Maundy coins are special, not simply because they are struck in exceptionally low quantities, but because they have such a direct connection to The Queen.
Coin Collecting: A beginners’ guide
So what is coin collecting? Coin collecting – or ‘numismatics’, to use its technical term – can be a very rewarding past time. We know of many collectors who have […]
Portrait of Dame Vera Lynn Commissioned by The London Mint Office
Dame Vera Lynn is as synonymous with World War II as the legendary Spitfire, and is recognised as the Briton who best exemplified the spirit of the twentieth century. Just […]
The Most Famous Artist You May Never Have Heard Of.
When I was boy, I remember being intrigued by the image of a man with an outrageous mane of long hair and a large book on his lap. He appeared […]
10 Key Moments from 67 Years on the Throne
Today marks 67 years since Princess Elizabeth became Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. During her lengthy reign, the Queen has become patron to over 500 charities, visited over 120 countries […]
Roman Hoard found in Derbyshire declared to be ‘Treasure’
In March last year, a large quantity of Roman coins was found by two metal detectorists in a woodland area of Derbyshire. Following an inquest at Chesterfield Coroner’s Court held […]
The British Coin that attracted the masses at a U.S Auction.
Outstanding British Gold coin sells for phenomenal amount at auction Every once in a while, a coin will go to auction and find itself propelled into the numismatic spotlight. Sometimes […]
New Year New Hobby? Explore the Fascinating World of Coins!
Looking for a new hobby this new year? Why not explore the exciting world of coins? Here is a blog to get you started! Anatomy of the coin. Although exchange […]
Prince Charles: 70 years of The Prince of Wales – Happy Birthday
Today we celebrate the 70th Birthday of His Royal Highness Prince Charles. He was brought into the world on the evening 14th of November, 1948, at Buckingham Palace as the […]
Unsung Heroes of WWI: Eleanor Vachell
On the build up to remembrance day we are bringing you stories of unsung heroes from the Great War to remember those from both the front line as well as […]