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Coincraft is excited to announce the launch of its new video series, designed to bring the fascinating world of numismatics closer to enthusiasts and collectors. Richard, our esteemed founder, has set the stage with an engaging Introduction video that delves into the rich history and mission of Coincraft. His passion for numismatics is evident as he shares insights into the origins of the company and its commitment to offering exceptional coins and banknotes to collectors worldwide. Richard’s warm and knowledgeable presence sets a promising tone for this video series, ensuring viewers are well-acquainted with what Coincraft truly stands for. This initial video not only serves as a warm welcome to viewers but also sets the tone for what promises to be an enlightening and visually captivating series.

The head used on the George V farthing was the Sir Bertram Mackennal design used on the larger coins. The reverse carried through from the Edward VII farthing. The principal difference from the halfpenny and penny was that the 'modified effigy' introduced in 1926 continued through to 1936 instead of being replaced by a smaller version in 1928. The new reverse, also introduced in 1926, was a reduced version of that used on the penny and halfpenny from 1927 amd 1925 respectively.

Several varieties of the Hammered shilling were produced in the 1560s. All issues have a mintmark on the obverse and reverse. Learn more about the Elizabeth I Shilling in this Coin Collecting Tip.

Learn more about Charles II Halfcrowns, including provenance marks used and what grade to go for when acquiring an example.

The 1957 Sovereign was the first sovereign bearing Queen Elizabeth II's portrait that the public was allowed to buy. Learn more about the Queen's sovereigns in this coin collecting tip.

In the seventeenth century, the shilling was established as an important denomination. Read this coin collecting tip and learn more about the James I Shiling and what to look for when collecting the series.

With the Great Recoinage of 1816, the sixpence series was resumed. It featured a new design very similar to that of the shilling. Learn more about the history of this coin in this coin collecting tip.

In this coin collecting tip, we talk about the Groats minted during Edward IV's second reign. Read it to find out what mintmarks to look for when collecting the series.

The Edward VII crown, unlike previous crowns, only had one regnal date on all of its issues. Learn more about this coin on this coin collecting tip.

The reverse of the George V Sixpence was sometimes referred to unkindly as 'the garden of weeds'. Learn more about the history of this coin in this coin collecting tip.