How can I sell my coins, medals, and banknotes through an auction?
You can bring your items in person or send them by post or courier. We recommend starting by emailing photos and a brief description to info@machochlapovic.com. Our specialist team will make a preliminary assessment and then agree the next steps with you.
If your items are accepted for auction, we provide a complete end-to-end service — from receipt, expert processing, photography, and catalogue presentation through to the successful sale and payment of the proceeds to your bank account or in cash.
Until when can I send coins, medals, and banknotes for the next auction?
We accept consignments year-round. The cut-off for inclusion in the next auction is typically 2–3 months before the auction date.
You can find current deadlines and instructions on the Auction Consignments page or contact us at info@machochlapovic.com.
What contract do I sign when consigning coins, medals, and banknotes to the auction?
When we receive your items, we sign a Consignment Agreement that sets out all terms of cooperation — including the seller’s commission, settlement method, and the itemized list of lots.
The agreement is executed in two original copies; you keep one. Only after signing do the items enter the auction process.
Jsou moje mince, medaile a bankovky automaticky zařazeny do aukce po podpisu Komisionářské dohody?
No. Signing the agreement admits your coins, medals, and banknotes into the auction process, but inclusion in a specific sale is approved by the auction house’s auction manager based on expert assessment. You will be notified in writing whether they are included or not.
How does the auction process work?
After receipt and expert assessment, your consigned property is photographed and described, and formed into lots for the printed and online auction catalogue.
We run two formats: saleroom auctions and eLive auctions.
- In saleroom auctions you can bid in person, by phone, by limit bid (enter your maximum in advance), or live online in real time via the AUEX bidding platform.
- In eLive auctions you bid by limit or live online via AUEX.
After the auction, we settle and pay the consignor (once buyers’ payments are received).
How is the security of coins, medals, and banknotes ensured throughout the entire auction process?
Once consigned, all coins, medals, and banknotes are insured and stored in secure vaults. We handle each lot with maximum care — from intake, inventory, professional photography and cataloguing to making it available to bidders and finally releasing it to the new owner.
The entire process is overseen by our specialist team with long-standing experience in numismatics and auction sales.
Do I need to provide photos of coins, medals, and banknotes?
No. We will photograph your consigned property professionally in our studio.
If you have provenance details, previous photos, or other information, feel free to include them — they help with cataloguing and presenting the lot(s).
How is the starting price determined?
We propose the starting price of coins, medals, and banknotes based on expert assessment, historical auction results, and current market prices.
The goal is to reflect the lot’s value while encouraging strong bidder interest.
When and how will I be paid for sold coins, medals, and banknotes?
After a sale in the auction or post-auction sale, we will send you a written settlement and then pay the proceeds — either by bank transfer or, by arrangement, in cash at our branch (in compliance with applicable cash-payment regulations).
Settlement is completed no later than 60 days from the sale date.
What are the commission terms for auction sales?
The commission rate depends on the type, value, and method of sale of the coins, medals, or banknotes.
All terms are agreed individually and set out in the Consignment Agreement, which you sign when handing over the lots.
Can I withdraw a lot from the auction?
After signing the consignment agreement and delivering the property, lots cannot be unilaterally withdrawn without breaching the terms. In case of an early return request, the auction house may be entitled to a contractual penalty.
Please consider this carefully before deciding to sell via auction.
Can I consign if I’m not a collector and don’t know the value?
Yes. If you own coins, medals, or banknotes and are unsure of their value, feel free to contact us.
Our team will provide a professional assessment and recommend the best selling method — no specialist knowledge required.
Can my coins, medals, and banknotes be combined into a single lot?
Yes. For coins, medals, or banknotes of lower value (under €50), the auction house may decide to group them into a single lot to facilitate inclusion in the auction and ensure a more efficient sale.
What if my coin, medal, or banknote is not included in the auction?
If a coin, medal, or banknote does not meet the criteria (e.g., due to authenticity concerns or other reasons), we reserve the right not to include it. We will inform you and propose appropriate alternatives — such as direct purchase, another sales channel, or return of the lot (especially where authenticity remains in doubt).