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Chards have over 50 years' experience as the UK's leading coin and bullion dealer and probably have the widest range of collectable coins and modern and historic bullion in the UK, maybe even the world!

Coin Collecting Guides

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Advice Guide for UK Bullion Investors

Advice Guide for UK Bullion Investors

Concise but comprehensive information for anyone thinking of investing in gold, silver, platinum, or other precious metal bullion coins or bars. With detailed links covering a
1837 William IIII Silver Half Crown

William IV Shield Reverse

King William IV only reigned for 7 years but his coinage features one of the most desired designs - the crowned mantle shield.

The Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom

The Royal Coat of Arms of the UK are set to feature on the 2022 sovereigns. In this blog we will look at the current Coat of Arms, the history of the design and what the

Ghosting on Coins

I tend to see it most on gold sovereigns, particularly George V and Edward VII, but it can and does occur on many other coins.

The Bank of Canada Hoard

When the Canadian government unloaded their gold reserves, the only coins spared were a batch of coins, which had been forgotten about for nearly a century.

Sovereign

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What Exactly Is a Bullion Sovereign?

We are often asked what is a bullion sovereign, and what is the difference between a bullion and a proof sovereign. Read this article to find out.

Technical Specification of a Gold Sovereign

Technical specifications of modern gold sovereigns, issued from 1817 onwards.

Sovereign Date Checker

Sovereign Date Checker

Complete gold sovereigns date list showing clearly which dates exist, which dates do not exist, rare dates, and other notes.
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Why Buy Secondary Market Sovereigns?

The cheapest way to buy gold sovereigns is to buy our secondary market sovereigns.

Royal Mint Branch Mints

Since 1871, British sovereigns were struck at branch mints, in addition to The Royal Mint in London. Sydney, Melbourne, Pretoria, Bombay and Ottawa soon followed.

Britannia

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Gold Britannia Coin Information and Technical Specification 398

Gold Britannia Coin Information and Technical Specification

Learn more about gold Britannia coins from Chard coin and bullion dealer for over 50 years! We cover the technical specification, designs, tax status and more!

Silver Britannia Coin Information and Technical Specification 402

Silver Britannia Coin Information and Technical Specification

Britannia appeared on silver 'Britannia' bullion coins in 1997, and these are now issued every year, with a new design in alternate years.

The Britannia - A Symbol of Great Britain

We celebrate 30 years of the Britannia; the world's most beautiful investment coin

Britannia Coin Designs

We take a look at this famous coin and how the designs have changed over the years.

Minty Silver Britannia Our Choice of Year

What is the Price of a Britannia Coin?

We cover buy and sell prices of the Britannia and also include face value, gold value and numismatic value.

Krugerrand

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2018 Krugerrand

The History of the Krugerrand

South African Krugerrands were first minted and issued in 1967. We provide a comprehensive information page with everything you need to know!
South African Gold Krugerrand Coin Technical Information & Specifications

South African Gold Krugerrand Coin Technical Information & Specifications

The South African Krugerrand is one of the most well known gold bullion coins in the world. Learn more about gold Krugerrand coins from the experts at Chards.
Krugerrand Gold Coin South Africa

Krugerrand Mintages and Dates

Although the basic idea behind Krugerrands was to be purely a bullion coin, we are increasingly asked for particular dates of Krugers.
Which gold coin is the best buy?

Which One-Ounce Gold Coin? A Price Comparison

To make sure you know you have got the best deal for your budget, we have made it easier for you to compare prices and premiums by putting similar products in one place.
Gold Krugerrand Stack

What is the Price of a Krugerrand Coin?

We cover buy and sell prices of the Krugerrand and also include face value, gold value and numismatic value.

United Kingdom

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2021 Silver Greyhound of Richmond Queen’s Beast Coin - Obverse

Royal Mint Quality Control

This is our collection of poor quality coins from the Royal Mint. We are aware that no production process is perfect, but we get very few problems elsewhere.
Georege III Gold Coin Five Pound Sovereign 1820

The Story Of The Gold £5 Coin

The five pound gold coin is Britain's largest and most impressive gold coin, although there was previously a five guinea piece which was about 5% heavier.

Obverse of 1887 Victoria Jubilee Head Silver Threepence

The Story Of The Silver Threepence Coin

The very first silver threepence was issued in 1551 for Edward VI. There had been a severe debasement of the silver coinage under his father Henry VII
Queen Elizabeth II Fourth Portrait Silver Bullion Coins

Buying and Selling Rare Coins At Auction

Many people believe that the best way to buy coins is in an auction. Others think that the best way to sell coins is in an auction. Which view is right, if any?

Edgar Bertram Mackennal Engraver to King George V

Two obverse portraits were produced for coinage during the rule of George V with the first being struck between 1911 and 1928 and the successor being minted from 1929 to 1932.

50 Pence

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Iguanodon Reverse Collectable 50 Pence Dinosauria Collection

Forgotten Dinosaur - the Iguanodon 50p

The Iguanodon 50p is the second coin of the Dinosauria Collection but it is underperforming in sales compared to its fellow dino 50ps. We take a look at why.
Silver Proof Megalosaurus 50p Reverse Bullion Collectable Dinosaur Coin

Celebrating the First Dinosaur - the Megalosaurus 50p

The Megalosaurus 50p is the first of the Dinosauria Collection, which in turn is part of the Tales of the Earth Series.
2020 Tales of the Earth: The Dinosauria Collection - Hylaeosaurus Coloured Silver Proof 50 Pence Coin

New Release - the Hylaeosaurus 50p

Today, the Royal Mint released their highly anticipated Hylaeosaurus 50p coin. The coin is the final 50p piece in the three-coin Dinosauria series.
2019 Snowman BU

The 2019 Snowman 50p Coin

The second 50p to celebrate 40 years of 'The Snowman' was released in 2019.
2018 Snowman BU Reverse

The 2018 Snowman 50p Coin

The Royal Mint's only seasonal collection celebrates the Snowman and his adventures with James one snowy night.

Metal and Coin News

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Expensive Novelty Coin Gifts and Marketing Trickery

We don't really do marketing speak or try to over sell an item. We've given it a go here in an attempt to sell you some useless gift items.

Vote For Chard 2018 UK Bullion Dealer Of The Year

Could Chard of Blackpool do the impossible and win the 2018 UK Bullion Dealer of the Year award for the fourth time running?

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2020: A Year in Review

2020: A Year in Review
Our Harrowside Showroom

Chards Coin And Bullion Dealer: 55 Years In The Making

Established in 1964 Chards gold and bullion dealers of Blackpool value of your gold, silver and other precious metals, helping you buy/sell coins bars or scrap.

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The Best Place to Buy Gold in the UK As Voted by You!

Against all odds, Blackpool business, Chard, have secured their fourth title as the UK's Bullion Dealer of the Year!

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