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At Hattons of London, we specialise in rare and exclusive coins, including gold sovereigns and NGC graded coins. Understanding the importance of NGC coin grading can significantly enhance your collection. This comprehensive guide delves into the history, grading process, benefits, and impact of NGC grading on the coin market, offering insights that every collector and enthusiast should know.
A new era dawned upon the United Kingdom and its realms with the ascension of King Charles III on September 8, 2022. The first year on the throne for any monarch is often a period of transition, adaptation, and setting the tone for their reign. Let’s delve into the noteworthy events and themes that marked King Charles III’s inaugural year.
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Embedded in the golden annals of numismatic history is a tale of valor that unfolds on the surface of gold sovereign coins. The timeless motif of St. George and the Dragon has adorned these regal coins, transcending centuries with its symbolism and artistry. Join us as we journey through the captivating history of this iconic motif and its enduring presence on gold sovereign coins.
The festive season is upon us, and if you are looking for the perfect Christmas present to gift to the numismatist in your life, then you have come to the right place!
Whether they are a lover of all things military themed, or are big fans of the Royal Family, we have available the most incredible gold sovereigns and coin sets for you to choose from. With price ranges to suit all budgets, here is the ultimate 2023 Christmas gift guide!
Along with the accession of Charles as our new king last year, his son, William, became the new Prince of Wales. With characteristic sensitivity, he accepted the role without a formal investiture ceremony, mindful of the fact that for many in Wales the title remains contentious. He has spoken of it as a great honour, pledging to serve Wales with humility and great respect for its people.
In our modern era, the title ‘Prince of Wales’ is no longer a title of authority but one of ceremony, and although there was no formal investiture event, the fact that William is now the 23rd Prince of Wales deserves to be recognised. His wife Catherine, or ‘Kate’ as she is often known, is now the Princess of Wales, the first to use that title since William’s mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
To celebrate the new Prince & Princess of Wales, for the first time in over 200 years of gold sovereign history, coins have been minted from 22 carat gold that includes a trace amount of rare Welsh gold in the mixture. Gold sourced from the mines in Wales is highly prized, and very rare, and it has a long and proud association with the Royal Family.
Introducing the 2023 Prince and Princess of Wales Gold Sovereign Range…
Our latest gold sovereign range; The 2023 King Charles III 75th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range, features a design in the style of the gold ‘Carolus’ coins of the King’s 17th-century predecessor and namesake, King Charles I, making an intriguing historic connection between British monarchs some four centuries apart.
Each coin in this series features the same design: namely, a portrait of King Charles III, wearing the St Edward’s crown and resplendent in his coronation robes, holding the orb in one hand and the sceptre in another. In this blog, we will be dissecting the key features of the coin design from this remarkable range…