Market Analysis

Buying notes, like buying real estate or shares, can result in mistakes and losses unless you get expert advice.

At John Pettit Rare Banknotes, we know what notes have the best investing and collecting potential, and we have over 40 years experience in the market, with a passion and proven expertise for buying, selling and grading banknotes. We offer professional advice, realistic prices, and a guarantee of authenticity. For more detailed advice, please read our online brochure on “How to Collect and Invest in Banknotes”.

Profit from Paper

Rare banknotes are in limited supply, but the demand for them has grown because of consistently strong returns and record auction prices. Banknotes are a medium to long term investment, preferably held for 3 to 5 years to maximise compound returns. Our role is to advise you of the notes with the best investing potential, the highest grading and appropriate to your budget.

Timing is everything

Arguably the most important aspect of market analysis arises when it’s time to sell your investment portfolio. This involves a great deal of planning and consideration of the numismatics market at the time of sale. As well as this, the general state of the economy at any given time will affect the success of your banknote sale.

Talk to us

Generally- the most straightforward and reliable way to go about selling your investment notes is to go through a reputable banknote dealer. As professionals, dealers have a sound and extensive knowledge of market conditions and can offer price estimates as well as comprehensive options on how to sell you collection to maximise your return. John Pettit Rare Banknotes can give you advice and guidance in this regard.