An exclusive piece of Victoria’s motoring history
*Current shipping time for Heritage plates is 16 weeks
Our Heritage plates are an original replica of Victoria’s first number plates issued in the 1930s. Finished with a lustrous black vitreous enamel, each plate is handcrafted using the same time-honoured techniques from the 20th century. Their distinctive look and rarity make them an iconic part of our motoring history.
Six-digit Heritage plates
Meticulously recreated to original mid-20th century specifications, our limited-edition six-digit Heritage plates are available to purchase online. With combinations available from 100.000 to 285.000, these iconic plates take 16 weeks to be carefully handcrafted and come presented in a beautiful wooden box.
Heritage plate auctions
Three, four and five-digit combinations are available through public auction.
Held throughout the year, each auction presents a small batch of Heritage plates for bidding.
The next auction will be held online:
- Tuesday 22 February 2022 - Tuesday 1 March 2022
Find out the latest Heritage Auction results here.
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Note: Auction dates are subject to change. For the most up to date information, please visit our auction partner’s website.
Good to know:
- Victoria's first number plates were issued between 1932 and 1939, with combinations ranging from 1 – 285.000 (Some exclusions apply for Special Interest plates).
- Each character is manually embossed into a heavy gauge steel plate, etched and coated with rich black and white vitreous enamel. The plate is then oven-baked to create a high gloss and durable finish.
- Because Heritage plates are handcrafted, each plate differs slightly, contributing to its unique nature.
- Heritage plates are presented in a crafted wooden box, along with a certificate of authenticity and Heritage Plates brochure.
- A box, certificate and brochure are also included when ordering two replacement plates. (Replacement plates can be purchased over the phone or at VicRoads Customer Service Centres).
- Due to their popularity and artisanal manufacturing requirements, delivery for these plates can take up to 16 weeks. You will receive a dispatch notice from Australia Post when your plates are on their way.