Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) is honored to have certified a magnificent group of coins that mark the historic transition of British coinage from Queen Elizabeth II to King Charles III. Stack’s Bowers Galleries in has partnered with The Royal Mint in London to offer the last 500 coins struck with the queen’s portrait and the […]
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French version of note from Harry M. Eisenhauer Collection leads auction at $132,000 An original and Uncirculated example of the first Canadian banknote to feature a portrait of the eventual Queen, Elizabeth II, sold for $132,000 USD to lead Heritage Auctions’ March 23 World Paper Money Signature Auction to $2,140,937. A Serial Number 7 […]
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By Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) …… The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has decided to update the $5 AUD banknote to feature a new design that honors the culture and history of the First Australians. This new design will replace the portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The other side of […]
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By Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) …… The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has decided to update the $5 AUD banknote to feature a new design that honors the culture and history of the First Australians. This new design will replace the portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The other side of […]
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By Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) …… The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has decided to update the $5 AUD banknote to feature a new design that honors the culture and history of the First Australians. This new design will replace the portrait of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The other side of […]
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By Nathan Elkins for American Numismatic Society (ANS) …… The recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II (r. 1952–2022) and the elevation of King Charles III has prompted questions about how the face of money will change in the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. This may seem like an odd line of inquiry to numismatists […]
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By Jay Turner for PCGS …… Recently, a circulated Australian 50 Cents coin crossed my desk. What would have the appearance of an ordinary, common coin was anything but that – it was a rarity for circulating Australian coinage. At first, what looks like a normal Australia 1977 50 Cents is a mint error with […]
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By Tyler Rossi for CoinWeek ….. Seemingly, a 20-second conversation was all it took to undo over 1,000 years of British numismatic tradition. In 1966, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jim Callaghan walked to Prime Minister Harold Wilson’s office for a short conversation, and when asked his opinion on decimalization the PM replied, “well why not” […]
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New coins depicting King Charles III are expected to be popular with the public and collectors when The Royal Mint strikes and distributes them, according to the Professional Numismatists Guild (PNG). However, the nonprofit coin dealer’s organization cautions that consumers and investors should know the difference between official legal tender and coins issued by countries […]
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Bi-metal coin available in special color pack – only 2,022 available Also produced in Proof Fine Silver with Goldclad® surround in a small issue limit of only 195 The Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of a brand new £2 celebrating 100 years since the end of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. […]
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HM Queen Elizabeth II By Bank of England ….. The Bank of England’s staff wish to express their heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, following news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Governor Andrew Bailey said: “It was with profound sadness that I learned of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. […]
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New 50p coin commemorates the 70th Anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Accession Incorporates the official Emblem for the Platinum Jubilee Featuring the first effigy issued at the beginning of Her Majesty’s reign by Mary Gillick OBE Also produced in Proof Sterling Silver with a small issue limit of only 170 The Pobjoy Mint […]
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The Royal Mint has revealed a special collection of coins to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s reign Each design in the collection is united by Her Majesty The Queen’s signature – the first time Her Majesty’s signature has featured on UK coins during her reign The coins in the collection are available in a […]
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Released on behalf of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Produced in Unc. Cupro Nickel Diamond Finish with a low issue limit of only 2,700 and presented in a special color pack Also available in Proof Sterling Silver with an exceptionally low issue limit of only 170 The Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce […]
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By Atlas Numismatics …… Atlas Numismatics is pleased to offer our latest selection of coins and medals for your consideration. We hope that you may find something of interest for your collection and look forward to hearing from you if have any questions. Atlas Numismatics remains actively interested in purchasing individual items and whole collections if you […]
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Also available in Proof Sterling Silver, with an exceptionally low issue limit of only 170 The Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of a second coin to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on behalf of the British Virgin Islands. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was born in […]
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New 50p coin commemorates the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession Cupro Nickel Diamond Finish coin available in special color pack – only 2,700 available Also produced in Proof Sterling Silver with a small issue limit of only 170 The Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of a brand new […]
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The Royal Mint has unveiled the design of a new commemorative 50p to mark Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, which is the first 50p to celebrate a royal event The design has been revealed 70 days ahead of the anniversary of the Queen’s Accession on 6 February 1952, featuring the number 70 and the […]
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By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek …. Link to Part 1 5.) Irene of Athens Like much of the Middle Ages, the history of the Byzantine Empire is fascinating and complex. Unfortunately, it’s not a familiar topic to many Americans. Numismatically, it’s an exceedingly rich field of study, and the next woman […]
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New series of £2 bimetal coins featuring the Queen’s Beasts issued on behalf of British Indian Ocean Territory Fourth release of a 10-coin series featuring “The Red Dragon of Wales” Low issue limit of 2,750 Also available in Proof sterling silver with an incredibly small issue limit of 475 Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce […]
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Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of the second coin in the stunning new series of £2 bi-metal coins featuring the Queen’s Beasts. The coin, issued on behalf of British Indian Ocean Territory, features the White Greyhound of Richmond. The White Greyhound of Richmond is best known for bearing a shield of Tudor […]
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Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of the second coin in the stunning new series of £2 bi-metal coins featuring the Queen’s Beasts. The coin, issued on behalf of British Indian Ocean Territory, features the White Greyhound of Richmond. The White Greyhound of Richmond is best known for bearing a shield of Tudor […]
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Canadians and well-wishers across the United Kingdom can celebrate the 95th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with a special coin set featuring fine silver keepsakes crafted by both the Royal Canadian Mint and Britain’s Royal Mint. Canada’s tribute to our shared sovereign’s personal milestone consists of a pure silver coin featuring a detailed […]
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II celebrates two birthdays each year: her actual birthday on April 21 and her official Birthday on June 10. To commemorate her 95th Birthday, The Pobjoy Mint has produced a new 50 pence coin on behalf of the British Indian Ocean Territory. The coin features the Royal Coat of Arms of […]
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An extremely limited release with a history of selling out at The Perth Mint, this prestigious 1.5oz bi-metal coin is crafted from equal parts gold and platinum. The innovative coin depicts a swooping eagle in the latest addition to John M. Mercanti’s celebrated Australian Wedge-tailed Eagle coin series. Struck by The Perth Mint from 3/4oz […]
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The Royal Australian Mint will begin phasing out the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2019. The end of an era for Australian currency, the Ian Rank-Broadley design has been proudly included on the obverse of Australia’s coin currency since 1998, and was the fifth effigy of the Queen to be […]
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A new portrait of Queen Elizabeth II (top) appears with the design now being phased out (bottom) on a new Australian dollar coin.
The queen isn’t in the altogether. Not that the portraits of Queen Elizabeth II gracing Australia’s past coinage have ever been risqué, but the coins about to be introduced will depict Her Majesty with her shoulders covered
Paper Money Denominations Updated by Coinweek Staff July 24, 2018 ……. Ever wonder what the highest-denomination paper money banknotes are in the world’s top-producing nations based on GDP? At a time when terrorism and other criminal activities increasingly have the attention of international police and regulatory agencies, there is greater pressure on authorities to eliminate the […]
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Royal Canadian Mint continues to honor history and heritage on new collector coins The Royal Canadian Mint has released two finely crafted tributes to unforgettable chapters in our military history. The 2018 $20 Fine Silver Coin First World War Allied Forces: Newfoundland honors the future province’s brave contribution to the Allied victory, which helped end […]
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Featuring a portrait of the Queen on horseback, one of these limited edition coins was donated to equestrian charity, The Horse Rangers Association, at a ceremony in Hampton Court
Collectibles firm The Bradford Exchange has released a brand new gold quarter sovereign to commemorate the Queen’s Sapphire Coronation Jubilee, marking Her Majesty’s incredible milestone when she became the first British monarch to reach the 65th anniversary of their coronation on Saturday 2nd June. The 2018 Gold Quarter Sovereign features a portrait of the Queen on horseback, recalling a similar image which was used on the first commemorative coin of her reign, the 1953 Coronation Crown, and then on subsequent coins celebrating her Majesty’s Jubilees over the decades
On June 2, 1953, the attention of millions of people worldwide was on Westminster Abbey for the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following the death of her father, King George VI, just over a year earlier. To commemorate this historic event, Pobjoy Mint is releasing a very special coin on behalf of the […]
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Plus, “Light Bulb” Privy-Marked Silver Maple Leaf bullion boin with MintshieldTM technology now available The Royal Canadian Mint has crafted a curved silver coin to commemorate North America’s first officially recorded baseball game. The scene, which played out in a Beachville, Ontario pasture on June 4, 1838 as local amateur teams faced off in the […]
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APMEX, Inc. is excited to introduce the latest release in The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beasts series, which has seen continued popularity since its initial launch. In 2016, The Royal Mint introduced a new Gold and Silver series celebrating the British Monarchy and the centuries of fascinating heraldry that has been a part of their story. […]
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The government and treasury of the British Antarctic Territory have issued (27th February) new titanium coins which feature one of the territory’s most recognisible feathered inhabitants — the blue petrel. They are often spotted in the region from the southern tip of South America to Northern Argentina and, of course, near the northern point of the Antarctic Peninsula — part of the British Antarctic Territory
Among the numismatic treasures that will be featured in the upcoming inaugural exhibit of rarities from the privately owned Tyrant Collection (www.TheTyrantCollection.com) will be the largest display of English proof sets ever presented in the United States, including the complete proof set of 1746, the first ever struck as a set by The Royal Mint. […]
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Available in Proof 1/25oz Fine 999. Gold Featuring a striking image of a Lion & Unicorn Limited to 750 Gold and 2,000 Silver coins worldwide Exclusive Pobjoy Portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II The Coin This striking reverse features the Lion and the Unicorn, which signify the United Kingdom and the Royal Family. As Prince […]
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The Royal Mint has launched (29th January) a new five-pound crown coin in recognition of the rare instance of four generations of the royal family who are in line to the throne, which is presently held by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Not since 1894 has there been four generations of the royal family who were in succession to the throne at the same time
By Coinweek Coin News Wire …. Coin News Wire for February 2, 2018 Brain Food 1.) When paper money was as risky as bitcoin The first paper money notes in these parts were issued by the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1690. That caught the attention of London. In 1740, when the Massachusetts Land Bank wanted to […]
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Platinum Wedding Anniversary HM Queen Elizabeth II & HRH Prince Philip Featuring the Exclusive Double Effigy Obverse! New Ultra-High Relief Dished coin Celebrating the lives of two long-serving Royals 1oz Piedfort coin available in 999. Proof Fine Silver (2oz Total Weight) The Coin Our Ultra-High Relief coins are always incredibly desirable and usually sell out! […]
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By Royal Australian Mint …… To commemorate the momentous occasion of the Royal 70th wedding anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, two special collectible coins have been released by the Royal Australian Mint. Acting Chief Executive Officer Ms. Sarah Polhill said that the Mint chose to combine […]
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Anniversary of HM Queen Elizabeth II & HRH Prince Philip Honored with Piedfort Silver Featuring the Exclusive Double Effigy Obverse! New Ultra-High Relief Dished coin Celebrating the lives of two long-serving Royals 1oz Piedfort coin available in 999. Proof Fine Silver (2oz Total Weight) The Coin Our Ultra-High Relief coins are incredibly desirable and usually […]
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Canadian symbols and cultural icons grace the newest offering of modern collector coins from the Royal Canadian Mint, which also shine a spotlight on a number of historic milestones. All of these collectibles are currently available to the public. Leading the list is the 70th wedding anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His […]
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70 oz State Opening of Parliament – Platinum Wedding Anniversary Limited to an issue limit of just 70 pieces – OVER HALF SOLD! 70oz Proof Fine 999. Silver coin measuring an impressive 130mm in diameter! Encrusted with 70 Diamonds with a total weight of 1 Carat! Featuring the Exclusive Double Effigy Obverse! Featuring a portrait […]
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Centenary of the House of Windsor set features four different monarchs Four-Coin Set featuring the House of Windsor Low mintage of 2,000 in Sterling Silver! Featuring HM Queen Elizabeth II young head Also available in Cupro Nickel Produced in Great Britain by Pobjoy Mint The Coins The House of Windsor has had a monumental impact […]
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A new month brings another extensive array of Royal Canadian Mint collector coins that continue to impress customers with their signature craftsmanship as well as exciting innovations. Extreme relief, new shapes and novel coin enhancements are among the stand-out features of several new coins that are bound to turn heads in a diverse line-up that […]
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2017 Royal Cypher – Queen’s Sapphire Jubilee Celebrating the first ever Sapphire Jubilee of a British Monarch Beautiful Cypher of HM Queen Elizabeth II design 1,952 Issue Limit to reflect the year of accession Produced in Britain by Pobjoy Mint manufacturer of luxurious coins The Coin The design on the coin features the Royal Cypher […]
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Pobjoy Mint final coin in series Featuring The Queen & The Duke of Edinburgh’s Coat of Arms Issued in Diamond encrusted Platinum! Celebrating the lives of two long serving Royals Produced in Britain by Pobjoy Mint manufacturer of luxury coins The Coin The two coat of arms depicted on the reverse of this coin are […]
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APMEX, the nation’s largest Precious Metals e-retailer, is thrilled to announce the arrival of the first-ever 1 oz Platinum bullion coin from The Royal Mint. When Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was crowned June 2, 1953, 10 heraldic beast statues stood watch at the ceremony, representing the different houses joining in Her Majesty’s royal ancestry. […]
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APMEX, the nation’s largest Precious Metals e-retailer, is thrilled to announce the arrival of the first-ever 1 oz Platinum bullion coin from The Royal Mint. When Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was crowned June 2, 1953, 10 heraldic beast statues stood watch at the ceremony, representing the different houses joining in Her Majesty’s royal ancestry. […]
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The Royal Mint is to launch a special commemorative coin to celebrate the contribution to public life of The Duke of Edinburgh, in recognition of the almost 80 years he has spent in selfless and dedicated service to his county and to Her Majesty The Queen. To mark the occasion, His Royal Highness, The Prince […]
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The latest selection of collector coins from the Royal Canadian Mint continues to celebrate Canadian tradition and identity with themes ranging from Canada 150, military service and our renowned natural heritage. These new collectibles, featuring a variety of innovations, are now available for purchase. In continuing its $20 fine silver coin series honoring important Canadian […]
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The Royal Mint has issued an official range of commemorative £5 coins to mark the centenary of the House of Windsor. The coins feature a depiction of Windsor Castle based on the badge of the House of Windsor – a design originally approved by George VI. The House of Windsor came into being in July […]
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Pobjoy Mint introduces coins from Falkland Islands, British Virgin Islands and more Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Prince Philip have had an astonishing life together and have dedicated their lives to the duty of monarchy. The couple first met at the Royal Naval College in Dartmouth in 1939 when the Queen was […]
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By Coinweek …. CoinWeek News Wire for February 24, 2017 Brain Food 1.) Coins tell tales of kings, their fancies The longest reigning ruler Aurangazeb changed his monetary system so many times in his 49 years of reign that numismatist and author of the book South Asian Coins and Paper Money, Rajender Marudhar, says that […]
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On February 6, 2017, HM Queen Elizabeth II achieved her Sapphire Jubilee—the 65th anniversary of the day she became queen. The head of state of the United Kingdom and 15 other Commonwealth realms, she is not only the United Kingdom’s longest-reigning monarch but the longest-reigning queen-regnant and female head of state in world history
On February 6, 2017, HM Queen Elizabeth II achieved her Sapphire Jubilee—the 65th anniversary of the day she became queen. The head of state of the United Kingdom and 15 other Commonwealth realms, she is not only the United Kingdom’s longest-reigning monarch but the longest-reigning queen-regnant and female head of state in world history
The Royal Mint have launched (30th January) a new series of large-size gold and silver coins that mark the 65th year since HM Queen Elizabeth succeeded to the British throne—her Sapphire Jubilee. To date, only Queen Elizabeth II has reached this milestone date
The Royal Mint have launched (30th January) a new crown coin that marks the 65th year since HM Queen Elizabeth succeeded to the British throne on the 6th February 1952. Her coronation followed the untimely death of her father, King George VI, who had reigned just 17 years
The Royal Mint have launched (30th January) a new crown coin that marks the 65th year since HM Queen Elizabeth succeeded to the British throne on the 6th February 1952. Her coronation followed the untimely death of her father, King George VI, who had reigned just 17 years
The Royal Mint have launched (30th January) a new series of large-size gold and silver coins that mark the 65th year since HM Queen Elizabeth succeeded to the British throne—her Sapphire Jubilee. To date, only Queen Elizabeth II has reached this milestone date
The Queen’s 90th Birthday 2016 UK Gold Proof Kilo Coin On January 30, samples of some of the thousands of coins produced by The Royal Mint over the last year will be going on trial at the Trial of the Pyx, an ancient annual quality assurance ceremony. Among them will be the new £1 coin, […]
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The Pobjoy Mint honors Queen Elizabeth II’s reign with $10 British Virgin Islands silver coin ‘Doubled-Headed’ Coin Celebrating the first ever Sapphire Jubilee of a British Monarch Exclusive Incuse Portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II 1,952 maximum mintage to replicate the year of accession The Coin Queen Elizabeth II is unique in that she is […]
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By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek …. Don’t worry. This isn’t an essay on literary theory, or some nostalgic lament. Instead, we’d like to take a moment to explain something critical to our understanding of the stylistic and political implications behind what’s known as the Modern Era of U.S. coinage, and how that […]
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The Royal Mint’s second release of The Queen’s Beasts Series – The Griffin – is now available at APMEX! The Griffin of Edward III is the second beast to be featured in the 10-coin series from The Royal Mint. Jody Clark, acclaimed coin designer for The Royal Mint, is the talent behind the Queen’s Beasts […]
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By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for CoinWeek.com …… 20th-century Canadian quarters are among the most widely collected types of world coins. Incorporating the portraits of five different British rulers and offering an exciting array of options and key dates, Canadian quarters dating from 1901 through 2000 provide even the most seasoned numismatists with a plethora of collecting […]
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The Royal Mint Limited has announced its annual results for 2015-2016, reflecting the highest revenue in the 1,100 year history of the organization in financial terms. Significant growth in the precious metal trading activities of the company’s Bullion division made a major contribution to this outcome, with increased competitiveness in the US silver market at […]
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The Royal Canadian Mint is joining Canadians in celebrating the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with the launch of a colourful silver collector coin combining royal and Canadian imagery. This coin was unveiled on April 20 by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada and Royal Canadian Mint […]
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By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for Coinweek ……. Two new British commemorative coins–honoring Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday and famous children’s book author Beatrix Potter, respectively–are stirring excitement among coin collectors and the general public. The commemorative £5 pound coins honoring the monarch’s birthday are enjoying jubilant popularity – especially since Elizabeth is the first British monarch […]
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In celebration of the Gumnut Babies‘ centenary, The Perth Mint has released a superb commemorative coin featuring original illustrations of one of Australia’s most treasured children’s authors, May Gibbs. Struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver, the coin is housed in the cover of a specially commissioned limited-edition book, which contains a collection of Gibbs’ […]
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The Royal Mint has been recognised as finalists for three International Association of Currency Affairs (IACA) 2015 Excellence in Currency Awards at the recent Coin Conference in Madrid. The two-day Coin Conference is the only event specifically focused on coins and was attended by around 250 delegates from across the industry and around the world. […]
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By Pobjoy Mint…. To celebrate the 800th Anniversary of the Signing of the Magna Carta, Pobjoy Mint is delighted to announce the release of a stunning new commemorative dished coin on behalf of the Ascension Island Government. The Magna Carta is one of the most well-known documents in English History. It was not meant to […]
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By Pobjoy Mint…. Pobjoy Mint is pleased to announce the release of a beautiful new coin on behalf of Ascension Island that commemorates the 275th Anniversary of the Composition of “Rule, Britannia!”. The patriotic British song “Rule, Britannia!” originated from a poem written by James Thomson of the same name and was set to music […]
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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd was the centre of the numismatic world on September 25, as Auction 96, held at 399 Strand in London, saw no less than TWO world records broken A packed and palpably excited standing-room-only auction room watched on as two major lots, both pertaining to Queen Victoria, garnered bids from […]
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The Royal Mint is to release a strictly limited number of 750 Five-Sovereign Piece 2015 Brilliant Uncirculated coins for connoisseurs of The Sovereign to add to their collection. The largest coin in the Sovereign range, The Five-Sovereign Piece 2015 bears Benedetto Pistrucci’s classic St. George and the dragon reverse design. Appearing for the first time […]
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With the approval of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, The Perth Mint has released Australia’s official commemorative coins to mark the birth of Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge. Struck from 1/4oz of 99.99% pure gold and 1oz of 99.9% pure silver, each tribute features a portrait of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge […]
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The Perth Mint has released a new Australian Funnel-Web Spider bullion coin to enhance its new theme of deadly animals now featured on the nation’s investment coin issues. Meticulously struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver, the latest edition to the Australian Bullion Coin Program has been released on the success of the 2014 Saltwater […]
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By The Royal Mint…. Following the unveiling of the new coinage portrait of Her Majesty the Queen, The Royal Mint has released the definitive fifth portrait first edition and combined ‘first and last’ edition annual sets, continuing the celebration of what is recognized as a vintage year for UK coins. The Fifth Definitive Coinage Portrait […]
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The Royal Mint has today (March 2, 2015) unveiled a new coinage portrait of Her Majesty The Queen, giving the general public the first glimpse of the image that will soon be a familiar sight on coins in the United Kingdom. This is only the fifth definitive portrait of The Queen to appear on our […]
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The Royal Mint has today (March 2, 2015) unveiled a new coinage portrait of Her Majesty The Queen, giving the general public the first glimpse of the image that will soon be a familiar sight on coins in the United Kingdom. This is only the fifth definitive portrait of The Queen to appear on our […]
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By The Royal Mint…. The Royal Mint has unveiled the theme of its third United Kingdom £20 for £20 coin as the great British statesman Sir Winston Churchill. Twice Britain’s Prime Minister, and renowned the world over for his unyielding leadership and formidable character, Churchill is regularly voted as the ‘Greatest Briton’ in public […]
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