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Looking to purchase some silver coins but unsure which products to choose? Silver bullion coins have long been a popular choice for precious metals investors here in the UK and are believed by many to be an excellent way to provide a good investment in times of economic uncertainty. But what are the best choices out there in the silver coins’ market? The following guide lists five of the most popular silver bullion coins with UK investors.

Have you ever wondered about those mint marks on your gold and silver coins? In this article, we will explore why these marks matter, where they come from, and what they can tell you about the coins in your collection.

Gold bullion coins have long been a popular choice for precious metals investors here in the UK and are believed to be an excellent way to provide a stable investment in times of economic uncertainty. But which gold coins are the best to own? The following guide lists five of the most popular gold bullion coins with UK investors.

How much do you know about the world famous UK Britannia coin? Read our article to find out.

Gold sovereigns are one of the most popular investment coins available in the UK. The Sovereign coin as we know it today was first minted in 1817 as a British one-pound coin for circulation.

Investors and coin collectors are always interested in the value of their portfolio. Those who own gold Sovereign coins may search online to find out how much their coins are currently worth. While many articles may include a typical value of sovereign coins in a blog post, the value given may not be true at the time you are searching. By reading our advice below, you will learn more about how to find out the value of your sovereign coins.

What exactly is the gold standard, and would it be practical to rebuild an international gold standard? Read our complete guide here.

Newcomers to investing and collecting precious metals may be surprised to find that a different unit of measurement is used for gold and silver. The troy ounce is different to the regular ounce used to measure most goods, including food. In this blog, you will find out more about the troy ounce, the standardised measurement around the world for gold and silver.

New investors often ask us, why can’t I buy gold and silver at the spot price? The reality is that under normal circumstances gold and silver cannot be bought at the spot price as dealers charge markups, and the dealer also has a buy price and a sell price spread.

The South African Krugerrand coin is one of the world’s most prestigious and actively traded gold bullion coins, famous for its rich history and iconic design. This blog answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the Krugerrand.