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Ask the Expert – Peter Hutchison – Q&A

Posted on July 10, 2020August 4, 2021 by Emma Wilde

Here at Hattons of London, we pride ourselves on being coin experts. That’s why we decided to introduce our ‘Ask the Expert’ series , with our own Heritage Coin expert, Peter Hutchison. Peter has years of experience in the coin industry, residing in Australia but having a strong interest in British coinage in particular. Every week he’s answering a different question on on of the greatest sovereigns in the world. Today however, we’re talking to Peter about how his interest in heritage coins began, and what his favourite coins are.

Britannia: The History & Coin Usage

Posted on July 5, 2020August 4, 2021 by Emma Wilde

Britannia; conceived as a symbol of strength and unity, and created to personify the province shores taken over by the Romans. Since then, the symbol of Britannia has been as ever-present figure, reassuring the nation through the many times of disruption, change and upheaval.

Dunkirk 80th Anniversary and Four Facts You May Not Know

Posted on June 23, 2020August 4, 2021 by Emma Wilde

This year marks the 80th Anniversary of Dunkirk Evacuation, code-named Operation Dynamo; the evacuation of Allied soldiers during World War II from the beaches of Dunkirk.

The operation commenced after large numbers of British, Belgian and French troops were stopped and surrounded by German troops during the six-week Battle of France. The rescue and evacuation lasted almost two weeks between 26th May and 4th June 1940.

Coin Collecting Glossary – The In’s and Out’s

Posted on June 16, 2020August 4, 2021 by Emma Wilde

If you’re interested in starting coin collecting, but want to do a bit of research beforehand, we think the perfect place to start is learning some of the key terms.

Coin collecting can be both rewarding and intimidating at the same time, with it often seeming like coin collectors are speaking their own unique language. With that in mind, we have put together a glossary of terms to help you along the way and to allow you the best possible chance of starting and progressing your coin collection.

Commemorative Coins

Posted on May 21, 2020August 4, 2021 by Emma Wilde

Commemorative coins are one of the most sought after and collected, due to their significance in history and the personal memories they can hold. Whether it is to commemorate a first, or to celebrate the anniversary of an event in history; either way adding a commemorative coin to your collection is one that you couldn’t go wrong with.

We’re going to take a look at some of the commemorative ranges and sovereigns we have available, looking back at the history behind the event and the significance it holds.

The History of the Coin Toss – Heads or Tails?

Posted on May 12, 2020September 20, 2021 by Emma Wilde

Which team goes first in a race? Who picks tonight’s film? Who washes the dishes? I know what we’ll do….we’ll flip for it!

You can settle almost anything with a coin toss, no matter how big, or how small. But what is the true meaning of this and what is its significance throughout history? We’re taking a look through the years…