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What are New South Wales Heritage Plates?
The original Heritage plates were the first official number plates issued in New South Wales. Introduced in 1910, these iconic numeric-only plates were issued sequentially from 1 to 999,999 as vehicle registrations expanded across the state.
Minimal in design yet rich in provenance, early numbers were allocated strictly in order, with low digits often secured by prominent motorists, business leaders and established families — cementing their association with prestige and legacy.
Today, NSW Heritage plates — the original all-numeric series from 1 to 999,999 — are among Australia’s most sought-after motoring collectibles. With no additional plates ever to be created in this historic format, their finite supply underpins enduring rarity and demand.
Heritage Only is entrusted with preserving this legacy — safeguarding the provenance, significance and long-term value of these rare and enduring motoring assets through premium, carefully curated auctions.
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