a large pile of 1 cent US coins

Small change to big money, America’s most valuable 1c coins 

The smallest chunk of change you can waste your time on.  Cents or pennies - Americans ditched British imperial, base-12 coinage but that name for ...
John F Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe and JFK: a collectible “love” story

Tragic Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe and slain US president John F Kennedy are two of the most collectible figures in modern history.  But were t...
Diana Princess of Wales and Prince Charles Christmas card 1982

Most valuable Diana Princess of Wales memorabilia

It’s early 2025 and Diana, Princess of Wales is in the news again.  An apology to her younger son, Prince Harry, from the owners of the Sun newspap...
Newspaper report of the sale of the Egyptian Palace Collection of King Farouk

10 crazy facts about King Farouk, the greatest coin collector in history

If you spend much time reading (or writing) about historic, rare, valuable coins you will soon find a name cropping up again and again.  King Farou...
King George VI and Queen Mother 1949 signed Christmas card

Can you own British Royal documents?

Yes, you can own British Royal documents.  Despite what Google's AI tells you.  In fact, you can click this link, and go and look at some now.  Of ...
Brasher doubloon of 1787 with EB on eagle wing

Everything you need to know about Ephraim Brasher

Ephraim Brasher’s coins are legendary.  And extremely rare.  The Brasher Doubloon - in several varieties - is one of the most famous and coveted co...
1933 US gold double eagle reverse

The 8 most valuable gold coins for collectors

Gold coins will always attract collectors.  The metal is a byword for rarity and value.  It’s such an established connection it infuses our everyda...
Essays, proofs and imprimaturs: the stages in postage stamp design

Essays, proofs and imprimaturs: the stages in postage stamp design

Postage stamps are very simple.  That’s their beauty.  They’re a simple product that conveys a simple message - the postage on this letter has been...
Great Britain 1840 2d Mulready envelope SGME4,2

Are stamps still worth collecting?

Are stamps worth collecting as a passion or an investment? They will repay your interest many times over, but how is the stamp market performing as we go into 2025? Find out here. 

Adam West as superhero Batman in the 1960s TV show of the same name

Superhero collecting in numbers

Do you have a favourite? Superhero collectibles ask us to pick a team or a, well, hero. Are you Marvel or DC? Which side are you on? Superman or...