Coin Collector

Coin Collector gives you all the information, news, expert advice, market insight and inspiration you need to build your coin collection and get the most from your hobby. Every issue features in-depth collecting guides giving you the lowdown on coins from a wide range of periods and location, from Viking and Roman coins to the latest coins issued by mints around the world. Each issue includes the unique and popular ‘British Numismatist’ section, bringing you the latest discoveries, exhibitions, theories and literature from the academic world of numismatics. Written by authors, curators and learned experts, the pages provide an academic yet still accessible take on the hobby.

Coin Collector

Welcome to Coin Collector

coin update • THE LATEST COIN NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

NEWS IN BRIEF

auction update • THE LATEST COIN SALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

price £ watch • YOUR QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO ONLINE SALES, IN ASSOCIATION WITH DELCAMPE.NET

Tariffs and Numismatics • With the situation constantly changing, Jeff Garrett offers a US perspective on the possible impact of trade tariffs on coin collecting.

Tariffs and Coins: What Game Is Being Played Here? • The current uncertainty over US trade tariffs is causing worldwide economic confusion. Sebastian Wieschowski outlines the possible effects on coin collectors.

When the Testone Became a Dicken • Before the Swiss franc arrived, different coin denominations were used. Here, Michael Burzan traces how the testone became the dicken.

Samuel Pepys and his Golden Guineas • Following on from his first article in this series, Adrian Marsden takes a close look at the story of a well-known 17th-century hoard, including the various attempts at its retrieval.

Anguipedes on Coins • Following on from her previous articles, Etsuko Zakoji examines ancient coins featuring images of anguipedes – mythical creatures combining a human body and serpent legs.

Yemen • A guide to the colourful banknotes of Yemen, which were first issued relatively recently, has been provided by Jonathan Callaway.

The 8th Century AD • The bold, beautiful and truly unique coin designs of the Umayyad Caliphate are considered by Paula Hammond this time.

new coins • YOUR GUIDE TO NEW COINS FROM AROUND THE WORLD WWW.COLLECTORS-CLUB-OF-GREAT-BRITAIN.CO.UK

DO YOU KNOW THE VALUE OF YOUR COINS? • Discover the hidden value of your 10p, 50p, and £2 coins with our expert guide. Start unlocking treasures in your coin collection today!