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Features include: numismatic news; a what's on section that lets collectors know about fairs, societies, auctions etc.; an ancients section; Auction Highlights - where you can find out what has been happening in the sale rooms; information on tokens; numismatic book reviews; a banknote section and a directory that allows readers to see what lists the main dealers are offering that month - as well as a host of other features of interest to both the serious and not-so-serious collector.

Seeing things differently

Sovereigns soar to new heights in September • WHILE the universal appeal of the gold sovereign is a “given”, as our American cousins would say, and we are all well aware of the buoyancy of the current UK coin market, when the two things align, something rather astonishing happens. There had been great expectancy over the official Coinex Auction being held by Spink on September 24, as among the many stellar consignments there was the presentation of the Richard Threadgold Collection which provided a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure some sublime examples from the gold sovereign series. At the white-glove sale, a new world record at auction was set by lot 17, a Canada, Ottawa Mint, George V Specimen Satin-Finish Proof sovereign, dated 1911, struck from Yukon gold (ex-Norweb and Bentley). It secured £31,850, but that was only the beginning of records starting to tumble. Lot 15, a key-date issue, George V London sovereign dated 1917, also smashed the record when it sold for £44,100. More world records were set, and not just for the older issues; those of the Late Queen and King Charles III also hit new heights at auction: lot 93, an Elizabeth II, 1957 “Top Pop” sovereign sold for £18,375, while one of the King Charles III, Royal Mint “Silent Auction” (held on March 17, 2024, lot 5) Coronation Matte Proof sets, achieved an astonishing £67,375. A superb result all round and an exceptionally strong start to the numismatic auction season. For the full results of the sale, visit the website at www.spink.com.

GETTING TOGETHER SOCIETY & FAIR NEWS • Society secretaries and fair organisers—if you have an interesting talk or event to report, then we would be more than happy to feature it in our dedicated Getting Together feature. Simply email: jayne@tokenpublishing.com with your information.

SOVEREIGN UPDATE • The 2027 Sovereign Collection

A VIEW OF THE BAY • Here we take a look at some of the numerous numismatic items offered over the auction website eBay. This is just a small selection which have caught our eye. Read on and see if you agree with our reviewer (comments in italics). Unless stated otherwise the descriptions are as the eBay listing written by the seller (including weak spelling and poor grammar). Prices do not include any VAT or other charges which may have been added.

NumisMarket • Denominational and Non-Denominational Collectors

LATEST ISSUES

THE ROYAL MINT MUSEUM BEHIND THE SCENES • As well as the Royal Mint’s world-class production facilities, the Llantrisant plant in South Wales also houses the Royal Mint Museum. It represents one of the most impressive numismatic collections in the world, featuring outstanding rarities alongside the currency we use everyday—serving as a true reflection of the history of the coinage in the United Kingdom and of many other countries.

BULLETIN

Vibrant start to Autumn season • (Please note, bold text indicates illustrated lots.)

Roman Republic and Silver Coinage • THE coinage of the Roman Republic presents us with a fascinating series of coin issues and an equally intriguing window on a period central to the development of one of the world’s greatest super powers—Rome.

MONTHLY SALES LISTS OF ENGLISH COINS • Please write to THE GOULBORN COLLECTION LTD., DEALERS AND AUCTIONEERS

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