Coin Series
Royal Mint’s Myths and Legends Coins
The Royal Mint‘s Myths and Legends coins collection has captivated numismatists and collectors alike with its exceptional tribute to the rich tapestry of British folklore and mythology. This unique series highlights iconic characters and stories that have shaped the cultural landscape for centuries. Notable among these coins are the 10-ounce silver £10 coin celebrating Merlin, ... Continue reading
Israel’s ‘Jerusalem of Gold’ Bullion Coins
Israel’s “Jerusalem of Gold” bullion coins stand as a testament to the country’s rich heritage, combining historical significance with numismatic artistry. Launched in 2010, the series celebrates Israel’s cultural and historical landmarks, with each coin meticulously crafted from 99.99% pure gold. The series not only appeals to collectors and investors but also serves as a ... Continue reading
Korean Tiger Silver Coins
The Korean Tiger silver coin series, launched in 2016 by the Korea Minting, Security Printing & ID Card Operating Corporation (KOMSCO), has become a symbol of national pride and a sought-after collectible among numismatists. Struck in 99.9% pure silver, these coins are a tribute to the Korean tiger, an iconic and revered animal in Korean ... Continue reading
Germany’s 20 Euro Gold Coins
Germany’s 20 Euro gold coins, minted in 99.99% pure gold, have garnered significant attention since their introduction in 2022. These coins are part of a series known as the “Rückkehr der Wildtiere (Return of Wildlife),” which aims to celebrate and raise awareness about the country’s rich biodiversity. Each year, a new coin featuring a different ... Continue reading
Congo Silverback Gorilla Coins
Even though the collection of exotic precious metal coins such as the Congo Silverback Gorilla coins that are introduced in this article is a popular hobby among coin collectors, it does not come without its risk. For one, it is often difficult to ascertain the genuineness of such coins that are usually produced by mints ... Continue reading
Australian Dolphin Series
Many previous articles on this blog such as this one about the Australian Shipwreck series already introduced some of the collectible coin series that are issued by the Royal Australian Mint. The Australian Dolphin series is another such coin series that is made up of both 99.99% pure gold coins and 99.9% pure silver coins. ... Continue reading
Macau Lunar Coin Series
It can be argued that Chinese New Year/Lunar coins are one of the most popular types of coin series that exist. Many renowned government mints such as Australia’s Perth Mint and Britain’s Royal Mint have issued Lunar coins out of precious metals for decades now. The Macau Lunar coin series is a fairly obscure coin ... Continue reading
Maltese Cross Silver Coins
Whereas portraits of famous historical figures as well as images of real and imaginary animals are most commonly used in the design of precious metal coins, it is also fairly common for coins to display certain iconic symbols, albeit mostly on the obverse side of the coins. One of the most famous historic symbols, the ... Continue reading
Cook Islands Wildlife Conservation Coins
Many previous articles on this blog already introduced exotic precious metal coins such as the articles about Myanmar gold coins or Zimbabwean gold coins. This article will be another edition to this series of articles about exotic coins as it attempts to introduce the Cook Islands Wildlife Conservation Coins. This coin series consists of three ... Continue reading
Australian Antarctic Territory Series
Previous articles on this blog already introduced the Royal Australian Mint as well as some of its collectible bullion coin series like the Australian Shipwreck coins. As the mint is always trying to step out of the shadow of its national competitor, the much more famous Perth Mint, it is known to frequently launch new ... Continue reading
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