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Since the first coin was made almost 3,000 years ago, precious metal coins have held great value in our hearts and pockets. However, this can sadly make them the perfect target for counterfeiters. There is nothing more heart-breaking than knowing your iconic collectors piece holds little to no value, so we’ve pulled together some tips on how you can stay ahead of coin counterfeiters.

If you have gold or silver coins and bars that you are thinking of selling, there are a few factors to bear in mind. Whether you decided to invest in gold sovereign coins or maybe even inherited a coin collection, working out when is the best time to sell your gold and silver can sometimes seem tricky.

If you're looking to invest in silver, there are some general guidelines to keep in mind when researching your options. Read our informative guide here.

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.