We Buy Rare Indian Banknotes

Selling your banknotes to us is quick, secure, and hassle-free. Follow these simple steps:

📩 Step 1: Email Your Offer

Send clear photos of your banknotes to contact@indiabanknotes.com along with your asking price and additional details

📌 Tip: You can also upload images to Postimage.org, Google Drive, or WeTransfer and send us the link.

🔎 Step 2: Review & Response

Once we receive your submission, we will review the details and respond if we are interested in making a purchase.

How to Sell Your Banknotes

💳 Step 3: Secure Payment & Shipping

For accepted offers, we provide secure payment options and will guide you through the best shipping methods to ensure a smooth transaction.

🤝 Step 4: In-Person Transactions for Large Collections

For significant or high-value collections, we can arrange face-to-face transactions and may travel if necessary. We also attend major paper money shows worldwide where we can meet to evaluate your collection.

📩 Want to sell your banknotes? Email us today at contact@indiabanknotes.com with images of your banknotes and offer.

Looking to sell Indian banknotes? We actively buy British India, French India, Portuguese India, British Burma, Pakistan, Princely State, Gulf Rupees, Haj Notes, and other historic Indian paper money.

With 50+ years of experience, we offer a secure, direct, and professional selling process. Whether you're selling a single note, small lot, or a full collection, we’re interested in reviewing your offer.

We actively buy rare and collectible Indian paper money from collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you have a single note, a small lot or a large collection, we provide a secure and straightforward process for selling your banknotes. You set your own asking price, and we’ll review your offer based on our buying criteria. Simply send us clear photos along with your price, and if it fits our needs, we’ll get in touch.

✅ Sell With Confidence – 50+ years of trusted expertise in Indian numismatics
✅ No Hidden Fees – You set the price, and there are no middlemen or commissions
✅ Quick Review – We assess your offer and respond within a few days if we are interested
✅ Secure & Transparent Transactions – Every deal is handled professionally and securely
✅ Global Collector Network – We attend international numismatic events and exhibitions

Why Sell to India Banknotes

Our interest spans across various historical issues, from Government of India banknotes and Reserve Bank of India banknotes to rare colonial and regional currency. Here are some of the key categories we are looking for:

🔹 Presidency Bank & Private Banknotes – Early issues from the Bank of Hindostan, Bank of Bengal, Bank of Bombay, Bank of Madras, Commercial Bank of India, Oriental Bank and other banks that circulated before the establishment of the Government of India

🔹 British India Banknotes – Portrait notes of Queen Victoria, Uniface notes, Portrait notes of King George V, Portrait notes of King George VI

🔹 Dominion of India Banknotes – Early post-independence banknotes with portraits of King George VI issued before the transition to Republic India designs

🔹 High Denomination Republic of India Notes – Early post-independence 100 Rupees, 1000 Rupees, 5000 Rupees, and 10000 Rupees banknotes

🔹 French India Currency – Banknotes issued for the French colonial territories of Pondicherry, Karikal, Mahé, Chandernagore, and Yanaon

🔹 Portuguese India Currency – Paper money issued for Goa, Daman, and Diu, reflecting the Portuguese colonial legacy in India

🔹 Indian Rupee Notes Used Abroad and Overprinted Banknotes – Banknotes circulated in Burma, Pakistan, East Africa, and the Persian Gulf, including Haj Rupees used by Indian pilgrims traveling to Mecca, Saudi Arabia

🔹 Princely State Banknotes – Issues from independent princely states such as Osmania banknotes of Hyderabad and other princely state banknotes

🔹 Military & POW Currency – Prisoner of War coupons, military-issued banknotes, and other restricted-circulation paper money

🔹 Error Notes & Fancy Serial Numbers – Misprints, missing elements, doubled prints, and rare serial number patterns (radar, ladder, solid, etc.)

🔹 Specimen, Proofs & Trial Notes – Official specimen issues, pre-issue designs, trial prints, archival photographs, color proofs, sketches, and test notes used for verification, training, or design evaluation.

Additionally, we are interested in any other unique items that are integral to India’s numismatic history.

📌 Don’t see your note listed? We’re always looking for rare and historical Indian banknotes. If you have a unique or unusual note, feel free to email us with details — we may still be interested!

What We Buy

❓ How do I know if my banknote is valuable?
💡 We focus on rare and collectible Indian banknotes. If you are unsure, we recommend researching reference numismatic catalogs.

❓ Do you offer free valuations or appraisals?
💡 We do not provide free valuations, but if you're looking to sell, you can set your own asking price and submit an offer for our review.

❓ How long does it take for my offer to be reviewed?
💡 We typically respond within a few days if we are interested in purchasing your banknotes.

❓ Do you buy large collections?
💡 Yes, we are interested in single notes, small lots, and large collections. If you have an extensive collection to sell, feel free to contact us.

❓ Can I meet you in person for high-value collections?
💡 Yes, for significant or high-value collections, we can arrange face-to-face transactions and may travel if necessary. We also attend major paper money shows worldwide where we can meet.

❓ Do you buy graded (PMG/PCGS) banknotes?
💡 Yes, we buy both raw (ungraded) and third-party graded banknotes. If your note is certified, please include the grade and certification details in your offer.

❓ Do you accept bulk submissions from dealers?
💡 Yes, we welcome offers from dealers looking to sell bulk lots of rare Indian banknotes. If you have a dealer inventory for sale, contact us for further details.

❓ What payment methods do you offer?
💡 We provide secure payment options, including bank transfers and PayPal.

❓ How should I ship my banknotes?
💡 If we agree to purchase, we will provide detailed shipping instructions to ensure a safe transaction.

📩 Still have questions? Contact us

Frequently Asked Questions