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Our streamlined and secure consignment process
ABOUT CONSIGNMENT
Before the sale: To start the consignment process, send us a list of items by email. Our specialists will review your submission at no cost. If your items meet our quality standards and minimum consignment value, we will recommend the most effective way to sell your property. Should you wish to have your coins graded before consignment, we offer a seamless third-party coin grading service with discounted seller’s commission. Go to the Coin Grading Service section for more information. For eligible coins, we will discuss with you the upcoming auctions most suitable for your consignment. A DocuSign Consignment Agreement will be sent to you for signing. We will assist you with shipping to our offices (see Packing and Shipping for more information). Once we receive your coins, we will photograph and catalogue them in preparation for the agreed auction.
How are estimates determined?
All coins are offered at auction without reserve, at 10% below their melt value regardless of valuation. By agreement, we can guarantee a minimum amount for very rare items. (If guaranteed items end up selling below the guarantee, The Coin Cabinet will reimburse the difference.)
How much do we charge for selling your coins?
We charge a standard seller’s commission of 10%, reduced to 9% for coins graded through our third-party coin grading service.
Will my coins appear in the next available auction?
Our flagship monthly auction is complemented by a programme of regular specialist auctions throughout the year. We cannot guarantee that your consignment will appear in the next available auction.
After the sale: After your coins have been sold, you will receive a report detailing prices achieved at auction and net proceeds of the sale, with agreed expenses and our seller’s commission deducted. Provided that payment for the coins has been received in full, we will pay the funds to your nominated account approximately 30 days after the auction. Remittance will be paid in GBP by bank transfer, processed on the last bank day of the week.
Shipping to The Coin Cabinet: You must notify us in advance of sending your property. For our insurance to apply to your shipment, we must arrange and pay for the pickup by courier (DHL or FedEx). The cost of us providing this service will be deducted from the proceeds of sale. You can send goods to us at your own arrangement and risk, but you must still notify us before proceeding with shipment. Please note that if items are not packed according to the guidelines below, they will not be covered by The Coin Cabinet’s insurance. If your property is damaged in delivery, we do not hold responsibility or liability for any losses associated with the damage.
Personal delivery to The Coin Cabinet: By prior arrangement, you can personally deliver your property to our offices.
Address: The Coin Cabinet office and delivery address is:
26 Seymour Street,
London, W1H 7JA,
United Kingdom.
Packing guidelines: ungraded (raw) coins: Individually placed in plastic flips unless they are already in plastic capsules. Check that the flips and/or capsules are intact without cracks or holes and that there is a functioning closing mechanism. The flips and/or capsules must be tightly closed so that coins do not fall out in transit. Raw coins that are in their original boxes can be left in the box, assuming that the box closes properly. Please check that the capsules are functioning properly and are tightly closed.
Packing guidelines: graded (encapsulated) coins: Items must be individually wrapped in bubble wrap or other protective packaging to ensure that it does not come undone in transit.
Packing the inner box or envelope: All coins, whether raw or graded, must be securely placed in the inner box. Whether using a box or padded envelope depends on the number of coins and whether they are raw or graded. If you are using an envelope, this must be a padded type in a material that can withstand some pressure from sharp objects. If using a box, it must be sturdy and able to withstand pressure applied to the exterior. Make sure items in the inner box are tightly packed. Fill up with paper, bubble wrap, or other soft material to make sure items do not move around. Close the envelope or box securely, using tape if necessary.
Packing the outer box or envelope: Place the inner box or envelope inside an outer box or envelope. The inner box or envelope should not move freely inside the outer box. Fill up with paper, bubble wrap, or other soft material if necessary. If possible, use a box supplied by the courier of choice, such as a FedEx-labeled box, or DHL-labeled envelope. Do not advertise the contents of the package. Do not create your own commercial invoice. The Coin Cabinet will provide one. Print and attach the labels and any commercial invoices (if The Coin Cabinet has arranged pickup, we will send these to you by email) and hand them to the courier or place them inside a pouch attached to the outside of the parcel.
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