News and Guides

Our team cover many topics around the gold and silver bullion market, including prices, market updates Atkinsons updates and our advice for buying and selling.
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Educational

What is a Piedfort Coin?

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.

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Collectors

Your Guide to Collecting Coins in the UK

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.

5 Minute Read
Gold and Silver Britannia Coins
Educational

The Britannia: Britain's Golden Symbol

The Britannia: exclusively minted by The Royal mint

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Rare-Coins
Historical

Your Guide to the Rarest Coins in the UK

Some coins are worth a lot more today than what they were minted for. Find out which coins are considered the rarest in the UK, as well as their value.

5 Minute Read
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Gold Coins

2023 UK Coronation Sovereign Gold Coin

Discover all of the information about the 2023 UK Coronation Sovereign Gold Bullion Coins featuring the crowned portrait of King Charles III.

2 Minute Read
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Factual

10 Of The Rarest And Most Valuable Coins in the World

What are the most valuable coins in the world? And what exactly makes them so valuable? Read this article by Atkinsons Bullion to find out more.

6 Minute Read
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Educational

Coin Grading – Is It Better to Buy Graded Coins?

If you are new to buying gold and silver bullion or coin collecting, you may have heard about graded coins. The grading system may seem a little daunting at first glance, but in this article, we will explain how and why coins are graded, as well as ascertain whether the grading process can make a significant difference to the value of a coin.

4 Minute Read
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Educational

Bullion Coins vs Proof Coins: What Is the Difference?

A question we are often asked, particularly by those new to investing in gold and silver, is: what is the difference between Bullion coins and Proof coins? If you’ve seen and heard these terms being used but are unsure what they mean, read on and find out about the difference between these coins.

3 Minute Read
Educational

What are the Mint Marks on Coins?

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.

4 Minute Read