Proof v. Uncirculated?We Explain the Difference We are always being asked the difference between proof and uncirculated coins. One very brief explanation is that proofs are shinier, but of course this...
Let me start by saying that if you are buying coins on the internet buy coins graded by PCGS or NGC. The other companies are variable in their grading with the exception of maybe IGC and ANACS. Trust the...
This guide is being written to help all those who are currently buying silver bullion for investment or collecting. Below is just a few tips that we have found to be very helpful when buying these type items...
Canadian Proof-Like (PL) Sets- Part 1 Introduction The Canadian proof-like, or PL, sets are superior quality strikings of the regular uncirculated coins. In many cases, the proof-like sets are much better...
A prooflike coin is a Highly POLISHED by the MINT regular strike coin. A prooflike coin appears to have a near proof coin reflection. Prooflike coins usually occur in the earliest strikes. Prooflike coins...
The London Mint Office If you think the name 'London Mint Office' is misleading, we would agree with you. It is a trade mark of 'The Crown Collections Limited', a coin marketing company. We first became aware...
Canadian Proof-Like (PL) Sets- part 2 This article continues with more information about the beautiful proof-like sets issued by the Royal Canadian Mint. Sets and varieties The sets were issued in...
£5 For £5 - Five Pound Coin for Five Pounds Why are there so many companies offering to sell you a 5 pound coin for £5?These companies include the Royal Mint, Westminster Collections, and the so called London...
Canadian Proof-Like Sets Part 3 This is the third Instalment in my article about the beautiful Canadian Proof-Like Sets. Proof-like Sets 1988-1996: 6 coins with “loonie” The sets from 1988 have the loonie...
Collecting rare coins as investment should be 10% of your portfolio some specialists suggest. Melt Values of Coins are now responsible for the extinction of many worlds coins adding to investment returns....