Western NC's Trusted Gold Buyer Since 2007
Meet Marty — The Gold King of Hickory, NC
For over 35 years, Marty McDaniel — known throughout the region as The Gold King — has specialized in evaluating and purchasing gold, silver, platinum, rare coins, luxury watches, estates, and historical collectibles.
Why Western NC Chooses Gold King
In a market filled with pawn shops, traveling gold buyers, and jewelry stores, Gold King stands apart.
Not a Pawn Shop
We do not offer loans. We specialize exclusively in buying precious metals, estate jewelry, and luxury watches.
Tested In Front of You
Professional evaluation methods — we walk you through every step of the process.
Premium Payouts
35+ years of experience allows us to properly identify value in rare coins, estate jewelry, and luxury watches.
Estate Specialists
From single items to full estates — transactions from $100 to $100,000+ with professionalism and discretion.
Precious Metal & Estate Buying Specialists
Since 2007, Gold King has proudly served Hickory and Western North Carolina with professional testing and evaluation done in front of you, competitive high cash payouts, immediate offers and same-day payment, and a transparent, pressure-free process.
We are not a pawn shop. We are precious metal and estate buying specialists.
Premium Payouts for Precious Items
Gold King proudly buys from customers across Western North Carolina.
Gold Buyer
- Gold jewelry (broken or whole)
- Scrap gold
- Dental gold
- Gold coins & bullion
Silver Buyer
- Sterling jewelry
- Silver coins
- Silver bullion
- Flatware & dining sets
Platinum Buyer
- Platinum jewelry
- Platinum bullion
- Platinum coins
Jewelry Buyer
- Designer pieces
- Estate jewelry
- Antique jewelry
- Diamond jewelry
Luxury Watch Buyer
- Rolex
- Breitling
- Patek Philippe
- Audemars Piguet
Estate Buyer
- Full estates
- Large collections
- Private appointments available
- House calls throughout Western NC
Four Steps to Cash
Bring In Your Items
No appointment necessary
Professional Evaluation
We professionally test and evaluate in front of you
Get an Offer
Competitive, high cash offer with no obligation to accept
Get Paid Today
Leave our shop with more cash in your hand
Serving Hickory & Western NC
Whether you're selling a single gold ring or a full estate collection, Gold King offers competitive, high cash payouts with professionalism you can trust.
Built on Trust
Fair Offers
Market-based pricing with full transparency during every evaluation.
Clear Communication
We explain how current market values impact your offer — no hidden fees or surprises.
Deep Expertise
35+ years identifying true value in coins, estates, and luxury timepieces.
Respectful Service
Every customer treated with professionalism, whether selling one ring or a full estate.
Common Questions
Where can I sell gold in Hickory, NC?
You can sell gold at Gold King, located at 1750 Startown Rd in Hickory. We specialize exclusively in buying gold, silver, platinum, rare coins, estate jewelry, and luxury watches.
Is Gold King a pawn shop?
No. Gold King is not a pawn shop. We are precious metal and estate buying specialists. We purchase items directly and provide immediate cash offers.
Do I need an appointment to sell gold?
No appointment is required for standard evaluations. For full estates or large collections, private appointments and house calls can be scheduled.
How do I know I'm getting a fair price?
We professionally test and evaluate items in front of you and explain how current market values impact your offer. Our 35+ years of experience allow us to identify true value — especially in rare coins and estate pieces.
Does Gold King buy full estates?
Yes. We specialize in estate buying and large collections. We offer private evaluations and scheduled house calls throughout Western North Carolina.
What types of coins do you buy?
We buy gold and silver coins, pre-1933 U.S. gold, graded PCGS and NGC coins, bullion, and key-date collectibles.
Do you buy luxury watches?
Yes. We purchase brands including Rolex, Omega, Breitling, TAG Heuer, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Cartier, Tudor, and IWC.
How much is my gold worth today?
Gold value changes daily based on market prices. Bring your items in for a professional evaluation and immediate cash offer.
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Bring your items to 1750 Startown Rd for a free, no-obligation evaluation. No appointment necessary.