Handling the estate of a loved one can be overwhelming. At MJ Hughes Coins, we make one aspect easier by offering clear, accurate, and sympathetic probate valuations on a range of precious metal items.
Valuations From MJ Hughes Coins
At MJ Hughes Coins, we have extensive expertise in completing HMRC-compliant probate valuations. Based in Alton, Hampshire, we are a trusted presence in the local community, with a reputation for precision, care, and professionalism. Since opening our doors in 2006, we have completed hundreds of probate valuations, supporting executors, solicitors, and families during difficult times.
We regularly assess a wide range of items, including coins, jewellery, gold, silver, watches, medals, and banknotes, drawing on decades of combined experience to provide accurate and fair assessments. As members of the British Numismatic Trade Association (BNTA), we uphold the highest standards of integrity and industry best practice in every valuation we carry out.
Once probate has been granted, we can also offer to purchase items from you directly, providing competitive prices and fast payment to help you realise the value of the estate quickly and with complete confidence.
Items We Value
We provide specialised valuations across a broad range of items, including but not limited to:
- Coins – collectable, historic, bullion, and proof issues
- Gold – Investment coins, bullion bars, and scrap gold
- Jewellery – rings, necklaces, and bracelets, including broken pieces
- Silver – flatware, candlesticks, ornaments and trophies
- Watches – modern and vintage timepieces
- Medals – military, commemorative, and civic awards
- Banknotes – UK and international currency, historic or modern
We maintain close relationships with antiques experts at RWB Auctions and can also arrange for items such as fine art, clocks, furniture, and collectables.
How Our Probate Valuations Work
We make the probate process as straightforward as possible, offering three flexible ways to secure an expert valuation:
- Visit Our Shop In Alton: Bring your items to us by appointment—we'll value them and then send you a formal letter‑headed document
- Send Us A List: For smaller, well-documented collections, you can email us a list with details and images, where available
- Book A Home Visit: If you can't visit us, we're happy to offer a discreet, professional home visit at no additional cost
Probate Valuation Costs
Our pricing reflects the scope and precision required.
We charge as little as £50 for standard valuations on smaller collections. For larger and more complex collections, particularly those including rare historic currency and where item-by-item documentation is required, we charge up to £150.
If you provide us with information about the size or nature of the estate, we'll gladly provide an accurate quote upfront.
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