The Rarest Coins in British History

Throughout British history, certain coins have transcended their status as mere currency, becoming the rarest coins in the UK. Coveted by collectors and historians alike, these extraordinary pieces tell the stories of monarchs, wars, and shifting economies. Below, we explore some of the rarest and most valuable coins ever struck in the United Kingdom. 1917 […]

January’s Standout Collectables

January is often known for its blues, but when it comes to numismatics, this month has been anything but dull! We’ve had the privilege of showcasing some truly remarkable pieces, and as we step into February, I wanted to highlight a few of my personal favourites from January. The George I & George III Quarter […]

A Historic First for The Sovereign

For the first time in its extraordinary history, The Sovereign has been struck in pure silver, marking a revolutionary moment for this iconic coin. Known for centuries as the “chief coin of the world,” The Sovereign’s enduring legacy of exceptional design and quality now shines in an extraordinary silver Proof edition. This groundbreaking release isn’t […]

August: Collectors’ Round-Up: New Coins and Collectibles to Treasure

August has been an exciting month for coin enthusiasts and collectors alike. With a wave of stunning new releases, there’s something for every collector to cherish. Whether captivated by history, enchanted by childhood classics, or fascinated by regal traditions, these new collectables will surely spark joy and become the crown jewels of your collection. Celebrating […]

5 Reasons why this Sovereign is the most collectable Christmas coin 

The Isle of Man Christmas Sovereign is back for 2022!  Each coin in the range has been struck from precious metals. And this year for the very first time, we have been treated to the rare, Silver Piedfort specification.   This means there really is something for everyone in this 2022 Christmas Sovereign range authorised by […]

BREAKING: First UK Sovereign featuring King Charles III announced

On 15th November at 9am collectors will be in with a chance of securing the latest UK Coin release – the first ever Gold Sovereign to feature King Charles III.  I’ll give you a round up of what we know so far in a moment (or you can scroll down a few paragraphs if you’re […]

4 reasons The Royal Mint’s brand-new Sovereign issue will create collecting hysteria

Five years ago, The Royal Mint released a special version of its flagship Gold Sovereign that sold out within 24 hours of launch. Now, they’ve reintroduced this scarce coin for 2022, and we’re set to see the same hysteria and demand. The double-thickness Gold Proof Sovereign Known as the Piedfort Sovereign, the coin is struck […]

Why Sovereign launch day is marked on every collector’s calendar

The day the brand new UK Gold Proof Sovereign is released is one of the most important days in any coin collector’s year.  Quite simply, the Gold Sovereign is without rival as the United Kingdom’s premier Gold Coin. Struck from 22 Carat Gold to the exact same specification since 1817, it epitomises all that is British. Most importantly for […]

The Sovereign everyone mistakenly thinks is a mistake

“My coin has an error. One of the sides is upside down!” If you’ve had that thought when looking at certain coins, don’t worry you’re not alone. The “upside down coin” question is one of the most common we’re asked. In almost all cases, it’s never a mistake, but the alignment style decided by the […]

Dissecting a Design: The Sovereign with a 2,000+ year old design…

The Christmas Sovereign – three words I never thought I’d write, but the Isle of Man has just issued this stunning new Sovereign paying tribute to the most magical time of the year. Find out all about the 2,000+ year old design by clicking the points below. If you’re interested… You now have the chance […]