Rare coins, gold sovereigns, historic currency and complete coin collections, assessed and sold by our team. Monthly sales attracting collectors and dealers across London and beyond.
About the Department
0% seller’s commission on gold coins and bullion. Gold sovereigns, bullion, proof sets and inherited collections are all sold with us, and we can test gold and silver with XRF on site.
Our coin sales feature ancient and historic pieces, gold sovereigns, commemorative issues and complete collections spanning centuries of currency. Every lot is assessed by our in-house team, who understand the difference a mint mark, condition grade or rarity can make to value.
If you want to sell old coins, whether a single rare find or an inherited collection, London Auctions can help you unlock its full value. We offer free initial valuations with no obligation, and whether you choose to proceed with us or not, our team will give you honest, practical advice on the best route to market.
Recent Sales
Sold February 2024
Sold for (inc. fees): £5,634
Sold March 2025
Sold for (inc. fees): £3,881
Sold March 2025
Sold for (inc. fees): £3,255
Sold February 2024
Sold for (inc. fees): £3,130
Sold February 2024
Sold for (inc. fees): £2,066
Sold March 2026
Sold for (inc. fees): £1,878
Sold May 2025
Sold for (inc. fees): £1,878
Sold December 2025
Sold for (inc. fees): £1,502
Sold August 2026
Sold for (inc. fees): £1,377
Sell With Us
Visit us Monday to Friday, send photos via WhatsApp, or submit an online request. Fast, no-obligation and completely free of charge.
Once you are happy with our valuation, items are entered into an upcoming auction. We arrange collection or drop-off, then catalogue, photograph and list your lots.
Once your items sell, we process payment within 21 days via bank transfer. Clear fees, no surprises, no chasing.
Coins we sell
We welcome single rare coins through to full collections, estates and probate instructions.
Sell With Us
Coin collections are one of the most common types of collection we sell on behalf of vendors. The coin market at auction is extremely strong, largely because coin collecting remains so popular, and our sales reach collectors, investors and dealers worldwide.
Rare and historic coins, key dates, gold and silver coins, proofs, commemoratives, error coins, ancient Roman, Greek and Byzantine coins, and professionally graded coins all tend to attract strong interest. We are happy to give an initial estimate by email from photographs, although some collections are best seen in person.
Four ways to get a valuation
In person
Drop in Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, with valuation mornings every other Saturday. One of the team will assess your items on the spot.
Get DirectionsOnline request
Complete our valuation form, upload photos and a description. We review and respond within one working day.
Request OnlineSell by post
Pack up your smaller items and post them to us for free. We assess, list and sell them at auction on your behalf.
How Does It Work?The fastest route to a free valuation. One of the team will get back to you promptly.
WhatsApp ValuationScan the QR code on desktop to open WhatsApp on your phone.
GET IN TOUCH
Fill in the form and one of the team will get back to you within one working day.
Frequently Asked
You can get a free valuation four ways: visit our saleroom Monday to Friday (8:30am-4:30pm) or at our valuation mornings every other Saturday, send photos via WhatsApp for the fastest response, submit an online request with photos and a description, or post smaller items to us free of charge. One of the team reviews your coins in person or from photos and responds within one working day, with no obligation to consign.
We sell old coins including gold sovereigns, rare and historic currency, commemorative issues and ancient coins, along with banknotes and numismatic items. We also handle full estate and probate collections, from a single rare find to an inherited collection.
Our fee structure is simple: a £1.50 + VAT lotting fee per item, plus 18% + VAT commission on the hammer price. For example, £1,000 worth of coins sold would net you £784 after commission, excluding the lotting fee. There’s never a charge for the initial valuation, whether or not you go ahead. Gold coins and bullion are currently sold with 0% seller’s commission.
Once your coins sell and all buyers have settled their invoices, we process payment by bank transfer within 21 days of the sale ending.
We currently charge 0% seller’s commission on gold coins and bullion. For other coins our standard commission is 18% + VAT, but this is negotiable for larger and higher-value collections.
From collection to payout usually takes around four to six weeks. It can be slightly longer if we think your collection is best placed in a specialist sale.
What Our Clients Say
"Unlike the haughty and impatient attitude of many auction houses, particularly those in the London area, the staff and owners of London Auctions are approachable, helpful and seem genuinely pleased to be working with their bidders and sellers."
"Liam and team did a great job for me in clearing out and repairing and cleaning a flat in Westminster comprised in a deceased estate in order to prepare it for putting on the market. They were excellent to deal with and I highly recommend them."
"Cannot recommend highly enough. Cleared house at very short notice. Took care of everything including auction items. Very smooth, hassle free process from start to finish with great communication and quick payment after auction."
"Sold many lots with London Auctions and have always achieved a good hammer price. Prompt payment with reasonable commission and charges. Just leave the efficient and friendly staff to do their job and you will have nothing to worry about."
"I would recommend and use London Auctions again. Professional, personable and trustworthy. Everything went smoothly. Estimates are uncannily accurate. They know their stuff."
"From start to finish we were very impressed with communication and service of Liam and the team. Nothing was too much trouble and any questions or queries regarding items or the auction etc were dealt with very quickly. Would highly recommend as this company really know their stuff."
Browse by Department
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Classic cars, motorbikes and automobilia for collectors who love things with an engine.
Trading cards, comics, video games and retro homewares from decades past.
Gold, silver, gemstones and timepieces — with XRF precious metal testing available.
Free no-obligation valuations available — by WhatsApp, online, in person or by post.
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