What types of Irish banknotes are included in this collection?
This collection covers banknotes from across Ireland, including Republic of Ireland notes and Northern Ireland banknotes. You will see different issuers, denominations, and designs depending on the period and the type of note. Each listing makes it clear what the note is, including the issuing authority or bank, denomination, and condition.
What is the difference between Republic of Ireland notes and Northern Ireland banknotes?
Republic of Ireland notes are linked to the currency used in the Republic, including older Irish pound (punt) notes from before the euro. Northern Ireland banknotes are pounds sterling notes issued by individual banks in Northern Ireland, and they have their own designs and series. Because they come from different systems and periods, collectors often treat them as two distinct areas within Irish banknote collecting.
Do you stock Irish pound (punt) banknotes from before the euro?
Yes, this collection includes Irish pound (punt) banknotes, which were used in the Republic of Ireland before the euro was introduced. These notes are collected for their designs, series, and historical context, and many collectors enjoy building sets by denomination or by issue. Condition and scarcity can vary widely, so it is worth checking the listing details closely.
Do you sell Northern Ireland banknotes (sterling notes)?
Yes, this collection also includes Northern Ireland banknotes denominated in pounds sterling. These are issued by banks rather than a single central issuer, which is why collectors often focus on the issuing bank name, series, and denomination. Northern Ireland banknotes are a popular collecting area because designs and issuers differ from Bank of England notes.
Do you stock Bank of Ireland notes?
Yes, Bank of Ireland notes can appear in this collection, alongside other Irish and Northern Irish issues. Collectors often search by bank name because different banks have distinctive designs, series, and denominations. If you are looking for a particular Bank of Ireland denomination or type, the quickest approach is to use site search and then check the listing details.
What denominations of Irish banknotes do you stock?
Availability varies, but Irish and Northern Irish banknotes have been issued in a range of denominations. Many collectors start with the more familiar values and then branch out into scarcer denominations as they build a set. Each listing clearly shows the denomination, making it easy to browse by value and compare different designs across issuers and periods.
Do you sell circulated and uncirculated Irish banknotes?
Yes, we stock both circulated and uncirculated notes. Circulated notes have been used and may show folds, light wear, or softer corners, while uncirculated notes are typically crisper with sharper detail and fewer handling marks. Condition is shown on each listing so you can choose what suits your collecting style and budget.
What affects the value of Irish and Northern Ireland banknotes?
Value is usually influenced by condition, rarity, and collector demand for the specific issuer, series, and denomination. Notes that are scarcer, in higher grade, or from popular series often command more interest. Details such as dates, signatures, prefixes, and special issues can also affect collectability, so it is worth focusing on the exact note shown in the listing.
Are your Irish banknotes authentic, and do you offer UK and worldwide shipping?
Yes, we only sell genuine banknotes and we check items before listing. We also offer UK and worldwide shipping, with options and costs shown at checkout depending on destination and parcel weight. We offer free UK delivery on orders £50 and over. Orders placed before midday Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same working day, and orders placed after midday are typically dispatched the next working day. International orders may be subject to customs or import fees depending on the destination.
