The 15th Anniversary of Ireland becoming the Grand Slam Champions 2009 Irish rugby has gone through a golden age since the turn of the century with legendary players and coaches coming through the system to provide fans all over the country with unforgettable moments, victories, and most importantly titles, which for so long was craved intensely...

The Incredible Story of Kevin Barry: The Young Hero In the annals of Irish history, there are countless tales of bravery and sacrifice, but few resonate as deeply as the story of Kevin Barry. A young IRA soldier during the tumultuous period of Ireland's struggle for independence, Kevin Barry's short life left an indelible mark on the hearts and...

Marking 100 Years of the Irish Free State On 6 December 1922 , the course of Éire’s fate would change forever with the creation of the Irish Free State. Today marks 100 years since this momentous occasion in our nation’s history , when our country’s long yearned-for dream became a reality, and for the first time in our history, Ireland was...

We commemorate the man who paid the ultimate sacrifice in securing independence for Ireland.

Happy Australia Day! Today we mark Australia Day – an important day in Australian history, but also a day for other nations to celebrate this beautiful country. And I can’t think of anything more worthy of celebrating than Australia’s exquisite numismatic history and one of the world’s most renowned coins – The Gold Nugget ! The Perth Mint’s...

A WORLD RECORD BREAKING TREASURE ! The story of the SS City of Cairo is an incredible story of tragedy, treachery, courage, and endurance . On a cold November night in the South Atlantic during the Second World War, a wartime passenger ship carrying over 300 passengers and a top-secret cargo was torpedoed and sunk by a German U-Boat. As the ship...

The famous gold Krugerrand: the pinnacle of technical excellence One of the most prestigious gold coins in the world, the South African Krugerrand is nothing short of a masterpiece . This magnificent coin paved the way for world gold coinage, with the Canadian Maple Leaf and Australian Nugget, amongst many others, taking inspiration from the...

Exploring the Fascinating World of Coins at The World Money Fair The World Money Fair in Berlin is now one of the biggest coin events across the globe, and it is the ultimate event to visit for coin enthusiasts and collectors. Whether you are a seasoned coin collector, or just starting off, it is a great opportunity to meet people from all walks...

The Irish Origins of Halloween: A Journey Through Celtic Tradition From the carved pumpkins adorning porches to the costumed children trick-or-treating, Halloween is a time-honoured tradition that marks the onset of autumn. But have you ever wondered where these customs originated? Well, it may come as a surprise to some, but many of these...