — but it never hurts to be informed.
If you know the purity — 18K, 22K or 24K — you can use GBC's calculator on the homepage to estimate your value in advance.
Hallmarks on jewellery often indicate purity. Look for stamps like "750" (18K) or "916" (22K).
Always choose a buyer who uses certified XRF testing and provides transparent, documented transactions.
GBC has been serving Colombo for over 50 years with full transparency and verified Google reviews.
A valid NIC, passport or driving licence is required for all gold transactions in Sri Lanka by law.
This protects both parties and ensures the transaction is fully legal and documented.
A good buyer will explain how they calculated their offer. Ask for a breakdown of purity, weight and rate.
At GBC, we always explain every figure openly and welcome your questions.
Technology
XRF stands for X-Ray Fluorescence — a scientific testing method that determines the exact elemental composition of your gold.
Unlike older acid testing or fire assay methods, XRF is entirely non-destructive. Your jewellery is not scratched, damaged or altered in any way.
The result is a precise karat reading within seconds — accurate, honest and verifiable. GBC has used certified XRF equipment since 2010, making us Colombo's most scientifically advanced gold buyer.
XRF පරීක්ෂාව ඔබේ රන්ගේ ශුද්ධ කාරාට් ප්රමාණය නිරවද්යව ලබා දෙයි. රන් නොකැඩේ, නොකැශෙනු ඇත.
The XRF Testing Process
Your jewellery or gold item is placed under the XRF device. No preparation needed.
A low-energy X-ray beam scans the surface, exciting the metal's atoms safely and without contact.
Within 60–90 seconds, the device displays the exact percentage of gold and other metals present.
The screen is turned to face you. You see the exact karat reading and how the price is calculated from it.
Before You Visit
Everything you need is minimal. Here is a simple checklist for a smooth, quick visit.
NIC, passport or driving licence. Required by Sri Lankan law for all gold transactions.
Any gold jewellery, coins, bars, scrap or broken pieces. Any condition is accepted.
Not required, but original purchase receipts may speed up documentation if available.
No appointment, no advance booking needed. Simply walk in during our opening hours.
We Speak Your Language
Every customer is served in the language they are most comfortable with — no barriers, no misunderstandings.
ඔබේ රන් ගනුදෙනුව සිංහලෙන් කළ හැකිය. GBC කණ්ඩායම ඔබට සම්පූර්ණ සහායක් ලබා දෙනු ඇත.
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All transactions are handled in clear, plain English by our professional team. No jargon, no confusion.
Call or WhatsApp our team directly. We are happy to answer any questions before your visit — with no obligation.