We’re starting the new year with a brand new blog series for you; five facts about the Twelve Greatest Sovereigns. Each segment will feature one of the twelve greatest sovereigns and provide you with five facts which you may not have known! Let’s start with the King George III Gold Sovereign (1817-1820)…
A New Generation of Coin Enthusiasts
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…
The History of Coins at 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…
Q&A with a Heritage Coin Expert
During the festive period, many people decide to buy coins to kickstart their collection in the New Year, or to gift to their loved ones. In order to provide our new and existing clients with as much information as possible, we sat down and spoke to heritage British coin expert Peter Hutchison about all things coin related!
Find out what he had to say here…
Christmas Gift Guide: Coins under £150
Are you looking for the perfect gift for the coin collector in your life, or do you simply just want to gift yourself something this Christmas? We have rounded up our most popular coins that would make the perfect gift and are available for under £150…
QEII 1953 Coronation Coin and Stamp Set
Featured as our Product of the Month for October, we have the remarkable ‘Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Coronation Coin and Stamp Set’. This collectors set includes all ten British coins issued in 1953, and all four commemorative stamps issued for the coronation.