In our latest blog series, we take you through the world of numismatics one letter at a time, bringing you the coin terms, history and facts which make coin collecting a fascinating pastime. This time, we look at the letters K to O.
Benefits Of Shopping With Hattons Of London
Hattons of London is a trusted and respected specialist in rare and exclusive coins. But what can you expect when you place an order with us? Here, we take a look at the main benefits of shopping with Hattons of London…
Queen Elizabeth II 1971-2021 Decimalisation 50th Anniversary Set
Our Product of the Month for September brings them all together with a very special addition. Here, we take a closer look at The Queen Elizabeth II 1971-2021 Decimalisation 50th Anniversary Set – Mint State.
Sovereign – Discovery of it’s Anatomy
The modern sovereign is over two hundred years old, and in that time there have been many variations in design. There are certain characteristics however, that have always remained the same. Here, we take you through some numismatic terminology that makes up the anatomy of a sovereign.
The Alternative A-Z Of Coins – Part 2
How Queen Victoria Became Empress Of India
India has had a cultural impact on Britain for hundreds of years. You can see its influence in the food and drink that we can consume, and also in our language, with words like “pyjamas” and “shampoo” deriving from Urdu and Hindi respectively. But how did Queen Victoria come to adore a country that she never set foot in, and what role did the East India Company play? Here, we take a brief look back at how Queen Victoria became Empress of India.