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The most collectable Sovereign yet – Australia’s FIRST ever Piedfort Sovereign
The Gold Sovereign is undoubtedly one of the most famous gold coins in the world. It’s a classic piece of coinage that is coveted the world over and is highly sought after every year by thousands of collectors.
But have you heard of a Piedfort Sovereign? They’re incredibly rare and are some of the most highly sought-after issues I’ve ever seen – demand for the first UK Piedfort Sovereign was so high that it sold out within 24 hours!
Now, in its 165th year, the Perth Mint has created numismatic history by releasing the first ever Australian Piedfort Sovereign.
Crucially, there are three key reasons why this limited edition coin is set to be the most collectable and sought-after Sovereign ever issued…
1. It’s a piece of numismatic history
The Australian Sovereign is as close to a well-kept coin secret as you’re going to find. It’s been struck every year since 1855 to the same exact specification as the UK Sovereign.
Importantly, this is the very first time the Australian Sovereign has been struck to a Piedfort specification. This makes it a significant piece of numismatic history, as it is the first-of-its-kind to ever be struck.
But it’s not only the Piedfort specification that makes this coin historically significant. The classic Australian Sovereign design features a special one-year-only “165” privy mark, to mark the 165th anniversary of the first Australian Sovereign. The Sovereign is the ‘King of Coins’ so this superior issue couldn’t be a more fitting tribute.
These two facts alone make this issue incredibly desirable and will make it a priority for collectors in the future.
2. Superior, highly collectable specification
In the 12th century Piedforts were considered prestige pieces and ownership was often used to signify a person’s wealth and power. Today, Piedforts continue to be limited issues and striking of such pieces is reserved strictly for the most important events.
Struck on double thickness blanks, Piedforts are twice the weight and contain twice the amount of precious metal as their standard coin counterparts. They’re some of the finest examples of coin craftsmanship you’ll ever see.
What’s more, they have tiny edition limits and consequently fast sell-out rates. This makes them some of the most collectable coins around.
3. Sell-out all but guaranteed
I saved the most significant point for last. You see, when the very first UK Piedfort Sovereign was released in 2017, with an edition limit of 3,500, it completely sold out within 24 hours at the Mint.
Compare this to the very first Australian Piedfort Sovereign, with a worldwide edition limit of 350 coins. Yes, you read that correctly, JUST 350 single Australian Piedfort Sovereigns have been issued – that’s a mere TENTH of the number of UK Piedfort Sovereigns that sold out in 24 hours.
The high demand of Piedfort Sovereigns suggests that we are looking at a record-breaking sell-out.
If you’re interested…
As official Perth Mint distributors we have been fortunate to secure a limited number of these limited edition Sovereigns for UK collectors. Just 350 have been issued worldwide, making it ten times rarer than the first ever UK Piedfort Sovereign that sold out within 24 hours of release.
Considering that this coin is a numismatic ‘first’ very few will make their way out of Australia, meaning your chances of owning one are very limited. Don’t hesitate, click here for more information >>
Welcome to the Music Legends coin family, Elton John!
From Tiny Dancer, to Rocket Man, there’s no denying that Elton John has produced some of the most recognisable and popular hits the world has ever seen. His impressive resumé includes over 4,000 performances in over 80 countries, and in excess of 300 million record sales worldwide.
Now there’s a new addition to his CV: first ever appearance on a UK coin. This makes him the second British act to feature in The Royal Mint’s Music Legends series.
We’re delighted to provide you with all the details you need to know about this latest edition to the Music Legends family…
Design fit for a British icon
Importantly, this is the very first time that Elton John has featured on a UK coin. What’s more, the design has been approved by Elton John himself.
The design, by Bradley Morgan Johnson, features imagery that is synonymous with the star of the coin – Elton’s boater hat, bow tie and glasses. The design exudes a sense of fun and is an authentic tribute to the singer and his incredible career.
BU Pack
To give as many collectors as possible the chance to own the first ever UK coin to feature Elton John, The Royal Mint has issued it in Brilliant Uncirculated quality, which is coveted by collectors as it means each coin is free from any marks you would find on circulated coins.
Each one is protectively encapsulated in its attractive original Royal Mint packaging to preserve its quality for generations to come. What’s more, you can secure this BU Pack at The Royal Mint issue price of just £13 (+p&p). Click here to find out more >>
Half Ounce Silver Proof £1 Coin
The design has been issued expertly struck from half an ounce of .999 pure silver to a pristine proof finish. What’s most significant about this coin though, is its specification. That’s because the Half Ounce Silver Proof specification is very rare and tends to be reserved only for flagship Britannia issues. And even then, it is often reserved as part of a fractional set, not available as a single issue.
JUST 14,000 Half Ounce Silver Proof Coins have been released worldwide – certainly not enough for British collectors, let alone the worldwide interest guaranteed for this issue. It comes ready to display in an eye-catching bespoke Perspex presentation box and is available for The Royal Mint issue price of £60. Click here to find out more >>
1oz Silver Proof £2 Coin
There is one coin in the range that stands out above all others – it’s the 1oz Silver Proof £2 Coin. It is the ONLY coin in the range to have two special features:
- Colour printing – colour printing technology accents details within the design to make it stand out.
- Special edge inscription – a decorative star pattern and in incuse letters the inscription “ELTON JOHN”.
These two features make this coin unique, and easily makes it the most desirable coin in the range. It will be sought-after by knowledgeable collectors in years to come.
JUST 7,500 coins have been impeccably struck from one full ounce of .999 pure silver to a proof finish and issued worldwide. This is the same number as the Queen 1oz Silver coin that completely sold out earlier this year, so high demand and another sell-out is expected. It’s available today for £125. Click here to find out more >>
Celebrating Armed Forces Day!
The significance of Armed Forces Day never escapes me. Without the courage and sacrifice of the Armed Forces, the world we know and love would not exist. Whilst we never lose sight of how important the men and women of the Armed Forces are, today is specifically dedicated to showing our support and appreciation for all they’ve done and continue to do.
But this year, Armed Forces Day is perhaps more poignant than ever before. That’s because in 2020 we mark not only the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, but also the milestone 75th anniversary of VE Day and the end of the Second World War – the moment the world changed forever.
These anniversaries are amongst the most important in military history. And today is the perfect opportunity to reflect and pay tribute to all those involved.
In honour of Armed Forces Day, I’ve selected my top five military commemoratives that mark our military history and remember the incredible military personnel, past and present, who have helped shape the world we know today. Take a look below…
The VE Day 75th Anniversary UK £2 Coin
To mark the milestone 75th anniversary of VE Day, The Royal Mint authorised a brand new UK £2 coin for release. Victory in Europe Day, the day the Allies accepted the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany, signaled the end of the Second World War. To celebrate this world-changing moment, more than one million people celebrated on the streets of Great Britain.
The feeling of jubilation is captured perfectly by Dominique Evans on the reverse of this brand new UK £2 coin, which you can own today in pristine Brilliant Uncirculated quality and beautifully presented in bespoke Royal Mint packaging. Click here for more information >>
The Royal British Legion Armistice Commemorative
Designed and issued in partnership with The Royal British Legion, this commemorative has been inspired by Veterans from Bravo 22 Company. Drawing from their past experiences of their time in the military and from what they associate with the First World War and the Armistice, each Veteran created their own sketches for a commemorative design. These designs inspired this striking and poignant commemorative – a heartfelt and authentic tribute to their wartime experiences.
Importantly, by owning this commemorative you are supporting The Royal British Legion, and a donation will be made to them on your behalf. It is available to you today with a half price saving, just click here for more information >>
The Complete Victory 50p Collection
The remarkable new Victory 50p Coin Collection has been issued by the Isle of Man to mark the historic 75th anniversary of VE Day. Each coin has been struck to a Brilliant Uncirculated quality and depicts a design and letter reflecting victory during this important period – including Churchill with his iconic V for Victory gesture. Whilst each individual coin design is striking, it is as a complete set that the sense of victory and celebration really comes through.
Importantly, this is the only way you can own all seven of these poignant 50ps. Whilst a limited number will enter circulation on the Isle of Man, it’s unlikely many will make their way over to the UK. This makes these 50ps some of the most sought-after circulating coins around. Click here for more information >>
The 50th Anniversary of the 50p Military Collection
Issued by The Royal Mint, this collection of 50ps features five of the most iconic 50ps ever released to celebrate British Military history. The designs featured remember significant military events, from the Battle of Britain and D-Day to the Battle of Hastings.
Each coin is struck to Brilliant Uncirculated Quality, the quality coveted by collectors as it means the coins are free from any blemishes that you would find on the coins in your change. What’s more, the 50ps come beautifully housed in bespoke Royal Mint packaging that features information about Britain’s military history. Click here for more information >>
The Royal British Legion History of WWII Collection
The History of WWII Collection has been issued in collaboration with The Royal British Legion to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. It has been specially commissioned in this anniversary year to trace the story of World War II through original archive photographs of the time.
Together, the collection of commemoratives tells the story of WWII from the perspective of Air, Land and Sea, as well as the Home Front, allowing you to build a valuable history of the war, whilst supporting the work of The Royal British Legion in providing lifelong support for the Armed Forces community. This collection is available to you today with a half price introductory offer, click here for more information >>