Today I Received.....

[Keenstacker]

Today I received ..... this tube of The 2013 S.S. Gairsoppa Silver Britannia Coins were the first in the Royal Mint’s S.S. Gairsoppa Silver Britannia series. Each coin has been carefully struck from actual silver recovered from the infamous S.S. Gairsoppa Shipwreck. The original 1,000 oz silver ingots recovered from the shipwreck have been refined by the Royal Mint and turned into these .999 pure 1/4 oz silver coins. These coins are available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

Coin Highlights:

Contains 1/4 oz of .999 pure silver.
Minted by the Royal Mint in Great Britain.
Part of the S.S. Gairsoppa series.
Available in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.
The image of Britannia has been associated with the British Isles since she was first minted on a coin in the first century AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian. Today, Britannia continues to be celebrated as a symbol of Britain’s illustrious history and might.

Each 2013 1/4 oz S.S. Gairsoppa Silver Britannia struck from S.S. Gairsoppa silver is in brand new condition and is stamped with its year, 2013. Each coin has been minted with 1/4 oz .999 pure silver. Owning this beautiful coin that is stamped with “S.S. Gairsoppa” along its outer edge is, indeed, like owning a genuine piece of British history. The obverse side of every coin showcases a profile view of Elizabeth II. The reverse, of course, reflects the beautiful image of Britannia as she stands along Britain’s shores with her helmet, trident, and shield.

 

[Roy]

6 minutes ago, richatthecroft said:

I would like to hold a Proof in my hand to compare. 

 

just teasing 

 

[Roy]

Now you have a use for that smart box you bought t'other day @richatthecroft

[Sovereign]

1 hour ago, Roy said:

Now you have a use for that smart box you bought t'other day @richatthecroft

2012 proof sov next  

[Roy]

Yup!

I have them already (boxed/COA) but I need some loose ones to fill in the gaps.

No rush. Everything comes to he who waits 

[Oystonousted]

My first Britannia gold proof

[TheGoldSovereign]

I don't come across axis misalignment that often at all, I'm not sure if I even have another. But this one is huge!

I know typically slight alignment issues aren't considered an error but this one may warrant it?

 

[CadmiumGreen]

The Tristan Da Cunha 2Sov Diamond Jubilee Regent and the Lion (PF 69 Ultra Cameo) finally arrived!

[richatthecroft]

2 hours ago, Roy said:

Now you have a use for that smart box you bought t'other day @richatthecroft

Yes, can't wait until I fill it up, maybe there will be a truce in the friendly  rivalry whilst I concentrate on my date run....

Roy, if you see me on here posting again before 10pm this evening, remind me that I'm at work and that I really should get on with it.

[westminstrel]

On 03/03/2018 at 02:13, sovereignsteve said:

Are you referring to the original books or the latest, updated version? I would expect the latest version to be fairly close to reality, having been updated by someone prominently in the trade for years. Or at least a good estimation and to reflect current best knowledge.
I think you are doing Marsh somewhat of a disservice; to suggest he effectively plucked some of these figures out of the air is unfair. I was under the impression that Marsh compiled his original ratings using mintages, his experience and that of friends and people in the business. In fact he revised a lot of the availability figures from version to version in the light of further experience.
Also, don't forget that he talks about the availabilty of these varieties in grades of VF and above. Once you add in lower grades, the numbers can rise substantially.

I would agree though, that 60 is looking a bit ridiculous

You are in the fortunate position to be able to assess the Marsh ratings in the light of your not inconsiderable numbers of coins. However, these have been compiled over a relatively short period of time and should be taken as an addition to the general consensus and not a replacement. Nobody knows all the facts and it may well be that your holding could alter the consensus of knowledge about certain coins. However you need to recognise that your holding is still small compared to all the collectable coins held throughout the world.

 

I love this post because of the perfect phrasing, grammar, and punctuation (besides the content itself!)

I am a stickler for this, and I don’t mean to come across as a snob, but it really makes me happy to see English used as such, especially on the internet. And while I don’t go about calling people out on their imperfect writing (as I understand it may be because English is not their first language; and in any case, who am I to judge!), I do dish out a compliment when the opportunity arises.

Edited March 3, 2018 by westminstrel

[Lowlow]

I really like those Gairsoppa Silver Britannia Coins pictured above, but Jeez they are expensive.  The source I found for them is 3x spot, I mean WTF ?  I don't mind the mint putting a small premium on the metal to strike them, but 3x ?  They are pretty, but no silver is that special, I don't care if the pope rubbed it on his ass before they put them in the tubes.

How's my English Westminstrel ...

Edited March 3, 2018 by Lowlow

[blackadder]

1 hour ago, westminstrel said:

(as I understand it may be because English is not their first language; and in any case, who am I to judge!

Some of us are just mentally retarded too.

[richatthecroft]

Nice to get finished work and even nicer to receive these fab Sovereign boxes courtesy of @MikeSol 

On a less favourable note, not pleased to receive a fixed penalty notice for speeding courtesy of North Yorkshire Police.  52mph in a 40mph...

[CadmiumGreen]

7 minutes ago, richatthecroft said:

even nicer to receive these fab Sovereign boxes courtesy of @MikeSol 

Those boxes look awesome! Any designs on the covers, even though a nice finish is just as good?

[richatthecroft]

33 minutes ago, CadmiumGreen said:

Those boxes look awesome! Any designs on the covers, even though a nice finish is just as good?

No design. Very nicely finished and well made with Baize underside. 

[ilovesilverireallydo]

10 hours ago, Lowlow said:

I really like those Gairsoppa Silver Britannia Coins pictured above, but Jeez they are expensive.  The source I found for them is 3x spot, I mean WTF ?  I don't mind the mint putting a small premium on the metal to strike them, but 3x ?  They are pretty, but no silver is that special, I don't care if the pope rubbed it on his ass before they put them in the tubes.

How's my English Westminstrel ...

I have a Gairsoppa 10 oz bar. Thankfully the dealer I bought it from had no idea what it was and I got it at spot plus 5% 

[ilovesilverireallydo]

8 hours ago, richatthecroft said:

note, not pleased to receive a fixed penalty notice for speeding courtesy of North Yorkshire Police.  52mph in a 40mph..

bad. Does that mean you forfeit 1 weeks wages as per new fines? 

[JohnA]

 

War year sixpence. 

I'm working my way backward from 1967. I have both the 1887 ones too.

 

 

[richatthecroft]

1 hour ago, ilovesilverireallydo said:

bad. Does that mean you forfeit 1 weeks wages as per new fines? 

Apparently, with the speed I was travelling at, I will be eligible for speed awareness course.  My mate just got done in December and he did the course, he paid over £85 for the privilege and only paid that, no fine on top.  Fingers crossed! 

I wasn't aware that last April the fines went up dependent on category of speed your caught at:

Category

A= 50% weeks income.

B= 1 weeks income

C= 1 and a 1/2 weeks income

All maximum of £1000. Not sure if it's actual income net or gross? Or if disposable income? 

DON'T GET CAUGHT!!!!!

 

Edited March 4, 2018 by richatthecroft

[Elements]

9 minutes ago, richatthecroft said:

Apparently, with the speed I was travelling at, I will be eligible for speed awareness course.  My mate just got done in December and he did the course, he paid over £85 for the privilege and only paid that, no fine on top.  Fingers crossed! 

I wasn't aware that last April the fines went up dependent on category of speed your caught at:

Category

A= 50% weeks income.

B= 1 weeks income

C= 1 and a 1/2 weeks income

All maximum of £1000. Not sure if it's actual income net or gross? Or if disposable income? 

DON'T GET CAUGHT!!!!!

 

Then there’s the insurance premium to consider ?

[ilovesilverireallydo]

8 minutes ago, richatthecroft said:

Apparently, with the speed I was travelling at, I will be eligible for speed awareness course.

Lucky. That means no points to declare either. I hate those new tiers.

 

 

[Bullionbilly]

30 minutes ago, richatthecroft said:

 

A= 50% weeks income.

B= 1 weeks income

C= 1 and a 1/2 weeks income

All maximum of £1000. Not sure if it's actual income net or gross? Or if disposable income? 

 

 

And they say it's about awareness NOT money... pull the other one... its got bells on !

[60015]

39 minutes ago, richatthecroft said:

Apparently, with the speed I was travelling at, I will be eligible for speed awareness course.  My mate just got done in December and he did the course, he paid over £85 for the privilege and only paid that, no fine on top.  Fingers crossed! 

I wasn't aware that last April the fines went up dependent on category of speed your caught at:

Category

A= 50% weeks income.

B= 1 weeks income

C= 1 and a 1/2 weeks income

All maximum of £1000. Not sure if it's actual income net or gross? Or if disposable income? 

DON'T GET CAUGHT!!!!!

 

Definitely take the course. It'll cost you the money to attend (but there is no fine) and a days time but it means no points and, more importantly, not having to declare it to your insurance. It used to be that you had to take the course in the county or force area where you were caught but now you can attend at a centre near to where you live.

Edited March 4, 2018 by 60015

[kimchi]

1 minute ago, 60015 said:

Definitely take the course. It'll cost you the money and a days time but it means no points and, more importantly, not having to declare it to your insurance. It used to be that you had to take the course in the county or force area where you were caught but now you can attend at a centre near to where you live.

Does it work like the old driving test where you can pay someone to take it for you?

[60015]

Just now, kimchi said:

Does it work like the old driving test where you can pay someone to take it for you?

I think if you get caught doing that then it'll cost you more than a days time