Forthcoming coin auctions
Here you will find details of our up-coming bi-monthly auctions of Celtic coins. Each auction's catalogue is available here for download on publication; you can place bids online, by email or by phone and bidding opens at 9am on the day of publication. For full details of how to take part, please see 'What you need to know' below.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Liz via email at liz@celticcoins.com or call 01263 735 007 or 07990 840 816.
Our latest catalogue
Publication date (bidding opens): 6th Jul 2026 9am (UK time))
Auction starts: 19th Aug 2026 5pm (UK time)
Example lots from this auction
Our upcoming auction dates
Chris Rudd Auctions
Lots go online latest 9am (GMT) on the morning of publication. The first lot will close electronically at 5pm (GMT) on the closing date, with subsequent lots closing every 30 seconds thereafter.
For a friendly chat with Celtic Liz to discuss consigning coins for Auction and closing dates for consignments, please phone her on 01263 735 007 or 07990 840 816, or email her at liz@celticcoins.com
What you need to know
Here is a summary of our auction terms - Liz will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Please email liz@celticcoins.com or phone 01263 735 007 or 07990 840 816.
Our estimated value of each lot is given in the catalogue and online. Bidding starts at approx 80% of this estimate. Estimates shown in BLACK, Starting Prices shown in RED.
How to bid online
Our Auction is conducted online via www.the-saleroom.com If you wish to bid you must register to create an account and you will receive a confirmation email link; this must be activated prior to bidding. You must register to bid for each auction separately.
All financial transactions will be carried out by ourselves - the-saleroom.com requests card information which is not shared with us in order to protect your data. If you are a new bidder in our sale Liz will contact you to obtain numismatic credit references (if available) and credit/debit card details to secure any bids you may place. Client data is confidential; we do not share our mailing list or client information unless authorised.
The first lot will close electronically at 5pm (UK time) on the sale date, with subsequent lots closing every 30 seconds thereafter. Please note: If you bid within the last 10 minutes of the Lot closing the time will extend by 10 minutes on that Lot, from time of bid.
How to bid by phone or email
In addition to internet bidding, you may bid by mailing the bid sheet included with each catalogue, or by email or telephone. If you choose to telephone your bids, we appreciate a written follow-up. Please refer to catalogue for deadline for bids.
Bidding increments
Lots will be sold to the highest bidder for the winning bid. Bidding automatically increases in fixed increments, so you can enter your maximum bid and let our system do the bidding for you. Please ensure your bids comply with the steps outlined below:
- Up to £500 in £20 increments
- £500 - £1000 in £50 increments
- £1000 - £2000 in £100 increments
- £2000 - £5000 in £200 increments
- Over £5000 in £500 increments
If you enter a high maximum bid you will win at the current bid amount plus increment. Whole number bids only. Bidders personally guarantee that they will pay for their winning bids.
Personal viewing
Viewing of lots by appointment only. Please contact Liz to arrange.
How to pay
A 20% buyers fee (plus VAT (if applicable) at the current rate), will be added to the hammer price of all successful online, written, fax, email and phone bids. Bids are placed in GB Pounds Sterling.
Payment is preferred by direct transfer in Pounds Sterling (GB £):
Chris Rudd Ltd
Account Number: 63406857
Sort Code: 20-03-26
or by cheque.
International bank transfer to:
Barclays Bank PLC, Market Place, Aylsham, Norfolk NR11 6EW
IBAN: GB14 BARC 2003 2663 4068 57
SWIFTBIC: BARCGB22.
Please ensure all bank charges are paid or add £6 to cover EU charges, £12 International charges. Visa, MasterCard or debit cards are accepted. Goods remain our property until paid for in full. VAT no. GB 665 5322 27.
Winning lots will be sent on seven days approval as soon as possible after receipt of payment. If you aren’t happy with a coin, please phone us before returning it. Prices realised are available by subscription via the-saleroom.com
Delivery charges
Postage & packing will be added to all invoices. Unless specified otherwise all UK orders sent by special delivery, orders up to £1000 cost £15, over £1000 cost £20. Overseas price on application.
Export licences
These are needed for some coins and can take up to 4 weeks to obtain. Their purpose is to curb the export of national treasures.
Privacy
Your details are securely held and will not be shared. They will be retained for processing orders and marketing. Please let us know if you don’t wish to be contacted. You can do this at any time.
Finally
We reserve the right to revoke any bids and registrations, restrict access, and modify or disable the site or any of its features, at our discretion. We do not make any guarantees regarding accessibility, accuracy, or security of this website with regard to registration of bidding.
Chris Rudd Limited
Registered Office:
PO Box 1500
Norwich
NR10 5WS
Telephone: +44 (0)1263 735 007
Email: liz@celticcoins.com
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