Why Rare Coins? an Investment Education
Capital Gains Tax-Free Status (UK Coins)
One of the greatest advantages of investing in certain rare British gold coins such as sovereigns and £5 gold pieces is their exemption from Capital Gains Tax in the UK. This means that all profits from the sale of these coins are entirely free of CGT, regardless of the size of the gain. In contrast, profits from property, stocks, and bul
One of the greatest advantages of investing in certain rare British gold coins such as sovereigns and £5 gold pieces is their exemption from Capital Gains Tax in the UK. This means that all profits from the sale of these coins are entirely free of CGT, regardless of the size of the gain. In contrast, profits from property, stocks, and bullion are subject to tax, often eroding a significant portion of returns. For high-net-worth investors, this tax exemption can result in substantial savings over time.
Case Study: Edward VIII Sovereign — A Once-in-a-Lifetime Return
In 2014, I purchased the Edward VIII sovereign one of the most famous rarities in British numismatics for £516,000. Just four years later, it sold for £1,000,000, nearly doubling in value. This remarkable growth came during a period when global stock markets experienced multiple downturns, demonstrating that the right coin can deliver ex
In 2014, I purchased the Edward VIII sovereign one of the most famous rarities in British numismatics for £516,000. Just four years later, it sold for £1,000,000, nearly doubling in value. This remarkable growth came during a period when global stock markets experienced multiple downturns, demonstrating that the right coin can deliver exceptional returns independent of broader economic conditions. Such performance is not an anomaly; it reflects the long-term upward trajectory of true numismatic treasures.
Rare Gold vs Bullion Return
Rare Gold vs Bullion Return
Global central banks have been purchasing gold at record levels over the past decade a clear signal of waning confidence in fiat currencies. While these institutions buy bullion rather than coins, their actions reinforce the timeless value of gold as a store of wealth. For private investors, rare coins offer the gold exposure that central
Global central banks have been purchasing gold at record levels over the past decade a clear signal of waning confidence in fiat currencies. While these institutions buy bullion rather than coins, their actions reinforce the timeless value of gold as a store of wealth. For private investors, rare coins offer the gold exposure that central banks favour, combined with numismatic rarity and collector appeal that can significantly outperform bullion in percentage terms.
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Our Collection — Where Rarity Meets Opportunity
Explore our curated selection of investment-grade coins:
- British Gold From early guineas to Victorian proofs and modern CGT-free rarities.
- European Treasures French Louis d’Or, German thalers, and great rarities of continental history.
- American Icons Double Eagles, Stellas, and historic proof issues.
- Ultra Rarities One-of-one coins and the finest known examples.
Why Rare Coins? – Why Rare Coins Remain One of the World’s Safest Assets
Comparison: Rare coins combine the intrinsic value of precious metals with the added scarcity and desirability that bullion can’t match. They offer low volatility, high portability, and for certain British coins full exemption from UK Capital Gains Tax.
Global Context: With central banks buying gold at record levels, rare coins provide gold exposure plus the collector premium that has historically driven superior returns.t
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