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@Darr3nG

Available in the usual proof and bullion variations.
For the obverse impression the late Queen’s effigy with the inscription “· ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 200 POUNDS · 2022”, and for the reverse a depiction of the silhouettes of the band The Rolling Stones accompanied by the inscription “THE ROLLING STONES” and the dates “’62 – ’22”. The coin shall have a grained edge.’
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/notice/4179065

A big thanks to @Mtaybar for the 7 x 1/4 oz gold and @BullionBob for the 2005 1/2 sovereign. 

I think there is a danger of the sovereign losing its distinctiveness.  The RM now releases so many coins in so many sizes and varieties, the one thing that made the sovereign distinctive was St. George and the Dragon.

Same here. After 2023 I think I’m done with modern Sovs. While a change previously felt special, it now just feels gimmicky.
With the St. George and the Dragon design, the Royal Mint should be proud of a centuries old tradition and heritage that has managed to endure the test of time. It’s what makes the Sovereign so iconic - both to the UK and to the Royal Mint. It’s something to be proud of.
Instead, the Royal Mint seems to be varying the design at every opportunity just for the sake of it.
There are 100s of coins and ranges with annual variations - not just by the Royal Mint, but by numerous other Mints around the world as well.
I think the Sovereign risks losing its identity and becoming like any of these coin ranges out there.

Been on the forum a month now so figured I'd drop a photo in of progress to date and something I can look back on in a year or so ... ive had a few motivations for getting into stacking.  I've always invested and grown a small portfolio over the years, moving from short term, to being lazy and just riding with the ups and downs.  I moved to cash in time for the last financial crisis but even that hasnt seemed particularly sensible this time around, my situation is also different in that ive got a couple of kids growing up and I keep them more in mind with any saving I do.  Lastly there's a fair bit of pleasure to be had from owning some of the things you can buy - gold with the head, silver with the heart (and some of the head).  Ive tried to buy things that i think will stay reasonably desirable and be easy enough to shift.
Shout out to this forum for being a gem of information and opening up interests that i'd never have otherwise discovered, the membership has no doubt paid for itself already and kudos to the folks ive bought from, lots of high integrity people here.
I'll be pacing myself more going forward, the cost averaging went out the window so far, but pretty happy with the prices ive paid.  (drinking a bottle of sauv tonight, so maybe one last purchase, i do need that kg bar... and a gold QB/TB)
 
 

 

London Good Delivery Bar
I'd like to show my newly acquired 400 oz (13kg) 99.79% gold Bar. The Bank of England are allowing me to keep it in the Museum for free; to come and go whenever I like to touch it etc. However, last time, I tried to take it home, but failed miserably!
I can only dream, but my sprained wrist keeps waking me up! 😃

Heavy Metal Or What - Look What Arrived Today
 

I was expecting a Metalor gold bar delivery. why are they some silver bars in there?
At least there are another eight Mystery Boxes left to open!

-You don’t have to divulge the contents to anyone although you have to sign an agreement not to keep certain items in them. The only time you would have to divulge the contents is to an insurer if you wanted the contents insured.
-Which brings me on to the next point:  The  contents often arnt insured automatically - this can be rather expensive if you choose to buy it.
-Deposit boxes have no bearing on CGT as that would only arise when selling your metal.
-It’s worth the outlay in the respect you don’t have a pile of PMs hidden at home waiting to get robbed. I’ve had one for years and would never go back to not having one just for the peace of mind it gives me.
-Is it safe from HMRC? Probably not as you have to prove your identity/ address/ inside leg measurements to open one. 

-You don’t have to divulge the contents to anyone although you have to sign an agreement not to keep certain items in them. The only time you would have to divulge the contents is to an insurer if you wanted the contents insured.
-Which brings me on to the next point:  The  contents often arnt insured automatically - this can be rather expensive if you choose to buy it.
-Deposit boxes have no bearing on CGT as that would only arise when selling your metal.
-It’s worth the outlay in the respect you don’t have a pile of PMs hidden at home waiting to get robbed. I’ve had one for years and would never go back to not having one just for the peace of mind it gives me.
-Is it safe from HMRC? Probably not as you have to prove your identity/ address/ inside leg measurements to open one. 

-You don’t have to divulge the contents to anyone although you have to sign an agreement not to keep certain items in them. The only time you would have to divulge the contents is to an insurer if you wanted the contents insured.
-Which brings me on to the next point:  The  contents often arnt insured automatically - this can be rather expensive if you choose to buy it.
-Deposit boxes have no bearing on CGT as that would only arise when selling your metal.
-It’s worth the outlay in the respect you don’t have a pile of PMs hidden at home waiting to get robbed. I’ve had one for years and would never go back to not having one just for the peace of mind it gives me.
-Is it safe from HMRC? Probably not as you have to prove your identity/ address/ inside leg measurements to open one. 

-You don’t have to divulge the contents to anyone although you have to sign an agreement not to keep certain items in them. The only time you would have to divulge the contents is to an insurer if you wanted the contents insured.
-Which brings me on to the next point:  The  contents often arnt insured automatically - this can be rather expensive if you choose to buy it.
-Deposit boxes have no bearing on CGT as that would only arise when selling your metal.
-It’s worth the outlay in the respect you don’t have a pile of PMs hidden at home waiting to get robbed. I’ve had one for years and would never go back to not having one just for the peace of mind it gives me.
-Is it safe from HMRC? Probably not as you have to prove your identity/ address/ inside leg measurements to open one. 

-You don’t have to divulge the contents to anyone although you have to sign an agreement not to keep certain items in them. The only time you would have to divulge the contents is to an insurer if you wanted the contents insured.
-Which brings me on to the next point:  The  contents often arnt insured automatically - this can be rather expensive if you choose to buy it.
-Deposit boxes have no bearing on CGT as that would only arise when selling your metal.
-It’s worth the outlay in the respect you don’t have a pile of PMs hidden at home waiting to get robbed. I’ve had one for years and would never go back to not having one just for the peace of mind it gives me.
-Is it safe from HMRC? Probably not as you have to prove your identity/ address/ inside leg measurements to open one. 

-You don’t have to divulge the contents to anyone although you have to sign an agreement not to keep certain items in them. The only time you would have to divulge the contents is to an insurer if you wanted the contents insured.
-Which brings me on to the next point:  The  contents often arnt insured automatically - this can be rather expensive if you choose to buy it.
-Deposit boxes have no bearing on CGT as that would only arise when selling your metal.
-It’s worth the outlay in the respect you don’t have a pile of PMs hidden at home waiting to get robbed. I’ve had one for years and would never go back to not having one just for the peace of mind it gives me.
-Is it safe from HMRC? Probably not as you have to prove your identity/ address/ inside leg measurements to open one. 

Regarding the 2023 proof sovereign, I've just been in contact with my dealer (sounds a bit naughty!) who was correct about the unlimited mintages on the Memorial coins.  They think that the release of the 2023 proof sovereign has been pushed back to early next year because of the Queen's passing.  Let's see whether or not they are right on this one!

I don't usually have much of a life expectancy on discussion forums, but the banter and general good natured interaction minus toxicity on this forum has kept me here...  Yes, certain topics attract certain people, and those same people tend to avoid other topics which don't really interest them.  So what.
For my part, I'll still stick around for a while yet and if I see a coin or a collection for sale which really jumps out at me or if I have a connection to it from my own little collection I might comment on it even if I have no intention of purchasing.  Again, I have to say  so what.
Why should anyone be offended by this..??
Oh, and one other thing : if I happen to get my tinfoil hat on from time to time,  again I can only offer "So what"  !
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A few nice pick ups last week.

My first 1oz gold, courtesy of Chards, arrived today 🥰😁

Gold, Silver & Bronze today.  A lovely 1839 Victoria Proof Plain Edge Sixpence, a Charles I Groat & thank you @DuncanWylieWilson for the 1953 Elizabeth II South Africa Long Set.
Photograph's at the bottom are a comparison of the 1839 Plain Edge with my 1853 Milled Edge Proof Sixpence and nice to look at the four different Victoria Proof Sixpences- the Young Head’s and the 1887 Jubilee and the 1893 Veiled Head. 









 

A while since I posted on this thread. Thought I would share a very special coin. A 2022 pattern plain edge piedfort quarter sovereign. One of only 70 minted and one of only 12 graded as PR70 Ultra Cameo by NGC.
Stunning.
 

This little belter a timeless classic 
Cartier tank on a blue Cartier croc leather strap 

Plus postage? this is gold deals not binlord thread 🙊

"Which is the better coin from a resale/value point of view?"
Dunno!
"And is it the same for all gold coins"
Pass!
"or am I generalising too much?"
Probably!...
or possibly doing the opposite, and trying to overthink everything.
If for investment, buy gold coins at the lowest premium possible.
If for personal pleasure, just buy what you like best, and don't worry that it might not be the best investment.
As Bob Marley might have said:
Don't worry about a thing, 
'Cause every little thing gonna be all right. 
 
I don't know why he called it "Three Little Birds"
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V for Vendetta Mask - A LiquidMetals Triumph   This is a startlingly attractive and well-made piece by @LiquidMetalsUK, and James is to be congratulated.   I have had zero interest in cast or "tapped" silver and the like since joining TSF. This, however, is a true chef d'oeuvre of which the TSF silversmith should be inordinately proud. Bravo, maestro  - 2oz of pure .999 class.   Although a prototype, James has said he is unlikely to cast further examples. A mistake in my view, as I could see these being enormously popular with forum members.  This is a joy.

Todays deliveries.