Auction Type: Timed online auction
Important Auction Dates:
- Bidding opens Saturday, December 27, 2026 at 1:00 pm
- Lots begin closing Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Auction Highlights:
Gold Coins - Multiple gold coins from various countries
Rare U.S. Coins - Including a coveted 3-Legged Buffalo Nickel
European Silver:
- Austria 1894 1 Korona - Franz Joseph I
- Belgium - Multiple denominations including 5 Francs, 50 Francs, and 100 Francs Centennial issues (1876-1951)
- France - Complete "Sower" collection, including 5 Francs, 2 Francs, 1 Franc, and spectacular 1965 10 Francs Hercules
- Great Britain - King George V silver lot (Half Crown, Shilling, Six Pence)
- Greece - Royal commemoratives including 1964 Wedding and 1963 Dynasty Centennial
- Hungary 1947 5 Forint - Kossuth
- Poland 1933 5 Zlotych - Queen Jadwiga
- Czechoslovakia 1933 20 Korun - Near-uncirculated
Latin American Silver:
- Mexico - 1968 Olympics 25 Pesos, José Morelos Pesos (BU with rainbow toning), 1953 5 Pesos Hidalgo
- Cuba - Multiple star design coins (10, 20, 40 Centavos) from early Republic era (1915-1920)
- Panama - Three-coin lot spanning 1904-1966
- Colombia 1912 50 Centavos
- Venezuela 1965 1 Bolivar - Simon Bolivar (AU/UNC)
- Brazil 1907 500 Reis
- Peru 1870s 1 Sol - Seated Liberty
- El Salvador 1953 25 Centavos
Asian & Middle Eastern:
- China - Yuan Shikai "Fat Man" Dollar - Republic era
- Thailand 1977 1 Baht - King Bhumibol (BU)
- Turkey 1960 10 Lira - Revolution Commemorative (AU with rainbow toning)
- India - East India Company 1/4 Rupee, Travancore Princely States 1 Panam
Pacific Region:
- Australia - WWII era coins including 1918 Shilling, 1943 Florin, Threepence lot (1942-1949)
- New Guinea 1938 1 Shilling - Rare holed colonial issue
Condition Notes: This collection features coins in mixed grades from circulated to brilliant uncirculated, with many pieces displaying attractive natural toning. Several highlight coins grade AU to BU with exceptional eye appeal, including rainbow-toned specimens perfect for advanced collectors.
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Participation Requirements: A valid credit card is required for bidding approval.
Payment Instructions: We accept major credit cards and wire transfers only. A 15% online buyer's premium will be added to all sales. NO SALES TAX ON US COINS AND CURRENCY. Due to increased fraudulent purchases of gold and silver, invoices over $500.00 must be paid via ACH or wire transfer unless the bidder has been on our buyer list for at least three years.
Currency Type: USD
Shipping Instructions: Shipping will be handled by Meares Property Advisors at the buyer's expense. After the close of the auction, you will receive an email & text from Shipping Saint, our software provider, with the option to choose to have your items shipped or to schedule a pickup time slot.
- SHIPPING: When selecting the shipping option, your items are transferred to our shipping department and you will receive a link to pay the shipping costs from Shipping Saint. We typically ship on Thursday and Friday so you may not receive the link until then.
- PICKUP: When selecting PICKUP, follow the prompts to select the date and time slot from the available options. Local PICKUP is available Thursday and Friday after the auction. (see your Shipping Saint email/text for the times available)
Checkout Date & Times: You will be notified via email at the end of the auction with your settlement sheet noting all purchases and the amount due. This invoice will be the billing amount charged to your credit card on file. Shipping will be a separate charge!
Special Terms: All items sell AS-IS with no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. We reserve the right to add or delete items before sale time. Please send any specific questions to our email address or call us for more information.
GRADING: Any coin grades listed in this catalog are the opinion of the SELLER and NOT the auction company. All grading questions should be addressed before sale time. We will be happy to email other pictures to you if needed. All sales are final.
Online Bidding Terms:
1. Meares Property Advisors has put forth every effort in preparing the catalog for this auction to provide accurate descriptions of all items. All property is sold 'as-is' and it is the bidder’s responsibility to determine the exact condition of each item. Printed statements or descriptions by staff are provided in good faith and are matters of opinion. NO refunds will be offered.
2. FOR ONLINE BIDDING: A 15% Buyer's Premium is added to your total purchase.
3. All accounts must be settled at the conclusion of the auction. We accept major credit cards and wire transfers only. A 15% online buyer's premium will be added to all sales. NO SALES TAX ON US COINS AND CURRENCY. Any invoices over $500.00 must be paid via ACH or wire transfer unless the bidder has been on our buyer list for at least three years.
4. The auction company, through USPS, will arrange packing and shipping. Packing and shipping costs are the buyer's responsibility and may be quoted before shipping. Fragile or large items will be shipped by a professional shipping company, which may result in higher shipping costs. All items will be insured for the purchase price. Our priority is to deliver your new purchase in excellent condition.
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8. The auctioneer has the sole discretion to advance the bidding and may reject a nominal advance if, in his estimation, it proves injurious to the auction. The auctioneer shall be the final judge in all bidding disputes and shall name a bidder as the purchaser.
9. The auction company shall not be held responsible for any 'missed' bids or bids unseen by the auctioneer.
10. All sales are final.
11. By bidding on any item, the bidder shows acceptance of the terms of the auction.
12. The auction company reserves the right to refuse service or decline registration to any person.
Malfunction, Shutdown, and Loss of Service: The results of the auction may be rendered void if malfunction, shutdown, or temporary loss of service occurs. In such an event, Meares Property Advisors, Inc. reserves the right to remedy the situation in whichever way best represents the seller, including the cancellation of existing bids. Meares shall not be held liable in any way for any malfunctions, shutdowns, or loss of service. The bidder acknowledges and understands that this service may or may not function correctly at the close of the auction. Under no circumstances shall Bidder have any kind of claim against Meares Property Advisors, Inc. or anyone else if the Internet service fails to work correctly during the close of the auction. Meares Property Advisors, Inc. will not be responsible for any missed bids from any source.
