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The term "Piedfort coin" isn't something you're likely to be that familiar with, but you've likely held one before. Read on to discover more.

Once a crime punishable by death, coin clipping is less of a factor today. But what is this outdated practice, and how was it carried out? Learn more here.

Collecting coins is a long and storied tradition. Read this guide to understand what it means to be a "Numismatist", and how to get your collection started.

Much like most countries, the UK has a large reserve of gold that it keeps in order to pay off debts. Discover how much the UK currently possesses.

We've all seen her on our coins - but how many of us can say we know who or what Britannia is? Learn who this ancient figure is in our handy blog.

Gold bars come in a number of different sizes. But how much do they all weigh? Our handy guide explores that, as well as their value on the market.

The Britannia: exclusively minted by The Royal mint

Working out the value of a gold coin in the UK involves considering a range of factors.

Everyone knows how precious gold is, but how much does it weigh? Discover the difference between a regular and Troy ounce in our latest guide.

Coins come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes in the UK. Check out our educational library to understand all the different dimensions for yourself.