Terms & Conditions
Effective date: 1 January 2026 • Last updated: August 2026
Please read these terms carefully before placing an order. By using our website or making a purchase, you agree to be bound by these terms.
Live Pricing
Prices reflect live metal markets and may change without notice.
Authenticity Guaranteed
Every item is genuine, sourced from LBMA-approved refiners.
English Law Applies
Governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Introduction
These terms and conditions govern your use of the ChardsVault website and the purchase of products from us. By placing an order, you agree to be bound by these terms in their entirety.
Products & Pricing
All prices shown on our website are in British Pounds Sterling (GBP) and are inclusive of VAT where applicable. Gold bullion is VAT exempt under UK law. Silver, platinum, and palladium products are subject to VAT at the prevailing rate.
Prices for precious metals are updated regularly to reflect live market conditions and may change without notice. The price charged will be the price confirmed at the time your order is accepted.
Placing an Order
By submitting an order through our website, you are making an offer to purchase the items listed at the prices shown at checkout. Your order constitutes acceptance of our terms and conditions.
Your order is formally accepted when we send an order confirmation email. We reserve the right to decline orders for any reason, including stock unavailability, suspected fraud, or pricing errors.
- Order placed → confirmation email sent → payment required
- Payment cleared → order dispatched
- You will receive a dispatch notification with tracking information
Payment
Payment must be received in full before goods are dispatched. We accept the following payment methods:
BACS / CHAPS
Visa / Mastercard
BTC / ETH / USDT
For bank transfer payments, orders are held at the confirmed price for a limited period. If payment is not received within the agreed timeframe, the order may be cancelled and re-priced at the current market rate.
Delivery
We aim to dispatch orders within the timescales described on our Delivery Information page. All precious metal orders are sent via fully insured, recorded delivery services.
Delivery timescales are estimates. We cannot accept liability for delays caused by third-party carriers, adverse weather, or circumstances beyond our reasonable control. Risk of loss passes to you upon delivery to the address specified.
Returns & Cancellations
Please refer to our Returns Policy for full details. Due to the live-pricing nature of precious metals, order values fluctuate constantly.
Items may only be returned if they arrive damaged or are materially different from what was ordered. Products must be returned in their original, unopened condition with all original packaging and certificates intact.
Authenticity Guarantee
All products sold by ChardsVault are 100% genuine and sourced exclusively from reputable, LBMA-approved mints and refiners. We stand behind every item we sell.
100% Authenticity Guaranteed. If you ever receive an item you believe to be non-genuine, contact us immediately — we will investigate and replace the item or issue a full refund.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, our total liability in connection with any purchase is limited to the price paid for the item(s) in question.
We are not liable for any indirect, consequential, special, or incidental losses, including but not limited to loss of profit, loss of revenue, or loss of business opportunity arising from your use of our website or purchase of our products.
Nothing in these terms limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law.
Privacy
We are committed to protecting your personal data. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details on how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with UK GDPR.
Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.
Have a question about our terms?
Our team is happy to clarify anything before you buy.