Summer has arrived, and with it comes a wave of excitement! We're delighted to unveil our latest additions to the June stock, meticulously curated to bring fresh and invigorating options to your collection.
We are featuring the George IV, Bare Head Halfcrown Very Good,was only issued from 1824-1829, after all his was a very short reign of only ten years. For coin enthusiasts, the allure of this sterling silver piece lies not only in its limited issuance but also in the rich history it represents. The coin's short production span makes it a prized addition to any collection, embodying a distinct era. Also, the Charles III,2024 Royal Coat of Arms 1 ounce,this remarkable coin showcases a meticulous reinterpretation of The Royal Arms by the heraldic artist Timothy Noad. With a strictly limited mintage of just 100,000 coins globally, it stands as a rare and coveted piece for collectors. Furthermore, Charles III £2 2024 Beowulf & Grendel Silver Ounce, 1-ounce, 999 silver coin showcases an exquisitely crafted image of the legendary warrior Beowulf in a fierce battle with the menacing swamp monster Grendel.
In addition to these exciting new coins, we also invite you to explore our wide range of collectables, including British, world, medieval, hammered, and ancient coins, medals as well as first day covers.
Make sure not to miss out, as there is limited stock availability!
Issued in 2005 for the 25th World Food Day on the 16th of October, this handsome very high relief art medal was issued by the United Nations in Rome. It was issued by the FAO or Food For All Organization. It has some wheat growing out of an open book and the other side has a globe with a cartouche. One of the highest relief medallions that I have seen and making it must have been quite difficult. They are Uncirculated and struck in bronze with a light golden finish.
This crown cover was issued for the 50th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s first stamps, 1952-2002. The cover has a 50p stamp and a 1st class stamp with a picture of St. James’s Palace. But, most important, is the crown in the cover which is a $1 dated 2002 from Fiji showing Westminster Abbey on the Queen’s Coronation.
We have just bought a huge collection of gold and silver plated, mostly crown-sized, coins but because they are all different we can’t really list them all but what we are doing is offering them in groups of 5. They are from all over the world and are struck in proof-like BU and each come in a capsule. They are mostly royalty related, commemorating events from the reign of Elizabeth II and other Windsor family members. They are also priced to sell.
Although the French Revolution began in 1789, Louis XVI remained on the throne as a constitutional monarch until September 1792, and not as the absolute ruler he had been before. The old “livre tournois” remained the currency until it was replaced by the franc in 1795, so these 2 sol coins were the last of his reign. Struck only between 1791 and 1793, they show the image of the king with his new title of “King of the French”. The obverse shows a Liberty Cap on a fasces against a background of an oak wreath. These coins are very well worn and are only being offered in Fair condition, but they are definitely of great historical interest. FFR9953 Lous XV.
Gallienus ruled as sole emperor from A.D. 260-268 during one of the most difficult times in the history of the empire. Not only was the empire facing natural disasters and invasions on all sides but he had to face at least 8 rebellions from his own governors and generals! He issued a fantastic group of bronze Antoniniani coins to honour the Gods, asking for their protection against these troubles. We sold out of these coins last time but we managed to buy a small group of the winged horse, Pegasus, rearing on its hind legs. These are designed to honour Sol, the personification of the sun. These are linked to the protection of the games that were run in all the Gods honour. The coins are Very Fine but because of the chaos at the time remember they may be a little weakly struck.
Born in 218 AD, Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus grappled with the challenges of the Crisis of the Third Century during his reign as Roman Emperor. He faced invasions by barbarian tribes, numerous usurpers, and the loss of various provinces from the Empire. Responding to the crisis, Gallienus adopted a strategy of co-emperorship, appointing several co-rulers to help manage diff erent regions of the vast empire. However, this move, aimed at restoring stability, challenged his authority and contributed to the tragic death of his sons. Despite his efforts, Gallienus’s reign was marked by ongoing turmoil, and his life came to an abrupt end in 268 A.D. when he was assassinated during a coup. Nonetheless, historians acknowledge Gallienus for extending the empire’s existence by another 208 years. The Antoninianus coins we are offering, featuring exquisite silvering and either a standing or sitting figure on reverse, providing a glimpse into the earlier years of his reign when the silver content was more significant as towards the end of his reign they had reduced to around 6% silver, making these examples particularly scarce, they come in Very Fine grade.
The bare head halfcrown of King George IV was only issued from 1824-1829, after all his was a very short reign of only ten years. Struck in Sterling Silver, dates of our choice but we have a very limited number of the George IV bare head halfcrowns available in Fair condition. They have seen a lot of circulation but then again they are about 200 years old. Not an easy coin to find.
The bare head halfcrown of King George IV was only issued from 1824-1829, after all his was a very short reign of only ten years. Struck in Sterling Silver, dates of our choice but we have a very limited number of the George IV bare head halfcrowns available in Very Good condition. They have seen a lot of circulation but then again they are about 200 years old. Not an easy coin to find.
In the middle of Henry III’s reign, in 1247, a new penny called the “Long Cross” Penny was struck. They were struck at 20 mints across the country, most being struck at London. The obverse has a portrait of the King, the reverse depicts a “Long Cross” extending to the edge of the coin, this allowed the mint (and possibly traders) to cut pennies into halves and quarters and used as change. We’re offering these fascinating medieval Cut Halfpennies in Fine condition at £32.50 each. Please Note: PHOTOGRAPHY IS REPRESENTATIVE OF THE COIN SUPPLIED
