Guides
Honest guides to selling what you've inherited
Plain-English advice on coins, sovereigns, banknotes and antiques - written by a working local buyer, not an SEO agency.
Gold
How much is my gold sovereign worth in 2026?
A plain-English guide to what a sovereign is actually worth today - the bullion floor, the dates that earn a premium, and how to avoid being underpaid.
Selling
Selling an inherited coin collection: an honest UK guide
Inheriting a coin collection is rarely simple. Here's how to work through it calmly, value it properly, and sell to someone you can trust.
Coins
How to sell old British coins: a beginner's guide
From pre-decimal pennies to Victorian silver - what's actually worth selling, and the routes that pay properly for it.
Coins
UK silver coin values 2026: what your old silver is really worth
Pre-1947 British silver has intrinsic value regardless of date. Here's how to weigh, identify and price it properly.
Gold
How to spot a fake gold sovereign
Counterfeit sovereigns have circulated for over a century. Five simple checks separate the real thing from the fakes.
Banknotes
Selling old British banknotes: what they're worth in 2026
Most withdrawn Bank of England notes are still exchangeable at face value - but a surprising number are worth far more.
Antiques
Valuing antiques before a house clearance: a checklist
House clearance firms are paid to clear, not to value. This checklist covers the items routinely worth thousands that get binned by mistake.
Coins
Coin grading explained: a plain-English UK guide
Grade is the single biggest driver of coin value after metal. Here's the UK grading scale in plain English.
Coins
What are old British sixpences worth?
Most sixpences are worth a few pounds. A handful are worth hundreds. The date and the silver content decide which one you are holding.
Selling
Where to sell commemorative coins in the UK
Commemorative coins are the most over-valued thing people bring us - and occasionally the most under-valued. Here is how to tell which you have.
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