Get a Free Coin Estimate — Upload Photos to Start
Upload photos of your Canadian coins and receive a free written purchase estimate from Richard LeBlanc — an Ottawa-based Canadian coin buyer — within 24–48 hours. You'll see what we would pay for each coin before deciding whether to sell.
Most submissions reviewed within 24–48 hours · No obligation to sell · Available across Canada
- Ottawa-based Canadian buyer
- Free written estimate
- No obligation to sell
- Canada Post shipping options
- Interac e-Transfer payment
Send Your Photos to Richard
Upload photos and Richard will identify your coins and send a free written purchase estimate within 24–48 hours.
Photo tip: Use your phone in natural light. Photograph both sides of each coin. For a collection, send a few overview shots plus close-ups of anything old or unusual.
No Mailing Required Upfront
We use Canada Post shipping options for mail-in coin sales. After we review your photos and provide an estimate, we can give clear instructions on how to package and send your coins safely. Tracked Canada Post shipping is recommended, and signature confirmation or insurance may be suggested depending on the value of the shipment. Outside a major city? Learn how selling gold coins by mail works.
Please do not mail coins until you receive a written estimate and shipping instructions.
How It Works
Use your smartphone to photograph both sides of each coin in natural light. For albums or folders, photograph each page. No special equipment needed.
Richard reviews your photos and sends a written purchase estimate within 24–48 hours — identifying each coin, assessing its condition, and showing what we would pay.
Accept the offer, decline it, or ask questions. There is no time pressure. If you accept, Richard provides clear Canada Post shipping instructions.
Fast and Easy vs. Selling Coins Yourself
Selling coins yourself on eBay, through auctions, or by visiting local shops can sometimes bring a higher final price — but it also takes more time and effort. SellMyCoins.ca is built for people who want a quick, simple, no-pressure way to sell coins in Canada.
Selling Yourself
- Creating eBay listings for each coin
- Waiting for auctions to end
- Answering buyer questions and disputes
- Paying platform fees of 13–15%
- Arranging your own shipping and insurance
- Visiting pawn shops or coin dealers in person
- Researching prices before you can ask anything
- Meeting strangers for local sales
SellMyCoins.ca
- Upload photos — no listing work required
- Receive a written purchase estimate within 24–48 hours
- See what we would pay for each coin before deciding
- No platform fees, no hidden charges
- Prepaid Canada Post label provided on accepted offers
- No travel, no appointments, no in-person meetings
- No coin knowledge needed — we identify everything
- No obligation to sell at any stage
You may be able to get a higher price by listing coins yourself — but if you want a faster, easier option, upload photos and receive a written purchase estimate. Decide if the offer works for you. No pressure either way.
Upload Photos — Get a Free EstimateFree · Written response within 24–48 hours · No obligation to sell
What to Expect
The photo estimate is completely free. There are no fees, no consultation charges, and no obligation to sell.
You receive a written purchase offer that lists each coin individually. Nothing is vague or verbal — you know exactly what Richard will pay for each coin.
You can take as long as you need to review the offer. If you decline, your coins stay with you — there is nothing to return.
Once you accept an offer, Richard provides clear instructions on how to package and send your coins safely using Canada Post. Tracked shipping is recommended, and signature confirmation or insurance may be suggested depending on the value of the shipment.
Payment is sent by Interac e-Transfer the same day or next business day after your coins arrive and are verified.
Want to understand how Canadian coin appraisals work in more detail — including how coins are graded, how private buyers differ from coin shops, and what affects value? Read the full Canadian coin appraisal guide →
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No coin knowledge required. No mailing required upfront. Just a few photos to get a written offer.
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This guide explains the value of Canadian coins, including key dates, silver content, and factors that affect collector value. If you believe you may have a valuable coin, you can upload photos for a free estimate.
How Coin Values Are Determined
Four key factors influence what a coin is worth. Understanding these helps you know what to look for.
Rarity
Coins with low mintage numbers or surviving in small quantities are worth more. A coin minted in the millions is common; one minted in the thousands can be scarce.
Condition
Collectors grade coins from Poor (heavily worn) to Mint State (uncirculated). A coin in excellent condition can be worth many times more than the same coin in worn condition.
Silver or Gold Content
Many older Canadian coins contain 80% silver. Even a common silver coin has a base value tied to the current silver price, regardless of collector demand.
Collector Demand
Some coins are actively sought by collectors, which drives prices higher. Key dates, varieties, and coins from popular series attract more buyers.