A New Generation of Coin Enthusiasts

Coin Collecting

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II has marked the biggest change in public life that the majority of people have ever encountered. New coins bearing the portrait of King Charles III have now entered circulation and alongside those of his mother; the first time in two generations that there have been coins with two different monarchs in circulation.

Living through this significant moment of history will spark new interests for some, and Peter Hutchison, heritage British coin expert, has given his view on a new generation of coin enthusiasts…

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Q&A with Coin Designer Matt Dent

Coin Designer Matt Dent

Our latest release, The 2022 Tutankhamun Discovery 100th Anniversary Gold Sovereign Range, are the first ever gold sovereigns to feature a selectively enamelled design; deep black enamel to simulate the priceless treasures of Tutankhamun’s tomb emerging from the dark. The genius behind this approach is renowned artist Matt Dent, designer of the current British circulating coins, 1p to 50p.

We spoke to Matt about his journey through the creation of these designs, and here is what he had to say about what it was like to design this important gold sovereign ‘first’ series….

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The History of Coins at Christmas

Christmas

Did you know that traditionally, finding a sixpence in your slice of Christmas pudding is a symbol of wealth and prosperity for the coming year? Here at Hattons of London, we believe that coins can play a bigger role in the festivities, and we want to make sure the historical connection isn’t lost.

Here’s some little-known trivia about numismatics during Noel…

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