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I acquired this coin in a job lot I won in a coin auction, not eBay a few years ago. Although the coin looks genuine, I am not sure now, has the weight is 8.10 grams, not 8.0. The size is correct at 27.3 mm. I have checked other Fifty pence pieces and they weigh exactly 8.00 grams Could this be a copy or fake? I would be most grateful for your expert help. William

Thank you very much for your input. According to Wikipedia these coins are refer to as Non-circulating legal tender( NCLT) Which means they could be circulated, but are not because of their issue price/melt value is significantly above the arbitrary legal tender value placed thereon. Jerry, you made a interesting point about the re-imbursement of the ‘presentation pack. To be honest though, its probably not worth the hassle. William

Recently the Royal Mail Lost two Commemorative Royal Mint presentation packs enclosing a fifty pence. According to the Royal Mint website, both of these coins will not enter circulation and banks are unlikely to accept them. What I don't understand, compensation was paid for exactly the same coins last year, but now they are classed as legal tender and must be sent by Special Delivery. Would be interested to know if any other members have had similar problems. Best William

At the moment I am storing my low grade silver coins in poly coin bags. Are these safe for long term storage. Any suggestions, regarding a better solution. William

Thanks Rob

I have in my possession a 1668 Charles II crown. What exactly does it mean by inverted on this particular coin. Does it mean the letters are inverted on the obverse side, or some letters are the right side up and others inverted. Any advice would be appreciated. Best William

LCA: I presume you mean London Coin Auctions.

I know grading coins is a subjective issue. But generally what companies, Auctioneers and Dealers are the most Conservative/accurate graders. Thanks William

Yes Coinery, I know the coin world takes no prisoners.

The CGS website has been down for a couple of days, since i tried to use it. Any reason for this.

Oops! I did not realise I was doing that. I do normally hold my coins correctly. Regarding the ex-mount, no excuse, I did actually view the lot and to be honest, I'm sure this was accounted for in the auction price, which in IMHO was quite reasonable. In Spinks 2013 its priced at £300 VF - Maybe put it on eBay for something between £100 - £150 ex-mount. Any suggestions. Thanks William

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Acquired this coin in a auction lot I won recently. Looks to be in nice condition, possibly very fine to my untrained eye. Unfortunately I notice there are two tiny holes in the rim. So question is - how much does this devalued the coin? Again my thanks to any answers received on this topic. William