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Where to Sell Mandela Coins in South Africa: Coin Dealers, Addresses & Valuation Guide 2026
Do you have a Mandela R5 coin, old South African coin, commemorative coin or another collectible coin and you’re wondering where you can take it?
There are coin dealers and numismatic specialists across South Africa where people can enquire about collectible coins.
However, it is important to understand that not every Mandela R5 coin is rare or worth thousands of rand. The value of a collectible coin can depend on its condition, rarity, year, edition and current collector demand.
Below are some places you can contact in South Africa.
Mandela Coin Dealers in Johannesburg & Gauteng
If you are based in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Sandton, Randburg or surrounding areas, there are several established coin businesses you can contact.
1. Collectors Investments – Sandton
COLLECTORS INVESTMENTS
COLLECTORS INVESTMENTS Web Address: 32 Fricker Rd, Illovo, Sandton, 2196, South Africa Phone: +27118809116
📍 Address: 32 Fricker Road, Illovo, Sandton, 2196
📞 Telephone: 011 880 9116
Collectors Investments is listed as a coin dealer in Johannesburg.
Contact the business before travelling and explain exactly which coin you have.
2. Anchor Coins – Pretoria
Anchor Coins
Anchor Coins Web Address: 125 Vermulen Street, RNS House, Schubart & Vermulen, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa Phone: +27123230004
📍 Address: 125 Madiba & Sophie de Bruyn Streets, RNS House, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0001
📞 Telephone: 012 767 8339 / 012 323 0004
Anchor Coins says it deals in rare world coins, numismatic items, rare banknotes, medals and other collectible items. (Anchor Coins)
3. Eastgate Stamps & Coins – Bedfordview
EASTGATE STAMPS & COINS
EASTGATE STAMPS & COINS Web Address: Suite 203, BEDFORD Office Tower BEDFORD CENTRE Cnr Smith &, Van Der Linde Rd, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, 2007, South Africa Phone: +27116162705
📍 Address: Suite 203, Bedford Office Tower, Bedford Centre, Corner Smith & Van Der Linde Road, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, 2007
📞 Telephone: 011 616 2705
Contact the business before visiting to ask whether they deal with your particular type of coin.
4. Alec Kaplan & Son – Johannesburg
Alec Kaplan & Son CC
Alec Kaplan & Son CC Web Address: 115 Dunottar St, Sydenham, Johannesburg, 2192, South Africa Phone: +27665666107
📍 Address: 115 Dunottar Street, Sydenham, Johannesburg, 2192
📞 Telephone: 066 566 6107
This is another Johannesburg coin dealer you can contact regarding collectible coins.
5. The Scoin Shop – Johannesburg
The Scoin Shop Hyde Park Corner
The Scoin Shop Hyde Park Corner Web Address: Shop MM22, Level 4, Middle Mall, Hyde Park Corner, Hyde Park, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa Phone: +27100851160
📍 Address: Shop MM22, Level 4, Middle Mall, Hyde Park Corner, Hyde Park, Johannesburg, 2196
📞 Telephone: 010 085 1160
Contact the shop first to find out whether the particular coin you have is something they deal with.
Coin Dealers in Cape Town
6. City Coins – Cape Town
City Coins
City Coins Web Address: 11th Floor, 2 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Phone: +27214252639
📍 Address: 2 Long Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001
📞 Telephone: 021 425 2639
City Coins deals with collectible coins and related items. However, there is an important warning for people specifically looking to sell Mandela R5 coins.
City Coins currently states that it does not trade in Mandela or other R5 coins. (CityCoins)
We have included it because people with other collectible coins, banknotes, bullion or old currency may find the information useful.
More Coin Dealers Around South Africa
The South African Mint publishes a list of authorised dealers for its collectible coins.
Examples currently listed by the Mint include dealers in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape and Free State. (Samint)
Some addresses include:
SA Gold Markets – Centurion
📍 2nd Floor, Centurion Gate Business Park, Akkerboom Street, Centurion, 0157
📞 071 269 8738
PG Coins & Collectables – Fourways
📍 3 Bushwillow Road, Fourways
📞 082 442 1020
Randburg Coin – Randburg
📍 Unit 10 Netwater Place, 252 Oak Avenue, Randburg
📞 011 789 2233
African Bullion – KwaZulu-Natal
📍 Suite 5A, 45 on Ridge, 45 Ridge Road, Hillcrest
📞 031 765 4006
IBV Gold – Umhlanga
📍 Suite 2C Royal Palm, 6 Palm Boulevard, Umhlanga, Durban
📞 031 566 7050
SA Bullion – Cape Town
📍 First Floor Brickfield Canvas, 35 Brickfield Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925
📞 021 447 3240
The complete and current list can be checked directly with the South African Mint. (Samint)
View South African Mint Authorised Dealers
Can You Sell Mandela Coins at an Auction?
Another option for genuinely collectible or unusual coins may be an auction house.
Stephan Welz & Co, for example, operates auction services in South Africa and provides Johannesburg, Cape Town and Pretoria contacts. The company recommends contacting the relevant specialist regarding items for auction.
This does not mean that an auction house will accept an ordinary Mandela R5 coin. Contact the auction house first and provide information about what you have.
How Much Is a Mandela R5 Coin Worth?
There is no single price that applies to every Mandela coin.
Be especially careful when you see posts on Facebook, WhatsApp or TikTok claiming that an ordinary Mandela R5 coin is automatically worth R5,000, R10,000 or even more.
A price advertised online does not necessarily mean somebody has actually purchased the coin for that amount.
Factors that may influence collector value include:
- Year of issue
- Type or edition
- Condition
- Rarity
- Circulation
- Original packaging
- Professional grading
- Collector demand
Some dealers don’t purchase ordinary circulated R5 coins at all.
For example, Randburg Coin – Kindly Note we DO NOT buy Mandela R 5 Coins. explicitly states that it does not buy Mandela R5 coins.
This is why you should contact a dealer before spending money travelling to their premises.
How Do I Know If My Coin Is Valuable?
Start by identifying exactly what you have.
Look at the coin and record the year, denomination and wording appearing on it.
Then take clear photographs of:
1. The front of the coin
2. The back of the coin
3. The edge, if it contains unusual markings
4. Any original packaging or certificate
You can send these details to a reputable coin specialist and ask whether they deal with that type of coin.
Don’t assume that age alone makes a coin valuable.
Don’t Clean Your Coin Before Taking It to a Dealer
If you believe your coin could be collectible, avoid polishing or aggressively cleaning it.
Cleaning may scratch or alter the original surface.
Keep the coin somewhere dry and safe and handle it carefully, preferably around its edges, until you have obtained professional advice.
Beware of Mandela Coin Scams
Be cautious when strangers on social media promise to purchase your coin for a very large amount.
Before sending your coin or paying anybody:
- Verify who you are dealing with.
- Check the business independently.
- Confirm its physical address.
- Ask about any fees beforehand.
- Don’t pay an unknown person simply to “unlock” a buyer.
- Don’t send valuable items without understanding the process.
- Consider getting a second opinion.
A legitimate-looking social-media advertisement is not proof that someone will actually purchase your coin.
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You should still contact the relevant dealer before travelling to confirm that they deal with your particular type of coin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell my Mandela R5 coin?
You can contact coin dealers or collectors to enquire, but there is no guarantee that a dealer will purchase your coin. Some dealers specifically do not purchase circulated Mandela R5 coins.
Is every Mandela R5 coin valuable?
No. Having Nelson Mandela represented on a coin does not automatically make that coin rare or highly valuable.
Where should I start?
Take clear pictures of the coin, identify its year and denomination, and contact an established coin dealer before travelling.
Can I take my coin to the South African Mint?
The South African Mint provides information about collectible coins and maintains a list of authorised dealers. Its authorised-dealer directory is a useful place to find established businesses. (Samint)
Should I clean my old coin?
It is generally better not to polish a potentially collectible coin before having it assessed.
Final Advice
Finding a Mandela coin can be exciting, but don’t rush into believing claims that it is worth thousands of rand.
Identify the coin first. Contact established dealers. Compare opinions. And never pay someone simply because they promise to find a buyer willing to pay an unusually high price.
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Disclaimer
CreativeJob.co.za provides this article for general informational purposes only.
CreativeJob is not a coin dealer, auction house, coin grading company or professional valuation service. We do not buy Mandela coins or guarantee that any coin has a particular monetary or collector value.
The businesses mentioned in this article are independent third parties. Their inclusion does not mean they will purchase your coin or that CreativeJob endorses or is affiliated with them.
Addresses, telephone numbers, services and purchasing policies can change. Always contact a business directly before travelling, sending a coin or paying for any service.