In 2019, New Zealand’s first ever quarter sovereign was released to honour the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth, featuring an effigy of the young portrait of Queen Victoria. But, what do we actually know about the country and its connection with Queen Victoria? We’ll be exploring the history here…
Five Facts about Balmoral Castle
Balmoral Castle, located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, has been part of the Royal Family for over 150 years now.
It is famously known for being the Queen Elizabeth II’s countryside retreat which she visited every year with Prince Philip during their marriage. As a result of his passing in April, 2021 marked the first year that the Queen visited the grounds as a widow. So, what else is there to know about the royal residence? Here, we look at five facts you may not know.
The House of Windsor – Edward VIII
Edward VIII was king for less than a year before he stepped down to marry an American divorcee, making him the only British sovereign to abdicate voluntarily.
During this instalment of our “House of Windsor” series, we take a look at the life of Edward VIII.
The House of Windsor – George V

As the second son of Edward VII, George was never meant to be king of Britain. However, fate would intervene and this strict disciplinarian and devoted husband, would go from a career in the navy, to becoming a father figure of the nation, leading Britain into the 20th century where the world would rapidly change.
He would also change the name of the British royal family. In our latest blog of “The House of Windsor” series, we take a look at the life of George V.
Queen Elizabeth II – Greatest Achievements
In our latest blog series, we take a look at a number of British monarchs and look at the achievements for which we remember them the most.
The Alternative A-Z of Coins – Part 5

In our latest blog series, we take you through the world of numismatics one letter at a time, bringing you the coin terms, history and facts which make coin collecting a fascinating pastime. In the last of our series, we look at the letters U to Z.