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Go on Scott you know you want to complete that set.. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-ROYAL-MINT-PROOF-LAST-BRITANNIA-SIDE-50p-COIN-/330495013754?pt=UK_Coins_BritishDecimal_RL&hash=item4cf309b37a http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-UK-PROOF-50p-coin-LAST-Brittania-Perfect-Cased-/170758132255?pt=Coins_BritishProofs_RL&hash=item27c1fa521f http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HER-LAST-CURTSEY-50-pence-2008-Britannia-uncommon-/250964897283?pt=UK_Coins_BritishDecimal_RL&hash=item3a6eac6e03

My problem is that I absolutely love the proof sets and the way they shine, the depth of the strikes and the clarity of the coins, I see them and they make me go weak at the knees, but, I know I will have to lock them away or some thieving little git will have them of off me. So, I thought I would also collect the run of the mill circulated sets that I can have at home to look at and drool over, and yet as much as I like the proof sets, i have to ask myself, are they "real" coins in the collecting sense, I mean proofs are ok but you buy them in sets, circulated ones whilst maybe grotty or knocked are life, they have a history, they have a story to them, they have mystery and in some cases the chase and allure of finding a rarer one is part of the fun, isnt it ?. I see the wisdom in collecting those older coins, the silver and gold ones, they are in some cases rare and alluring, yet, I will have to lock them away like marley or scrooge and I want to get them out at home and feel them, look them over and all that makes the chase worthwile. So, What do I do !. Chase one or the other, or both but the proofs in moderation. Ebay i hate you, it's like a kid in a candy shop, where to go, and where to stop.

Oh well, that means a lot fewer fake 1887 £2s and £5s on the market Unless they were on their way to MAKE some more? But maybe some fake Sovs, the Gold was fake http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-16392922 Spoil the dream Azda, spoil the dream....

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4035874/20-gold-bars-found-on-Paris-train.html

I'm no sailor, but erm with the sails full of wind in that direction, surely that ship would be capsized in a short time . Just something I noticed is all, still love the reverse though.

not I, but I do Like that reverse more than most I have seen lately

Mmmm .. thank you. Unfortunately I don't see anything about British coins on the site linked, which makes me wonder if this isn't just spam. While there are some that might be interested in slabbed US coins and bullion here, most aren't. But in case you actually are a real person and representative of this company jaden, I'll say 'welcome' and feel free to join in the coin chat. Oh, and the website linked? It needs a quick search function that you can just type in a term, or name of a coin you're interested in, in my opinion. Tom He's posted here as well... looks like a spam to me! To be honest, if the statement he made as to being a british coins specialist where true, I would expect to see a large selection being shown or even listed. Still can't see any. so I guess I have to agree.

What's with the Brasso, can't you afford duraglit ?. Much better shine Peter. There are many 1973 proofs that would benefit greatly from your Brasso Peter Heathen, philistine. Have you no respect for coins !. Someone probably said the same things about all those rare coins you are seeking now, one day my cheap tat is going to be the next 1933 penny. Look at it this way, if people keep buying the silver and old content coins for scrap soon the few left that are common are going to be rare, and possibly sooner than you think. likewise those who scrap all the old worn pennies to keep the numbers down. Keep your Brasso away from mine....

What's with the Brasso, can't you afford duraglit ?. Much better shine Peter.

Is that an original "scarface" morgan ?.

they look like they have been chucked in a hot oven or hit with a blow torch to me.

If you do not understnad the pre decimal coin, then this may interest you. http://gwydir.demon.co.uk/jo/units/money.htm I like the reference to the Scots money before the act of union. Any input Declan ?.

Mmmm .. thank you. Unfortunately I don't see anything about British coins on the site linked, which makes me wonder if this isn't just spam. While there are some that might be interested in slabbed US coins and bullion here, most aren't. But in case you actually are a real person and representative of this company jaden, I'll say 'welcome' and feel free to join in the coin chat. Oh, and the website linked? It needs a quick search function that you can just type in a term, or name of a coin you're interested in, in my opinion. Tom I looked for any British coins or info regarding them on the site, same thing, Nadda.

I have a brother in the states ( I feel sorry for him ! ) and have considered collecting American coins, mainly because he can get all those silver coins for nothing or less than I would pay, but do we have to pay taxes on them ?, what would be the outcome if a packet was opened by customs here, would we be in the mire or clobbered for tax ?.

That would let ANY Tom, Dick and Harry use it without permission. Its ok a forum member asking and sending privately, but you could have a problem with unscruplious ebay sellers picking up rare coin pictures and using them to sell something the don't own, so personally i don't think thats such a good idea. That happens already doesn't it. and I did say with "what conditions they impose on such". I personaly don't care who uses any pictures I post when I do, so they can use them freely as long as it is not for commercial useage regarding the sale of any other coin or implying it is their coin. If they wish to use it in a reference book or the likes they are writing feel free.

Link does not work !. Ah, sorry here is the item number for one instead: 170724759421 I don't know what the others will say because I am new to this but I wouldn't put my coins in those or anything like them, I don't trust such things made of plastic after hearing horror stories about them, I use paper wallets.

Well done Congratulations to your wife and pass our best wishes to her on recovering soon. Now can I interest you in a set of sticky finger protectors for your coins and such .

Of course !, how can we not party when we are celebrating Johns New arrival.

Link does not work !.

That is not the proof set case it's just the look a like often found with the currency coin set plus the crown added. To be the true Royal Mint case it would have the crest inside the lid and text on the cover. These are sometimes described as proof sets to catch the unwary. Thanks for the warning Gary. Unwary idiot educated

Looks genuine enough to me, Garry. Nothing special though - large accumulations of average material are the lifeblood of ebay. Thank you Declan, I just love those wee little silver coins though. I did just put a bid on a 1888 shilling in his lot though just so I did not feel so let down.

You wouldn't want these shiny, they are matt proofs after all. I know, but to me their nice and shiny relative to those in my pocket, and they sing to me.

I wish these were in my pocket too. SO shiny ... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1902-EDWARD-VII-MATT-PROOF-SPECIMEN-SET-RARE-MINT-STATE-/160704659885?pt=Coins_BritishProofs_RL&hash=item256abe81ad

The box is that originally used for the 1953 proof set. If the coins are currency pieces that have been substituted, then treat them as currency. If proofs, but mis-described you would be on a winner at that price. Therein lies the beauty and one of many pitfalls with ebay. The seller may not know what they have or may be fully aware and has described it accurately, though the mint specimen sets were the plastic wallet pieces. The latter are frequently toned and unattractive as a result of spending the last 50+ years in a plastic wallet which has leached plasticiser over the coin surfaces. Ask him for better images of one or some of the coins. This should tell you whether the coins are proofs or not. Thank you Rob. I do know of one ebay seller who has got me interested but i don't know if he is being honest about not kowing his coins or worth, he has a lot though that call to me... http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Coins-/11116/i.html?_catref=1&_ssn=saltabay&_trksid=p3911.c0.m1538 Its all those sixpences and threepences !. If he is honest then he needs to ask you lot about them.