Potteries Auctions have officially set two new auction house records, breaking the highest hammer total in a single day at £320,000, and the most expensive lot sold at £49,000.
Valuer Roderick Gibson with the star of the show, the 2021 fine gold .999 1 kilo coin commemorating the late Queen’s 95th birthday
Roderick Gibson who appraised the whole single-owner coin collection commented “We had some fascinating coins, the likes of which rarely come on the market”.
On Thursday 12th September, the auction featured a single-owner collection of exceptional gold coins spanning from the 1500s to the 2000s. The highlight of the event was a 1kg fine gold coin commemorating the late Queen’s 95th birthday, which fetched a remarkable £49,000 from an in-room bidder.
The auction attracted a diverse range of participants, including dealers, businesses, and private collectors from London, Kent, Leeds, and beyond.
A notable bidder remarked, “Potteries Auctions is the talk of the numismatic world.”
Among the other significant sales were:
A 22ct gold £5 sovereign gold coin design set of 10 coins, which sold for £22,100
A Queen Victoria gold coin proof £5 1887 sovereign coin, which achieved £16,000
A Prince Philip gold coin proof £100 2021 sovereign coin, which went for £14,500
View the full results hereAlthough Potteries Auctions primarily specialises in ceramics, antiques, and collectibles, it has increasingly attracted attention from varied collectors. As a result, we have held several specialist auctions in 2024, including gold jewellery, miniature enamels, toys and now gold coins.
Bill Buckley, Managing Director of Potteries Auctions, commented, “This was by far the most significant collection our auction house has ever sold.
We’re thrilled to be the first choice for people looking to sell their valuables, and the excitement surrounding this auction was extraordinary.
Do you have a gold coin or another collection you are looking to sell?
If you’re looking to sell a similar collection that reflects a lifetime of passion in coin collecting, gold, or another area, then a single-owner auction like this one will offer you a compelling opportunity to engage with the market and shine a spotlight on yours or a loved one’s dedication to a certain area of interest or collectible.
We pride ourselves on providing a smooth and simple selling experience for our customers, especially when it comes to large volumes of wares. To enquire about selling a single-owner collection or our timed auction services, please call us on 01782 638100 or email enquiries@potteriesauctions.com, where one of our friendly members of staff will be able to assist you.