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EEC 50p kindly gifted by @blab

Also I'm doing really badly at my not buying PMs this month:

EEC 50p kindly gifted by @blab

Also I'm doing really badly at my not buying PMs this month:

EEC 50p kindly gifted by @blab

Also I'm doing really badly at my not buying PMs this month:

EEC 50p kindly gifted by @blab

Also I'm doing really badly at my not buying PMs this month:

Ooh lovely, always felt a bit conflicted over the art deco Una and lion, but it's definitely growing on me

That's a pretty comprehensive list from @sixgunI've got about half of them and some of the others from the monetary union including 20 lira from the Vatican. At risk of being shunned by other forum members I'd say they were more interesting than Sovereigns 

I’m collecting the 20 francs/ Latin monetary union coins.  I have 7 with another 5 on the way.  They’re great to collect.  There are so many different varieties and some beautiful coins.
Most are around bullion value.  There are a few that are a bit more expensive as the mintages are lower. The most expensive I’ve come across so far is the finish 20 markkaa which is around £400.  I’m yet to acquire this coin but I will one day!!  I’ve had quite a few from coininvest over the last few yrs at reasonable prices. Baird have a few too.
Some of the coins have some great history behind them expecially the angel and the early nepolian bonaparte francs.  Out of all my stack, the 20 francs are my favourite.  

British trade dollar:


Now riddle me this, it came with a COA but I can't figure out who it is that issued it? Anyone able to shed some light?

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Today I received ..... this tube of The 2013 S.S. Gairsoppa Silver Britannia Coins were the first in the Royal Mint’s S.S. Gairsoppa Silver Britannia series. Each coin has been carefully struck from actual silver recovered from the infamous S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck. The original 1,000 oz silver ingots recovered from the shipwreck have been refined by the Royal Mint and turned into these .999 pure 1/4 oz silver coins. These coins are available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
Coin Highlights:
Contains 1/4 oz of .999 pure silver.
Minted by the Royal Mint in Great Britain.
Part of the S.S. Gairsoppa series.
Available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
The image of Britannia has been associated with the British Isles since she was first minted on a coin in the first century AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian. Today, Britannia continues to be celebrated as a symbol of Britain’s illustrious history and might.
Each 2013 1/4 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Silver Britannia struck from S.S. Gairsoppa silver is in brand new condition and is stamped with its year, 2013. Each coin has been minted with 1/4 oz .999 pure silver. Owning this beautiful coin that is stamped with “S.S. Gairsoppa” along its outer edge is, indeed, like owning a genuine piece of British history. The obverse side of every coin showcases a profile view of Elizabeth II. The reverse, of course, reflects the beautiful image of Britannia as she stands along Britain’s shores with her helmet, trident, and shield.
 

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Another one for the antique silver pile. Young head half crown:

In all the excitement I forgot I also got an 1892, this seems to be in order was cheaper and is going in the case tonight. So the Jubilee Head date run is off to a shaky start.
 

Yeah and it wasn't a lucky dip, paid £169 based on year and condition, which by the way is very nice.

@JunkBond you could also do a specific gravity test. If it's too thick but low on weight that suggests it's a less dense material, so s.g. should offer a clear red flag

Quick photo method using loupe!
1871 Sydney large BP. Only posting it because I only have one other of these so clearly more rare! Definitely don't agree with Marsh ratings on a lot of coins.

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Another one for the antique silver pile. Young head half crown:

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown:

Another one for the antique silver pile. Young head half crown:

Spoke too soon, postie returned with this little corner of a crown: