We buy coin collections, estates, gold, silver, banknotes and accumulations Australia-wide.

Sell Your 1852 Adelaide Pounds


Governor Young and Parliament authorized the Bullion Act in 1852, paving the way for the first coins produced in Australia.

Initially, in 1852, Adelaide Assay Office Ingots were introduced. These are now exceedingly rare, with fewer than a handful remaining in public hands. This was followed shortly after by an amendment to the Bullion Act, enabling the production of the first gold coins in Australia, the Adelaide Pound.

 

How to Sell Your 1852 Bullion Act Coins

Selling a coin collection for maximum return can be challenging.

When selling valuable Adelaide Pounds, it's crucial to choose the right avenue.

1852 Bullion Act Coins We Buy

We specialize in purchasing 1852 Adelaide Assay Office Ingots. While thousands were thought to have been made, only a handful remain in private hands. We are interested in acquiring any genuine Adelaide Assay ingots offered to us.

Sell Your 1852 Adelaide Pound

We are always in the market for type 1 and type 2 Adelaide Pounds.

Sell Your Taylor Pattern Coins

We are continuously seeking to purchase Taylor pattern pennies, sixpences, and shillings.

Sell at Auction

One option for selling valuable and rare Adelaide Pounds is through auction.

Auctions come with costs such as insertion fees, typically 10%, and buyer's hammer fees, often 22%. If your treasured Adelaide Pound sells for $15,000 at auction, you may only receive $13,750. Additionally, the true retail value of those coins would likely exceed $18,000, considering the buyer's premium.

Auctions also carry the risk of low-price realizations. The auction house's priority is to sell the coin to earn a commission, potentially overlooking maximizing its price.

Selling to a Coin Dealer

Another option is to sell your holey dollar or dump directly to a reputable coin dealer.

We specialize in buying numismatic rarities. Selling to us eliminates the need to wait for an auction, and we can offer competitive prices without insertion or hammer fees.

Recently, we assisted in liquidating the remaining elements of an old Sydney collection after poor auction results. We estimated that the vendor would have been 20-25% better off selling to us directly.

We provide estimates based on previous sales history and offer resources for independent valuation verification.

About Us

Ensleigh Coins is an Australian numismatic business specialising in rare coins, gold coins, bullion, banknotes and collectable coins.

Headquartered in Sydney, NSW, we work with collectors, investors, families and estates across Australia. We regularly travel to rural locations, regional centres and major cities to inspect and purchase collections, meet clients, attend coin shows and assist with estate enquiries.

What We Do

We help clients buy, sell, value and understand coins, banknotes and numismatic collections.

Our work includes:

  • Purchasing individual coins, banknotes and complete collections
  • Assessing inherited collections and estate holdings
  • Assisting collectors who are looking to buy or sell
  • Providing guidance on rare coins, gold coins, bullion, banknotes and collectables
  • Offering consignment and auction options through our partnership with Copeland Roberts
  • Helping clients choose the most suitable way to sell based on their circumstances

Whether you have a single coin, a small group of items, or a significant lifetime collection, we aim to make the process clear, professional and straightforward.

Our Approach

Every collection is different.

Some clients want a simple outright sale. Others are looking for broader market exposure through consignment or auction. Through our partnership with Copeland Roberts, a specialist numismatic auction house, we can offer multiple selling methods depending on what is most suitable for the individual collection and the client’s goals.

Our aim is to explain the available options clearly and recommend a practical path based on the type of material, value, timing, market demand and your personal preferences.

We do not believe there is one correct method for every collection. The best approach depends on the coins, the market and the situation of the person selling.

Why Clients Work With Us

Coins and banknotes often carry more than financial value. Many collections represent years of interest, family history, careful saving or a lifetime of collecting.

We understand that selling can be a significant decision. Our role is to help clients understand what they have, what it may be worth, and what options are available.

We focus on:

  • Clear communication
  • Fair and realistic advice
  • Careful assessment of each item
  • Confidential handling of collection and estate enquiries
  • A practical understanding of the Australian coin market
  • Access to multiple selling pathways, including direct purchase, consignment and auction

Australia-Wide Service

Although we are based in Sydney, we service clients throughout Australia.

We regularly travel to inspect collections in rural areas, regional centres and major cities. We also have representatives who may be available by arrangement in selected locations.

Appointments are available by arrangement only. If you would like to discuss a coin or collection, please contact us to arrange the most suitable next step.

Speak With Us

Whether you are looking to sell a single coin, have a collection assessed, discuss an inherited estate, or explore auction and consignment options, Ensleigh Coins is here to help.

Contact us to discuss your coins, arrange an appointment, or learn more about the best way to bring your collection to market.

Phone: (02) 7250 0872
Email: contact@ensleighcoins.com

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