Auctions for single coins

[JuJu 0]

Hi,

I’m new to the forum, I guess this is a common question, I’ll apologise for repeating it now and appreciate any replies to previous conversations.

i have a few coins that I’ve found over the past 18 months detecting. After looking at them occasionally and smiling,  not sure me looking at them and thinking to myself ‘nice coin’ is the best that I can do <facepalm>. So, looking for some advice in approaching an auction house to sell them, and with a plan to upgrade my detector.

i have an A1 Tealby penny [WIVLF.CANT], a Celtic silver Dobunni unit [Cotswold Eagle] and a silver Domitian [Deanrius]. All coins are PAS registered.

what would be the recommendations for selling? Is an auction the best approach?

 

many thanks in advance, Kind Regards 

 

Ju

 

[Peckris 2 2,156]

Pictures of said coins would not only be appreciated, but are a must!

[JuJu 0]

Apologies, did not post pictures as did not want to get accused of posting in the wrong forum, just looking for advice really. Details of the coins on PAS and EMC are here (the PAS pictures are not great, and working with the FLO to include the moneyers detail on the penny).

Cotswold Eagle Dobunni PAS ID: OXON-189347

Tealby Penny 1158-1161 PAS ID: OXON-C5A2E7 and EMC 2025.0041

Denarius of Domitian PAS ID: BERK-A949BD

Many thanks in advance

Ju

Edited Tuesday at 09:35 PM by JuJu

[jelida 1,364]

All three coins require basic conservation to optimise their potential, but all are nice detector finds. Individually, a dedicated numismatic auctioneer is unlikely to take them on. The tealby has an exceptional portrait, but is marred by the edge chip though it  remains the most desirable. Dobunnic units in uncleaned condition may struggle to hit £50, I would see if it can be improved - most detecting clubs have someone who could advise, the aluminium foil/ alkali method often works well. If I had to sell, I would offer these for via Ebay or Facebook, set a reserve or price if you wish and see what happens. But as a long-standing detectorist myself I would say keep them, and find the upgrade money elsewhere - you will always regret selling your best finds.

Jerry