Agency by William Gibson 
Potteries Auctions, based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, has 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, who appraised the record-breaking coin collection, said: “We had some fascinating coins, the likes of which rarely come on the market.”
Held on 12th September, the auction featured a single-owner collection of “exceptional” gold coins 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 £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 design set of 10 coins, which sold for £22,100;
• A Queen Victoria gold proof £5 1887 sovereign coin, which achieved £16,000; and
• A Prince Philip gold proof £100 2021 sovereign coin, which went for £14,500.
Although Potteries Auctions primarily specialises in ceramics, antiques, and collectibles, it has increasingly attracted attention from varied collectors.
As a result, the auction house has held several specialist auctions in 2024, including gold jewellery, miniature enamels, and toys.
Bill Buckley, managing director of Potteries Auctions, said: “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.
“We hope the success of this sale will encourage more individuals to consider us for future sales.”
