Sell Gold Coins by Mail in Canada
The process starts with photos — not a package. Upload photos of your gold coins, receive a written estimate within 24–48 hours, and only ship after you have decided to proceed and received clear Canada Post shipping instructions.
Tracked Canada Post shipping is recommended. Signature confirmation or insurance may be suggested depending on the value of your shipment. You will not be asked to figure out shipping on your own.
Written estimate within 24–48 hours · No obligation to sell · No mailing required upfront
Do not mail gold coins until you receive a written estimate and decide to proceed. The estimate is free and based entirely on photos. Shipping only happens after you have seen the offer and chosen to accept it.
How selling gold coins by mail works
The process at SellMyCoins.ca is built around one principle: you never ship anything until you have a written estimate in hand, have decided to accept it, and have received clear instructions on how to send your coins. The estimate is free, based entirely on photos, and carries no obligation.
Richard LeBlanc is a Canadian coin specialist based in Ottawa who reviews every submission personally. Once you accept an offer, he provides specific packing instructions and Canada Post shipping options with tracking. Signature confirmation or insurance may be recommended depending on the value of your shipment — you will not be left to figure out the details on your own.
After your coins arrive, Richard verifies them against the written estimate. If everything matches, the offer stands and payment goes out the same day or next business day by Interac e-Transfer. If there are any differences, he contacts you before proceeding.
Step-by-step process
Photograph both sides of each gold coin in natural light using your smartphone. For a collection, a few overview shots plus close-ups of individual coins is enough to start. No special equipment needed.
Richard reviews your photos personally and sends a written offer within 24–48 hours. The estimate identifies each coin and states exactly what he will pay. No obligation to accept — take as long as you need.
If you decide to proceed, Richard sends clear packing instructions and Canada Post shipping options. Tracked shipping is recommended. Signature confirmation or insurance may be suggested depending on the value of your shipment.
Pack your coins as instructed and drop the package at any Canada Post outlet. You are in control of the timing — there is no deadline to ship once you have accepted the estimate.
Once your coins arrive, Richard verifies them against the written estimate. If everything matches, the offer stands. If there are any differences, he will contact you before proceeding.
Payment is sent the same day or next business day after your coins are verified. Interac e-Transfer works with any Canadian bank account. Most sellers receive payment within 3–5 business days of mailing.
Canada Post shipping: tracking, declared value, and coverage
We use Canada Post shipping options for mail-in gold coin sales. After we review your photos and provide an estimate, we give clear instructions on how to package and send your coins safely.
Tracked Canada Post shipping is recommended for all gold coin shipments. Depending on the value of your coins, signature confirmation or insurance may also be suggested. Richard provides the specific shipping instructions after you accept an offer — you will know exactly what service to use and what coverage is in place before you drop anything off.
Canada Post tracked services provide end-to-end tracking with delivery confirmation scans. Declared value coverage means Canada Post is liable up to the declared amount if the package is lost or damaged in transit. Keep your drop-off receipt as proof of shipment.
End-to-end tracking with delivery confirmation. Monitor your shipment from drop-off to arrival in Ottawa.
Canada Post covers up to the declared amount if the package is lost or damaged. Signature confirmation may be recommended for higher-value shipments.
You receive specific packing and shipping instructions after accepting an offer — before you are asked to send anything.
How to pack gold coins for mailing
Richard provides specific packing instructions when you accept an offer. The general principles below apply to most shipments:
Use a soft coin flip, tissue paper, or a small coin envelope for each coin. Coins should not touch each other or rattle inside the package.
Place wrapped coins in a small rigid cardboard box with padding — crumpled paper or bubble wrap — so nothing shifts in transit. Do not use a bubble mailer alone for gold coins.
Place the inner box inside a slightly larger outer box with additional padding. This protects against crushing and provides a second layer of security.
Tape all seams of both boxes with strong packing tape. Do not use masking tape or scotch tape — they can fail in transit.
Never write "coins", "gold", or any indication of value on the outside of the package. Use only the shipping label provided.
Payment timing: what to expect
Payment is by Interac e-Transfer, sent the same day or next business day after your coins arrive at Richard's Ottawa address and are verified against the written estimate. Interac e-Transfer works with any Canadian bank account — no special setup required.
Canada Post tracked shipping typically delivers within 1–3 business days from most Canadian locations. Combined with same-day or next-business-day payment, most sellers receive their Interac e-Transfer within 3–5 business days of dropping off their package.
Drop package at Canada Post using the shipping method provided in your instructions.
Canada Post delivers to Ottawa. Tracking updates available throughout transit.
Coins verified on arrival. Interac e-Transfer sent immediately after confirmation.
Canada Post delivers to all communities in Canada, including remote and northern locations. Your location does not affect the process. See the remote communities page for information specific to sellers in rural, northern, island, and Atlantic Canada regions.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to find out what your gold coins are worth?
Upload photos from wherever you are in Canada. Richard will send a free written estimate within 24–48 hours. No mailing required upfront. No obligation to sell.
Upload Gold Coin PhotosFree · Written response within 24–48 hours · No obligation to sell
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.