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So how much do we think is held by private citizens in the UK?
 
I'll say very low, much lower than the french population - perhaps half the amount.
Besides, nearly all of the UK forum members here have suffered at least one tragic boating accident. Otherwise, it could have been slightly more. 😬

Liking the art and wanting to support someone is 100% the key to enjoying what you invest in. An ISA will never bring the same joy! Plus you get the satisfaction of making profit and passing a beautiful thing on to someone else to enjoy when you sell (dealer fees aside of course). 
Paul Insect's work is fantastic! Slightly creepy and unhinged but that suits me fine 😂

Great question, thanks!
I go for modern artworks where I think the pieces have presence or some nostalgia and, as with any investment, it's about buying when no one else sees the value especially if you can get an original or very low print run piece. 
JJ Adams is a favourite for hanging art as he kind of exploded in popularity but really if I like it, see value in enjoying it and it's appeal to people in general then quality will always give a return. 
Do you have any favourite artists or styles?
 

Too late. 😀

Welcome to the forum. And to settle your dilemma : Sovereigns!
 

Welcome to the forum!

Hi All,
I Inherited a small coin collection just over a month ago, and in the process of researching the contents I unwittingly fell down the silver rabbit hole. What began as a passing interest quickly turned into a bit of an obsession.
I then proceeded down a path I suspect many have trodden before me. Bullion by Post, Atkinson's, eBay and now a hundred or so ounces later, Here. I seriously regret not finding here first.
Anyhow, looking forward to continuing to grow the stack and reading my way through the old posts. Seems like friendly place.
Cheers, Dan

Hello All,
I just got into stacking last year, bought a 25 tube of 2021 silver Britannia's. Quickly then bought the 2022 Gold Platinum Jubilee Proof Sovereign. And for Christmas my Nieces, Nephews and God kids got 1oz Britannia's.
I think I am interested in stacking as a way to potentially pass wealth on to my family. The collecting side, I am not too sure about, but I am quite a big fan of Her Maj, and feel like the Platinum Jubilee is a massive event, and the fact she won't be around for too long has me thinking this is a good time to buy collectables. The announced SOTD Sovereign has me very interested, I'll see if I can buy one in the queue, if not I don't think I'll be too upset. My next purchase after I'll try to get a SOTD or Proof of the new Monarch.
My goals, to see if I can get a good 10% of wealth in PMs, probably UK coins, and a good mix of silver (annoying VAT) and gold. Silver will be Britannia's, but I can't decide between gold 1/4oz Britannia's or full Sovereigns, and probably will do half and half. I am not too worried about the premiums on 1/4oz Britannia's. I like the divisibility, and the ability to be able to buy more regularly (averaging up and down the fiat price).
Anyway, I've enjoyed the YT videos, and pleased to see such an active forum.
Best, MC

Good evening Silver Forum community,
I am a newbie in the Forum! I have been collecting coins since I was a teenager (thanks to my grandpa), getting into the silver and gold one since 2014. I would say I am more a collector than a silver/gold hoarder, although the current times may be asking for a bit of silver/gold stacking!
Happy to learn more from you and have great interactions! Have a pleasant weekend!
fmadmarq
 

Hello everyone, I’m been stacking silver for two month now and looking to buy more and also start stacking gold where possible, cheers 

I received my 2020 reverse proof also. Just wish i had @platinreloaded's photographic skills!
 

Welcome to the forum. And until now I know what this forum is missing.... we need a closet-stacker place!  

hope that there are more than only 2 collectors out on  libertad island💘😂🤑🤩

 
 

Why do these people admit to it 🤦‍♂️ 
No sir, it’s been in my family for centuries only to be sold when a family member falls on hard times or lost in an unfortunate boating accident. 

I know they have unfortunately recently went up in price by €100 to €1100 but I got mine here 👇 and was very pleased with the service. 
Think it was a 8/9 day turned around from payment to delivery. Manager/owner even waved the delivery fee (€89)as I had just missed out on the lower price
https://sigma-verifiers.com/en/buy/original-pmv

@stefffana, I am very happy to hear about Thais' surgery and recovery! ❤️
I would still like to donate something to wish her well. Could I ask you to give her one of the coins when you see her next, as a gift from all of us at the Silver Forum - a lucky charm to remind her that we are thinking of her?
The other coin, I'd ask you to kindly send to Bully as a reminder of his overseas tour, happy memories I hope, and as a thank you for his service. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿  👊
 
I'll PM you to discuss details.

I am very humbled by your kind words @stefffana. Awsome I really hope the little girl loves the bar. I will be giving the bull to my son and I thank you on his behalf from the bottom of my heart.
Peace. 
Regards Bully🐮🍻😊

I see that this topic remained open, but no one has added anything from January 1st. I think you've all been waiting for me to conclude. Here I am again, I'm here, my friends!🤗
After losing the competition against @HerefordBullyun I fell into deep depression and anxiety. For days I did not recover, no matter how many antidepressants I took and no matter how many glasses of alcohol I drank. It wasn't until I mixed them that I felt better and I came to my senses, but it took me almost two weeks to learn how much Lorazepam for a glass of vodka and how much Xanax at a red wine bottle.
I will give you updates about Thais: her recovery after brain surgery is great, not needs more interventions. Her mother is very grateful for what you have done already for her daughter, so not more money needs. Thais said that she wants to have the silver bar from Uncle Bully, so I will give her in May when I will go home in holiday. I have already for a gold gift £275 from previous auction. If @Roy still want to buy from me the two coins "Bully collection" , I am more than happy to send them to him. @Roy will decide after will have them how much want to pay for. Please, send me a PM with address details.
About our winner 🏆, who offered his prize with a great generosity, what can I say?
I unilaterally decided to call him "The Man of the Year 2021". I don't know if others are in tune with my opinion, but for me he is indeed The Man. For this nomination I prepared the most beautiful trophy I found. In fact, that was the real reason for my silence, I waited to have it in my hand. See pictures.
It is a continental silver .800 statue, the marks are a little fainted, but passed the acid tests. And is beautiful. And yes, @HerefordBullyun, you deserve this trophy 🏆!🤗 I will contact you in private for address details. This prize should be in your hands until 31.01.22, to be in accord with terms of our original bet.
All the best, my friends, and the year 2022 to bring all of you only prosperity, health and joy!
Stefan.
 
 

Hello, i am a new member. Got a quarter Sovereign an a Sovereign to compared. Both capsules are equal size. 

Hi, New here, just been listening to Backyard Bullion who put me in touch with the forum. I'm recuperating from a foot operation over the next week so spending my time do research. We've been invest in gold and silver and so now want to make savings buying some vat free purchases at last! Great to see this forum exists and looking forward to learning and buying. Any advice is welcome as I've never been that good with forums in general so will hopefully work it out as I go along. Thanks, HANDF (Stands for Harry and Fenella)

Just landed! The one in a capsule is a double.

Took their time about it, but it is finally here!
https://www.royalmint.com/invest/bullion/bullion-coins/silver-coins/the-queens-beasts-2022-10oz-silver-bullion-coin/

I have always been taxed when i ordered silver from outside of the EU*. I did however found a secret method which was very easy to apply. Since I switched my method i got all my silver in free of import charges. 
I switched to buying locally.🤫
 
 
* In fact; I even get charged on VAT free gold when importing gold coins. So I might not be a good example to give advice on importing PM's  

Anyone read this? 
 
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/antitrust/bank-trio-paying-50-million-over-claims-they-rigged-gold-fix