Meet the Copeland Roberts Team
Copeland Roberts brings together experienced leadership, numismatic specialists, auction managers and trusted external experts.
From confidential collection assessment and specialist cataloguing through to photography, marketing, logistics, customer care and consignor settlement, each stage of the auction process is managed by people with clearly defined responsibilities.
Our team works with collectors, families, estates, professional advisers and institutions seeking informed advice and professional representation for coins, banknotes and substantial numismatic collections.
Leadership
Copeland Roberts is led by people with experience in numismatics, business development, digital marketing and client service.
Robbie Colborne
Managing Director
Robbie Colborne is the Managing Director of Copeland Roberts and leads the company's overall strategy, acquisition of major consignments and continued development as a specialist Australian numismatic auction house.
He is a member of the Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association, where he serves as a committee member, and is also a member of the Stamp and Coin Dealers Association of Australasia.
Robbie is the owner of Ensleigh Coins, which he has grown to annual sales in the millions of dollars. He was a major contributor to a recent edition of Renniks Australian Coin and Banknote Values and has authored numerous articles for Australian Coin Review.
He works directly with collectors, families, estates and professional advisers considering the sale of established collections, accumulated holdings and significant individual coins or banknotes.
Saul Edwards
Chief Marketing and Client Experience Officer
Saul Edwards leads marketing, communications and client experience at Copeland Roberts.
With more than a decade of experience in digital marketing and business management, Saul oversees the promotion and presentation of Copeland Roberts auctions, significant collections and individual rarities to collectors throughout Australia and internationally.
He is also the owner of Goodreviews and Adgrowth, businesses specialising in digital marketing, online reputation and customer acquisition.
Saul's experience supports the continued expansion of the Copeland Roberts bidder audience and the delivery of a professional and consistent experience for consignors and buyers.
Management Team
The Copeland Roberts management team coordinates collection assessment, cataloguing, consignment processing, auction preparation, administration and customer support.
Sally Lovegrove
State Manager — Victoria and Numismatist
Sally Lovegrove is Copeland Roberts' State Manager in Victoria and brings extensive management and numismatic expertise to the company.
She began her career with Southern Cross Coins before joining Downies Coins and Collectables. Most recently, Sally served as General Manager of Roxburys, bringing senior-level management experience across the Australian numismatic industry and auction operations.
Sally works with collectors, families, estates and professional advisers throughout Victoria, providing guidance on coins, banknotes and collections being considered for auction.
Her broad industry knowledge supports collection assessment, numismatic research and the continued development of Copeland Roberts' presence and consignor relationships in Victoria.
Sally has also contributed articles to Australian Coin Review, reflecting her longstanding involvement in Australian numismatics.
Andy Sun
Head of Cataloguing and Numismatics
Andy leads numismatic cataloguing and research across Copeland Roberts auctions.
His responsibilities include identification, attribution, grading assessment, catalogue preparation and specialist research across Australian and international coinage.
Andy plays a central role in ensuring that material is accurately described, appropriately researched and clearly presented to prospective bidders.
He has also published articles in Australian Coin Review.
Tate Kemeny
Head of Consignments and Logistics
Tate manages the consignment process from initial enquiry and intake through to auction preparation, sale and dispatch.
He works directly with collectors and other owners considering the sale of coins, banknotes and collections, coordinating assessment, consignment processing, lot preparation and logistics.
His role provides consignors with a clear and efficient pathway from initial enquiry through to auction and settlement.
Tayla McKay
Head of Customer Care and Administration
Tayla leads customer care and auction administration at Copeland Roberts.
She supports consignors and bidders throughout the auction cycle, including account enquiries, documentation, invoicing, payments and general auction coordination.
Her role is focused on responsive communication and ensuring that the administrative side of each auction operates smoothly and efficiently.
Specialist Consultants
Copeland Roberts works with experienced specialist consultants who provide additional expertise across important areas of Australian numismatics.
Their knowledge supports the identification, attribution, assessment and catalogue preparation of rare, valuable and technically complex material.
Eric Eigner
Specialist Consultant — Commonwealth, Gold and Proclamation Coinage
Eric Eigner is the owner of Drake Sterling and has decades of experience in Australian and international numismatics.
He provides specialist advice across Commonwealth coinage, gold coinage and proclamation coinage, supporting the assessment, attribution and catalogue preparation of historically significant and technically complex material.
Eric is a member of the Australasian Numismatic Dealers Association and has previously served on the ANDA committee.
He has also contributed to Renniks Australian Coin and Banknote Values.
Specialist Services
Copeland Roberts works with trusted external professionals whose services support the presentation and delivery of its auctions.
Wioletta Madaj
Auction Photographer and Founder, Gamma Studio
Wioletta Madaj is the founder and owner of Gamma Studio and is responsible for the professional coin and banknote photography used throughout Copeland Roberts auction catalogues.
Her work supports the accurate presentation of each item, helping bidders assess condition, colour, surfaces and fine details when viewing material online.
Professional photography is an important part of the Copeland Roberts auction process, particularly for rare, high-grade and technically complex material, where clear and consistent imagery can provide bidders with greater confidence.
A Complete Auction Team
Successful coin and banknote auctions require more than cataloguing alone. Copeland Roberts combines specialist numismatic knowledge with professional presentation, marketing, logistics, customer support and settlement.
Assessment and Consignment Advice
Confidential guidance for collectors, families, estates and professional advisers considering the sale of individual items, established collections or substantial accumulations.
Cataloguing and Research
Identification, attribution, grading assessment and specialist research before each accepted lot is professionally described for auction.
Photography and Presentation
Professional coin and banknote photography designed to present condition, colour, surfaces and fine details clearly to online bidders.
Auction Marketing
Targeted promotion to an established Australian bidder base and a growing international audience.
Consignments and Logistics
Coordinated intake, secure handling, lot preparation, auction allocation, storage, collection and dispatch.
Customer Care and Settlement
Support with documentation, accounts, invoicing and payments throughout the auction cycle. Consignors are paid 30 days after the auction in accordance with the consignment agreement.
Who We Assist
Collectors
Established collectors considering the sale of individual rarities, specialist holdings or complete collections.
Families
Families seeking clear advice about inherited coins, banknotes or other numismatic material.
Executors and Estates
Executors and beneficiaries requiring an organised and transparent route to assessment, auction and settlement.
Professional Advisers
Solicitors, accountants, trustees and advisers acting on behalf of clients or estates.
Institutions
Institutions seeking specialist advice, cataloguing or auction representation for numismatic material.
Auction Buyers
New and experienced buyers seeking professionally catalogued coins and banknotes through an accessible online auction platform.
What Our Clients Say
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Read Reviews and TestimonialsSpeak Directly with Our Team
Whether you are considering selling an established collection, managing an estate or seeking advice regarding coins or banknotes, the Copeland Roberts team can provide a confidential initial assessment.
There is no obligation to consign following an initial discussion.