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3 minutes ago, goldmember44 said:

This is their entry product to draw in customers, they don't make much profit on it. Instead, they will get you on their mailing list and try to sell you other more expensive stuff like proof coins.

3 minutes ago, Darr3nG said:

They just want your details...

Ahh, it's one of those 2/3 emails a day jobbies?Tempting price but not worth the hassle. 

Back to Atkinsons! 

On 16/06/2020 at 22:43, Hayden777 said:

https://harringtonandbyrne.co.uk/2020-united-kingdom-gold-uncirculated-sovereign-4412.html
£339 on Harrington and Byrne, price guaranteed for 7 days which is good too

"Max 1 Sovereign per household per year"

What's that all about? They don't want sales?? 

8 hours ago, Foster88 said:

It is still a full Troy oz 24ct gold. Looks can be deceiving.

I was impressed when mine arrived. The box alone is impressive.

You mean 1/4 oz? Otherwise you got the deal of a century! 

27 minutes ago, Troy77 said:

I rushed in posting this one. The gold standards were a good deal though. All sold out now. Some lunar rats left at a good price

Seriously regretting not getting in on those! I still keep looking at the Irish ones 🤔

7 minutes ago, Troy77 said:

https://www.bullionbypost.co.uk/full-sovereign-gold-coin/2-pound-gold-coin/2020-two-pound-gold-coin/

Even with 10% off its still cheaper to buy 2 normal sovereigns. Never bought anything from BBP as its so expensive. Clear to see where they spend their profits though....very user friendly website!

6 hours ago, Martlet said:

More premium from the cases i reckon.

That's a very good point which is often overlooked. This isn't just a coin you're buying, but a pretty nice box too! If you took into account the price of the box it's even more of a bargain. Some people even sell the COAs (but that feels a bit suspect). I guess if you buy this coin just for the weight it's worth stripping out the unnecessary baggage and sell it to reduce the £/oz even further. 

5 hours ago, Darr3nG said:

As discussed previously, the confusion over the weight (on the website) has not done any favours for this coin.

I bought one (at risk) initially, but now that it is confirmed 1/4 toz, I have setup Revolut and will (hopefully) buy many more; less concerned about the proof / resale value, as opposed to being a source of spot price gold.  

How easy was it to set up a Revolut account? And as its all online do you get a "digital card" number you can use straight away or have to wait for one in the post? Also confused how you top it up...just a bank transfer from your gbp account with a proper bank...surely that incurs fees? 

Sorry for the questions! 

It is very tempting! What's the fastest way to get a Euro debit card?? 😂

My predictions (Where's Wonger?):

1. eBay is going to be flooded with these over the next few weeks. 

2. Numistacker will get so many sent for grading they'll have a dedicated video.

3. We're all looking at setting up a Euro bank account 😆

So when is this crash coming Wonger? Stacking cash just waiting, but got an itchy trigger finger. 

How likely is it that we will actually see a crash soon? Currently holding off buying, but if it's not doing down I may as well get in now 😥

Thanks for all the advice guys. 

One thing I have noticed is the popularity of older sovereigns. See far more from early 1900's than I do from the last 20 years. Is there any particular reason for this?

1 hour ago, Melon said:

Perhaps this will help you decide which you prefer between 1/4 oz and Sovs. Probably not though 😄

Personally if premium is equal then I prefer 1/4 oz coins. However usually 1/4 oz trade at a higher premium than sovereigns, and I don't think it's worth paying a higher premium for what are ultimately bullion coins. 

That is one sexy looking pirate chest! You don't worry about the damage caused by them being loose? 

2 hours ago, HelpingHands said:

 

Thanks for the link. The world has changed a lot since November but still some good info, especially that comparison site! 

What's people's opinions on bairds? Reliable? 

Hi All, 

Been reading the forums for a while but this is my first post, so please excuse and daft questions. 

I have dabbled in silver and have some stacked for the future but want to get into gold. After doing my research I've come down on two options... Sovereigns or 1/4 oz coins. These fit with my budget, allowing me to purchase regularly and fit my comfort zone around liquidity and ease of selling should life throw a curve ball. 

I'm interested to know the opinion of more experienced gold buyers. Are sovereigns a better option despite the lower purity? Where's the best place to buy right now? Presumably a UK supplier is fine as there is no VAT on gold?

I keep reading people saying its a great time to get into gold, but also lots predicting a crash, so should I save the cash and hold out for the crash? 

Thanks in advance!