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.
The Alternative A-Z Of Coins – Part 2
The Alternative A-Z Of Coins – Part 1
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. We begin, with the letters A to E.
Coin Collecting – Interesting Facts
Coin collecting…when did it begin in Britain? What is the most expensive coin ever sold in Britain? We are embarking on a coin journey, learning more about everything coin collecting. Read on…some facts may surprise you.
The Threepence – Queen Victoria to Decimalisation
The Threepence or “Thruppence” or “Thrupenny Bit”, as it has often been referred to, is one of the most recognisable coins in British coinage. It has a long history, with many different monarch’s portraits adorning its obverse, and numerous different designs to its reverse. Here we specifically take a look at the coin from the reign of Queen Victoria through to it ceasing to become legal tender due to Decimalisation in 1971.
The 2021 Diana 60th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range
Diana, Princess of Wales was a cultural icon and an inspiration to many for her humanitarian and charitable work throughout her life. And while she was only part pf the Royal Family for a relatively short time, she quickly forged a valuable and modern role for herself; with the changes she made still being felt today. This year we reflect on Diana’s life, on what would have been her 60th birthday…
The 2021 Diana 60th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range, the first ever to feature Diana, Princess of Wales
To commemorate what would have been the 60th birthday of Princess Diana, the ‘People’s Princess’, a brand-new sovereign range has been minted. Introducing the 2021 Diana 60th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range.
To celebrate the life and legacy of Diana, this sovereign range features the portrait of Diana on the reverse side in a demure pose – one that often belied her inner strength and tenacity. This is the very first time that Diana’s portrait has ever appeared on a gold sovereign, making this particular range a significant one for the sovereign itself.
This new sovereign range has been authorised by Ascension Island, and approved by both the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Buckingham Palace. The one-eighth is also limited to just 2,999 coins.
You can view the 2021 Diana 60th Birthday Gold Sovereign range here.