2020 Una and the Lion

[westminstrel]

Silver 2oz is sold out at the RM again. It’s almost more fun to see what’s happening with these coins 😋

[magpie79]

I grabbed a silver from cc on the minute they was released , then I couldn’t resist buying a another from rm at the last minute when they showed stock again yesterday 

keeping one and flip the other at some point 

[Ceaiu]

My package from RM should arrive today. A silver Una and the Lion, and Britannia silver proofs from 2018 and 2019.

Really agitated since reading about the QC and packaging issues.

[westminstrel]

I’m still dithering with the 2oz silver 😐

[AndrewSL76]

13 minutes ago, westminstrel said:

I’m still dithering with the 2oz silver 😐

It’s one of the most beautiful coins I have ever owned. I have had some stunning coins in the past but this one really is absolutely beautiful. I reluctantly sold some previously but I don’t think I’ll ever sell this one. 

I looked at it under a strong light this morning and the detail is simply stunning. It’s beyond doubt perfect and would grade PF70. 

My only quibble in the whole matter is how the coin was delivered. Flimsy cardboard and a really evil capsule!!! Took me so long to open it without damaging either the capsule or the coin......what on earth is wrong with a screw cap?? 

[westminstrel]

@AndrewSL76 - You’re tempting me 😋

[AndrewSL76]

2 minutes ago, westminstrel said:

@AndrewSL76 - You’re tempting me 😋

Honestly, if you can get one, go for it. Seriously, when you look at it under a strong light and see the detail it’s remarkable. Simply stunning. I don’t know if I would pay the EBay prices, but perhaps one of those with a Buy It Now option may be more realistic when offered some funky fiat? Otherwise be patient and ride out the few months of madness for it to drop to the more ‘easy on the wallet’ level.

I have often bemoaned the Royal Mint and complained about poor service, but on this occasion I can’t even get angry about the delivery method, capsule or fact the box is the usual silver proof box...the coin is all that really matters. 

If you get one and you don’t like it, at least you know it will sell and you could even turn a profit if you buy at a good price.

[westminstrel]

Makes sense. I’ll keep a keen eye on the RM site too 🧐

[goldmember44]

15 hours ago, AurumArgenti said:

I think it's fair to say that the Una and the lion coins have been a success.

So what's the chances the royal mint will mess with the mintage numbers and increase the price of the next coin in the series?

Something tells me we haven't seen the end of Una and the Lion....perhaps next year they will release a "brilliant uncirculated" version with a mintage of "only 20,000", and for Black Friday perhaps an enhanced reverse proof with William Wyon's signature as privy mark. Or maybe I shouldn't give them any ideas...

[goldmember44]

1 hour ago, westminstrel said:

Makes sense. I’ll keep a keen eye on the RM site too 🧐

Well if it becomes available again you should grab one, it was available all day yesterday...for perhaps the last time. You won't get it cheaper on eBay, that's for sure.

[Paul]

Well golden Una is finally departing my hands for the foreseeable future, away to safe deposit box for the long term today. 

I took a few photos for insurance cover and for file proofs/backup etc.  Thought I would share them before she goes

Beautiful coin - the highlight of my stack and fingers crossed will prove a great long term investment to hold onto

[Frenchie]

1 hour ago, goldmember44 said:

Well if it becomes available again you should grab one, it was available all day yesterday...for perhaps the last time. You won't get it cheaper on eBay, that's for sure.

The Coin connection still have them for 200£ so 16£ more than the RM, (less than the 2% discount) but with the insurance to get a perfect coin.

Some forumer are happy with the quality, as opposed to what the coin connection told me : they already have rejected some silver and gold Unas and they think it would be delayed even in January due to these quality flaws. I am happy having been able to secure the silver from them, but I have an opened order for the gold one at the RM...it makes me a little bit anxious  

Edited December 5, 2019 by Frenchie

[Paul]

1 minute ago, Frenchie said:

The Coin connection still have them for 200£ so 16£ more than the RM, (less than the 2% discount) but with the insurance to get a perfect coin.

Some forumer are happy with the quality, as opposed to what the coin connection told me : they already have rejected some silver and gold Unas and the think it would be delayed even in January due to these quality flaws. I am happy having been able to secure the silver from them, but I have an opened order for the gold one at the RM...it makes me a little bit anxious  

i know my photos are not the best above, the dust & muck is only from handling the capsule.  my gold is flawless under magnification  

[richatthecroft]

2 hours ago, westminstrel said:

Makes sense. I’ll keep a keen eye on the RM site too 🧐

 

If you would like one of the Silver Proof variety for the release price, get your skates on and telephone the Royal Mint- I have just rung them and purchased one.

Curiosity got the better of me, and focusing on the positive reviews here, I rang the Royal Mint earlier to enquire- and the lady told me that someone from sales will call me back- they did, and I ordered- during the conversation she said ‘is it just the one you would like?’- the implication being- there’s more sat there on the shelf.

Good luck. 

Edited December 5, 2019 by richatthecroft

[MLNCoins]

For someone who is very new to the proof coin scene, I love the look of this coin. Looking to invest in the 2oz but just got lumped with a hefty car bill!

What sort of return are you guys looking to have if you flip the coin at the later date? As this would be my strategy.

[Guest]

15 hours ago, AndrewSL76 said:

Daft question, but how do you open the capsule for the silver coin? Anyone know! It’s not a screw cap etc. Strange. I’ve not seen one like this before.

I am keen to see the coin outside the capsule to see if it’s worth sending for grading. There may be a slight mark, but I can’t tell if it is the cap or not. I think it is, so want to check!!

@Numistacker I’ll probably be in touch separately to discuss, but what do you advise?

Cheers.

It may have one of those new push on capsules so use a micro screwdriver to lever it up and see

[Guest]

1 hour ago, Paul said:

Well golden Una is finally departing my hands for the foreseeable future, away to safe deposit box for the long term today. 

I took a few photos for insurance cover and for file proofs/backup etc.  Thought I would share them before she goes

Beautiful coin - the highlight of my stack and fingers crossed will prove a great long term investment to hold onto

It looks great. Mine will arrive on the 13th i must have pushed the button later than you. I will have it graded by NGC of course assuming that it does not get returned due to faults.

 

[Paul]

the gold is a screw off capsule 

[goldmember44]

48 minutes ago, Paul said:

the gold is a screw off capsule 

They could have done it for the silver as well...

[PablosGee]

My 2oz silver is on order from Coin Connection and they've just popped out an email to say Royal Mint are having striking problems and some are likely to not to arrive until after Christmas, depending on your position in the queue. 

Not too bothered in truth. If I have to wait another month to guarantee a perfect condition Una - then so be it. Was never going to flip it quick and was at least going to hang on until the next coin in the series.

Hearing comments from the majority on here, it sounds like they're taking time to get this right. Fair enough of that's the case! 

Edit: (apart from the capsule and cardboard box!)

 

Edited December 5, 2019 by PablosGee

[magpie79]

Ditto 

[FlorinCollector]

My 2oz silver has already developed milk spots around the MMXIX area. Going to send it back. Would show but cant get good enough lighting to show it on phone. 

[medgasguy]

Well it's sold out a couple of times and then went back up for sale as it is now; I'm praying mine makes its 5000 mile journey still securely in the capsule and not have to return it. That is always a hassle sending coins back to the mint.

[westminstrel]

33 minutes ago, JosephM said:

My 2oz silver has already developed milk spots around the MMXIX area. Going to send it back. Would show but cant get good enough lighting to show it on phone. 

Please show. We need proof this happened for the sake of posterity. 

[FlorinCollector]

@westminstrel if it was bullion i could but i dont have good enough lighting or camera to show milk spots on proof plain fields.