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Juliana Chard

Chief Numismatist

Juliana is our coin expert in training learning the dark art of numismatics from her father Lawrence Chard. She produces content for the website, grades and prices our collectable stock and leads the purchasing of rare and collectable pieces from coin fairs and clients.

Juliana also sits on the management team helping to steer the future direction of Chards whilst training other staff in coin grading, pricing and sourcing stock.

The Story of the Halfcrown

14 Jan 2019

The Story of the British Halfcrown, a Brief History with photographs. Part of Chard Coins' online catalogue.

The Story of the Shilling

14 Jan 2019

The Story of the British Shilling, a brief history with photographs. Part of Chard Coins' online catalogue.

The Story of the Sixpence

14 Jan 2019

The Story of the British Shilling, a brief history with photographs. Part of Chard Coins' online catalogue.

Crown Coin Specification

14 Jan 2019

Weight, diameter, metal content of UK base metal, silver, piedfort, and gold proof Crown and Five Pound Coins (5 pound).

Provenance Marks

3 Dec 2018

Provenance marks on British coins for sale at Chards of Blackpool, England. We buy, stock, and sell coins, including coins with provenance marks.

The Coin, a Poem by Edwin Morgan

3 Dec 2018

We came across a poem called 'Coin', Edwin Morgan, about a Scottish coin.

'Vigo' Issues of 1703

3 Dec 2018

Description of the 1912-H penny struck by The Mint Birmingham, previously Ralph Heaton and Sons. Letter H to left of date.

'Lima' issues 1745-1746

3 Dec 2018

Description of Lima Coins, issued in 1745-6.

The History of the Krugerrand

12 Nov 2018

South African Krugerrands were first minted and issued in 1967. We provide a comprehensive information page with everything you need to know!

Spelling Errors on Britannia Coins

9 Nov 2018

Britannia has been mis-spelt on coins, errors and blunders in the legends (inscriptions) may be rare but used to be almost common...

Britannia Silver

9 Nov 2018

Britannia silver is comprised of 95.84% silver and the balance usually made up with copper..

Britannia Coin Designs

29 Oct 2018

We take a look at this famous coin and how the designs have changed over the years.

Why Does an Old Coin Cost Less Than a New Coin?

21 Sep 2018

FAQ answered frankly by Chard. It's not just coins! Marketing, supply & demand, simple economics, fashion, relevance, armchair collectors.

Silver Content of British Coins

21 Sep 2018

A brief answer to a coin FAQ about the silver content of British coins

Numismatic Jargon - Coin Terminology

21 Sep 2018

What is a proof coin? What is bullion? Coin dealers and collectors often use a lot of technical jargon. Here are some of the most commonly used terms.

British Coin Denominations from Roman Times to Date

21 Sep 2018

Complete table of British coin denominations (names) and face values in alphabetical order. Over 120 listed with first date & reign.

I've Found an Old Coin, What's it Worth?

21 Sep 2018

So you've found an old coin, and want to know what it is, and what it's worth!

Why Buy Secondary Market Sovereigns?

25 Apr 2018

The cheapest way to buy gold sovereigns is to buy our secondary market sovereigns.

Britannias v UK's Cheapest Silver Coin

24 Apr 2018

If you are not sure whether to buy silver Britannias or the UK's Cheapest Silver coin, read our blog first

Gold and Silver Delivery Options

20 Apr 2018

Find out more about how to have you gold and silver bullion delivered.

Shield Back Sovereigns

1 Mar 2018

Some people say 'shield back sovereigns' to distinguish sovereigns. We avoid this as it is tautological, there are no sovereigns with a shield on the front.

WW Raised & Incuse on 1853 - 1855 Victoria Shield Sovereigns

28 Feb 2018

From 1853 to 1855 Victoria young head shield reverse gold sovereigns were issued with the engravers initials W.W. both incuse and raised. Marsh only makes a passing reference.

Replica Gold Sovereigns and Other Coins

20 Feb 2018

Many 'replica' sovereigns are misleadingly described as restrikes (or re-strikes) and vendors fail to state they they are only imitations or reproductions...

Restrike Gold Sovereigns & Other Coins

20 Feb 2018

An official restrike is a genuine coin struck by the original Mint, but with a retrospective date. The word restrike is often euphemistically and dishonestly used for fakes.

The Modern Sovereign: From 1817

16 Feb 2018

Learn more about the modern sovereign by clicking here

Unites, Laurels and Guineas: 1604 - 1662

16 Feb 2018

The second page of our - History of the Gold Sovereign - section, from James I in 1604 to George III in 1813

The First Gold Sovereign: 1489

16 Feb 2018

The first gold sovereigns were issued in 1489 under Henry VI and were hand hammered...

What is Grade C?

13 Feb 2018

If you are looking to buy silver and gold with low premiums over spot then we would recommend our Grade C collection.

Sovereign Date Checker

13 Feb 2018

Complete gold sovereigns date list showing clearly which dates exist, which dates do not exist, rare dates, and other notes.

2018 Coin Predictions

23 Aug 2017

Every year we take a look at which special events and anniversaries may be marked with a commemorative coin in the next year. Have we missed any out?

Rare Two Pound Error Coin Discovered

5 Aug 2017

Could this rare £2 error coin be the most exciting find this decade? Check your coins to see if you have a similar error coin.

How Do I Store & Protect My Coin Collection?

31 Jul 2017

Make sure you protect your coins from scratches, bag marks and scuffs.