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Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd (ABN 21 001 352 969) is an Australian company trading in coins, medals, stamps, banknotes and related material. Annually the company conducts three major, international numismatic auctions. All auction enquiries are welcomed and free to the public. Noble Numismatics also trades retail in a variety of numismatic material and offers immediate settlements to purchase all types of collections. Arrangements for valuations can be made by contacting either Sydney (02) 9223 4578 or Melbourne (03) 9600 0244. International Association of Professional Numismatists Noble Numismatics is a registered member of the IAPN, the world-leading association of numismatists. The association's international members include renowned firms from around the world. Membership of the IAPN guarantees customers a high level of service and expertise. The objects of association include: "The members of the IAPN guarantee the authenticity of all the coins and medals which they sell - this is a condition of membership" "Membership is not lightly acquired and the vetting of applications involves a protracted procedure" "In order to be admitted... the committee needs to be satisfied they have carried on their business in an honourable manner and that they have a good general knowledge" -International Association of Professional Numismatists, Object of the Association, 1999 Corporate History Noble Numismatics was originally established in Sydney as Spink & Son (Australia) in 1976 by the current managing director, W. James Noble. A Melbourne office was later opened in 1982 by the late Ray Jewell. The company's present form — a wholly Australian owned and operated entity — was incorporated in 1993. Since opening the company has conducted over one hundred major public auctions, realising in excess of $220 million and achieving numerous Australian and world auction records. The company has handled many of the country's most important collections and deceased estates. The firm's expertise is backed by an experienced staff and the Sydney office is home to one of the world's major numismatic libraries comprising over 20,000 volumes. Noble Numismatics has also acted as valuer for the Australian Museum, the Museum of Victoria, numerous universities and several government departments at state and federal level. Today the company continues its strong tradition by offering the highest standard of service to clients. Staff Profile W. James (Jim) Noble Managing Director, Sydney Jim has been involved in numismatics since his youth. He has previously held the positions of president of the Numismatic Association of Australia, the Australian Numismatic Society (ANS) and is a recipient of the ANS gold medal. Jim has authored many articles on coins and co-wrote the standard reference on Australia's first coin, the holey dollar. As a collector Jim owned the world's most complete collection of British tokens. Since sold, the catalogue has become a standard reference for British tokens. Jim founded Spink & Son Australia in 1976 as a subsidiary of the world's oldest coin firm. In the period to the present Jim has overseen over one hundred and ten major sales and is recognised as a leading expert on Australian coins. Robert A. Climpson Manager, Sydney Robert (Bob) is the Sydney office manager and has been involved in the production of over sixty auction catalogues. An experienced numismatist, Bob is also available for auction consultations. As our photographer, Bob has been responsible for producing our catalogue photography since 1991. John O'Connor Consultant, Sydney John has a varied general knowledge of collectables, having operated a coin and medal shop in Sydney for many years with his father, Jack. As a researcher, with a special interest in military awards and medals, John has written numerous articles and books such as, Shooting Awards & Prize Medals to Australian Military Forces and Australian Airborne The History & Insignia of Australian Military Parachuting, both recognised as standard reference works. For his contribution to military history he has been awarded a fellowship of the Australian Institute of History and Arts and honorary membership of Red Berets International Australia Parachute Association and Parachute Riggers Association (Qld). John is also a member of the Editorial Committee of the Numismatic Association of Australia and has been acknowledged by Greg McDonald, the author of Australian Coins and Banknotes, for his valuable editorial contribution to his annual pocket guide. Jill Pearson Manager, Melbourne Jill Pearson commenced with the Company in Melbourne in 1987 and is currently the Melbourne office manager. Jill oversees consignment Melbourne lots for our Sydney auctions and is available to advise on selling at auction. Her areas of expertise include historical medals, documents, bonds and share certificates. Jill is a member of the International Bond & Share Society and the Gemmological Association of Australia. As a former secretary of the Numismatic Association of Australia, Jill is a recipient of the Arthur J Lockwood Award. Colin E. Pitchfork Consultant, Sydney Colin has been a collector of ancient coins for nearly sixty years. He was formerly in NSW TAFE until 1991, holding the position of Head of Chemical & Food Technology for NSW. He holds a Master's degree in Arts (History, Macquarie University), a Bachelor degrees in Chemical Technology (NSW University), a Bachelor degree in Arts (majoring in History and Archaeology, Sydney University), and a Diploma in Education (University of Technology, Sydney). He has been actively involved in professional numismatics for over fifty years, a past president on many occasions from 1967 of the Australian Numismatics Society (founded in 1913) and recently in 2008 retired from that position. He has also been awarded this Society's highest honors of both the Society’s gold and silver medals, a unique honor. Colin has been given other awards including the NAA (Numismatic Association of Australia), Paul Simon award “for outstanding contribution in promoting numismatics within organised numismatic societies in Australia”. He is currently the Vice President of NAA. Colin has authored many articles in various numismatic publications within Australia and overseas. Colin has from 1968–1992 produced 58 auction sale catalogues on coins and banknotes for Geoff K. Gray Pty Ltd and Mason Gray Strange Pty Ltd. They comprised some important sales and collections including the Gilbert Heyde collection which was sold from 1973-1974. Since 1991 he has been Numismatic Consultant to Noble Numismatics and assisted in the writing and production of over sixty catalogues. He is also on the Board of ACANS (Australian Centre of Ancient Numismatics Studies) at Macquarie University and is the author of the Sydney University book published for the Nicholson Museum on the The Jon Hosking Collection of Ptolemaic Coins. Gerhard Reimann-Basch Numismatist, Melbourne Gerhard is numismatist at the Melbourne office. He has a long standing interest and involvement with numismatics. Gerhard's professional involvement with Noble Numismatics began in 1993. Since that time Gerhard oversaw the company's Melbourne auctions and is available to provide advice on the value and disposal of collections. Locations Sydney Ground Floor 169 Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000 Tel: +61 2 9223 4578 Fax: +61 2 9233 6009 info@noble.com.au Melbourne Level 7 350 Collins Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Tel: +61 3 9600 0244 Fax: +61 3 9600 0355 noblemelbourne@hotkey.net.au