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8 minutes ago, westminstrel said:
Indeed @NewCoins. The stock images of these coins sometimes do make them look flat.
Compare the stock image of the gold version vs the actual coin.
Wow. That looks fantastic
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10 minutes ago, westminstrel said:
That’s a gorgeous coin. John Bergdahl is one of the only RM designers (besides ex Jody Clark) whose designs are reminiscent of the intricate and detailed ones done by the 19th century engravers.
John Bergdahl also did the sixpence design which is lovely.
The other RM designers don’t come close - not even Timothy Noad. Although his 2022 Sovereign design is fine, it lacks detail and intricacy, and seems so simple, like he didn’t even need to “design” it; they could have just based the coin on any of the numerous versions of the Royal Coat of Arms already out there.
John Bergdahl is a bold designer. The other is Gary Breeze.
I didn't like this coin when it was released, the pictures didn't do anything at all for me.
It does look far better in the flesh, judging by these photos.
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29 minutes ago, Minimalist said:
He was using satire hence the WMD comment.
EDIT. Apologies misunderstood who you said was using satire.
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8 minutes ago, Minimalist said:
No ones claiming $20trillion worth of gold was stolen and the trillions of Oil, there is evidence shown and admitted that a lot of Gold was ordered to go to the US-led new Iraq government (clearly as payments). Plus, Halliburton had major stakes in Oil companies which were owned by **** Cheney AFTER Saddam got toppled on the WMDs lie.
The US put in a new gov, where the US (companies that are in direct relationship with the Pentagon) owned their major oil assets. Simple.
Western troops (US-UK) went in there to topple the government for elites to get wealthier.
The point being its old speculation.
The Libyan Chinese diplomat (the tweet shared) seems to imply the photos are rare. They aren't. He at least got that bit wrong.
Widely shared, for years, sometimes debunked.
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8 hours ago, sixgun said:
More speculation going on here.
Very old speculation. Rare photos ? Not at all.
https://www.rojakpot.com/united-states-stole-iraqi-gold-oil/2/amp/
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56 minutes ago, sjhdesmond said:
Jesus Christ.
I mean, seriously.
It was a joke.
But why let that stand in the way of a good conspiracy.
Fair play. And to @sixgunfor going off to do the research and watch the film.
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My Lion of england arrived today.
Cap Open, and I think I definitely fingered it trying to correct it.
It's going back and I will be cancelling my continuation order.
I have had enough of open capsules.
No pussy jokes. I already thought about it, and thought better of it!
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38 minutes ago, LawrenceChard said:
We @ChardsCoinandBullionDealer were offered some, but our experience is that platinum does not sell well in the UK, partly because of VAT.
Was there a particular coin you were interested in? We may be able to help.🙂
I was looking after they went on sale.
Not that interested at the moment, but keeping an eye on the trial pieces
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Just spent 20 minutes opening ALL of the boxes, what a pain!
I didn't receive them all today, but the 10oz portrait yesterday, and the 5oz portrait a few days back.
The set finally complete.
Now to put them all back in the boxes....
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Has anyone tried finding platinum proof platinum jubilee coins on ebay or whatever ?
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3 minutes ago, ArgentSmith said:
Received this message on eBay today, if only all buyers were so happy 😂
2oz ? He/she are easily pleased.
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I received my 10oz yesterday. A bit more dust inside than the 5oz.
Will be pairing them all up tonight and taking a good close look.
Finally, I am done with gothic crowns. It's been a slog.
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4 minutes ago, LawrenceChard said:
Is this OK?
(Credit to follow)
😎
The question is Lawrence, do you have more desirable coins in your shed?
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I was expecting the Tudor Beasts Lion today, but was pleasantly surprised to get the Gothic Crown Portait 5oz silver. Only waiting for the 10oz now.
I am very pleased with it so far. Not had the Loupe out yet though.
There seems to be something about these larger silvers. Small things such as less dust inside the capsules, the packaging, the larger coin helps the design imo. They just seem better quality.
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1 hour ago, paulmerton said:
I reckon James I will be another headshot, but with a bit more shoulder on show, until we eventually reach the@James32 coin which will be a pair of feet.
There are so many erotic things in that sentence, for some people I imagine.
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6 hours ago, westminstrel said:
Okay so I made time to do some research especially for @dikefalos, @NewCoins and @SilverJacks 😀
Firstly, James I had quite a few portraits during his reign (some are so detailed and gorgeous, despite being hammered coins, that it puts current RM designers to shame with their bland and easy designs!).
I have tried to narrow down my guesses to coins that use the exact same inscription specified in the Gazette entry.
IACOBVS · D : G : MAG : BRIT : FRAN : ET · HIB : REX ·
The coins also have all sorts of mint marks on the obverse, so it’ll be interesting to see if one of these are also reproduced or omitted.Here we go…
James I Unite. Second coinage, 1604-19; second bust. Lis mint mark.
James I Unite. Second coinage, 1604-19; fourth bust. Rose mint mark.
James I Double Crown. Second coinage, 1604-1619; fourth bust. Coronet mint mark.
The RM had sold one of these at one point, with a “rose to bell” mint mark (whatever that means).
James I Laurel. Third coinage, 1619-1620; first bust. Spur rowel mint mark.
Scottish Double Crown
As for my guess… I have none.I would love to see the Second coinage, second bust (the first pic above) because the portrait is so detailed and lovely. Also, the crown extends to the inscription and has an off-kilter but imposing presence.
However I think the RM will take the easy and safe path, and pick a design that is easy to replicate, like the Second coinage, fourth bust (second pic) or Scottish Double Crown (last pic) because the portrait is simple, and also fits neatly within the outer inscription circle.
What are your guesses? 🙂
Thats brilliant. Thanks.
You are a legend for sharing this stuff.
I would probably prefer the 2nd picture if pushed. But all look good.
Looking forward to it.
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17 minutes ago, James32 said:
.. far too many spot lights in your kitchen 😁
I raise you 12!
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51 minutes ago, westminstrel said:
Indeed that’s also true. I do like this series and would like to have the complete 21 coin set in 1 Oz silver.
At less than £100 per coin, it is an affordable way to collect a pretty nice series over 6 years.
I think its got the potential to be a great series. Fingers crossed.
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This is another thread I will be avoiding.
It's an important point you make. I suspect most people aren't interested in it.
It should be kept the the relevant parts of the forum.