IAG

Selling Through IAG Auctions
Why Us?

International Auction Galleries has been a leading Australian Auction House since its establishment in 1985. We specialise in High Quality "Boutique" style Coin and Banknote Auctions that whilst small in size, are big in results, and focus mainly on selling the Rarest Numismatic items available. Our Auction Sales are always seen as one of the yearly Numismatic highlights and are regularly attended by all the biggest dealers in Australia. As at 2011 we have done 75 Coin Auctions over a period of 26 years, and have achieved over $95 Million in sales.

Our Coin and Banknote Sales continue to be one of the market leaders in Rare and Investment items, and are continually setting new Record Prices. IAG also holds several pricing "World Records", including the highest price ever for any Australian Numismatic Item, and the highest price achieved at any Numismatic auction in Australia. In 2008 we sold 2 items in consecutive sales for over $1,000,000 each.

IAG's Numismatic specialist and the Auction co-ordinator Paul is considered one of the leading Numismatic Experts on Australian Coin and Banknote Rarities, and is a past National President of A.N.D.A. (The Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association). Paul is also the longest ever serving ANDA Committee member, having stood for the last 14 years and counting, including serving as Vice President for 6 years, chairing numerous Numismatic sub committees, and heading up the Ethics and Good Conduct Committee (E&GCC).

Our commission rates are the most competitive in Australia, with some Sellers paying NO COMMISSIONS OR FEES AT ALL (0% Commission), with the highest rate set at a low 10%. We also have the most competitive buyer's premium. With other auction houses charging as much as 35% in total commissions and premiums, you can save thousands on your total realised amount by selling with IAG. Buyers and Sellers are the winners in our auctions. Combine this with the best range, integrity, and professional service, you can see why we have become...

The Leaders in Numismatic Auctions in Australia.

Auction Information

Finest Known 1930 Penny
  • Only two to three high quality "boutique style" smaller sized Auctions per year
  • Large "live" auction room attendance
  • Over 100 active postal bidders per sale
  • World record holders with consistently high and record prices achieved at every sale
  • The lowest commissions in Australia
  • The lowest auction buyer's premiums, with zero buyers premium on bullion gold (where applicable)
  • High clearance rates in every sale
  • Continued excellence within the numismatic industry and a high degree of professionalism
  • 30 Day payment on accounts under $50,000
  • Over 80 years of combined experience, with hundreds of Auctions over more than 25 years
  • Paul Hannaford (IAG's Director & Auction Co-ordinator) is a past president of A.N.D.A. with extensive Numismatic experience and is recognised industry wide for integrity and honesty

What Do I Do Now?

The first step in consigning lots is to Email or post a detailed list (with pictures if possible) to establish their suitability to:

If your item(s) are then accepted, we recommend delivery in person (at an ANDA Fair or to our offices), or via Australia Post Registered Mail (Person to Person). Please contact us for further details for the handling of any high value items.

NOTE: Our cut off date for consignments is generally between 8 to 10 weeks prior to the auction, or earlier due to continual high demand.

Once your item(s) are received, you will then be issued with an auction receipt with the applicable reserves. Prior to the auction you will also receive:

  • A complete individually listed vendor statment with your vendor code, lot and estimate details
  • A current hard copy printed Auction catalogue

Lots under $500 will be sold unreserved, all other reserves are to be determined by IAG and the vendor.

All lot descriptions, grading of items and other relevant information is completed and checked by IAG. Any details of provenance and prior history of lots will also help in this process.

For any further information: (07) 55 380 300.

We Specialise in:

Key Australian Numismatic Rarities:-

  • Holey Dollars and Dumps
  • Choice Grade and Rare Date Pre-Decimal Coins and Banknotes
  • Kookaburra Pennies
  • Proof and Pattern Coins
  • Pre Federation Banknotes
  • Colonial Coinage and Currency
  • Port Phillip "Taylor" Pieces
  • Specimen Notes and Starnotes
  • Adelaide Pounds and Rare Gold Coins
  • 1930 Pennies, 1923 Halfpennies
  • Large Denomination Pre Decimal Notes
  • Misprint Notes and Mis-Struck Coins
  • Plus Many More...




...and did we mention... ...0%* COMMISSION...

(* See our Commissions & Fees for Details)