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What happens if I’m not entirely happy with my purchase?
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However, for non-bullion items, should you be unhappy with your purchase or it is in any way not as described we will accept refunds within 14 days of you receiving your item(s). If uncertain about a purchase, we encourage our clients to ask any questions beforehand so as to minimise the time our valuable coins spend in transit.
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Henry VIII gold Crown of Double Rose, Bristol, under Sharrington
Henry VIII (1509-47), gold Crown of the Double Rose, third coinage (1544-47), Bristol Mint, initial mark WS ligatured on reverse only, for Master William Sharrington, large crowned rose, crowned h to left, crowned R to right, beaded circle surrounding, Lombardic lettering, trefoil at start of legend, + hEnRIC.9 VIII * ROSA SInE SPInA*x, rev. crowned quartered shield of arms, crowned h to left, crowned R to right, legend with slipped trefoil and saltire stops with two rosettes, :WS: D'G; AnGLIExx.*.xx FRA'. Z. hIB'. REX :, 2.87g (Schneider 640; N.1836; S.2309). Toned, weakly struck in parts of legend, otherwise a bold to good very fine and rare.
The Latin legends translate as on the obverse " Henry the Eighth, a dazzling rose without a thorn" and on the reverse " By the Grace of God, King of England France and Ireland".
The Bristol Mint has its own distinct styles of lettering and legend stops when compared to the Tower Mint productions. The use of the VIII with Henry differs from the Tower Mint in the third coinage which usually have "8" and Giles Evenet the engraver employed at Bristol often uses rosettes in the make up of his legends upon such coins.
Coins derive their value from their rarity, condition, visual appeal and - most importantly – the size of their collector base. Our specialists are experienced at assessing preservation and identifying details that distinguish a common coin from a valuable one.
I have coins to sell, what’s the next step?
Contact one of our specialists directly or email info@sovr.co.uk with pictures or a description of your coins and we will get back to you as soon as possible with an idea of value.
How will my purchases be shipped?
We ship via registered post for items under £3,000 and by courier for more valuable or bulky items. Every shipment from Sovereign Rarities is fully covered by our insurance. If you are concerned, please contact us with any queries at info@sovr.co.uk.
What happens if I’m not entirely happy with my purchase?
On bullion products the price of goods are linked to underlying metal prices or financial markets and all sales are final, there are no refunds or exchanges. There is no statutory right to return or cancel an order once placed under the Financial Services (Distance Marketing) Regulations 2004 or Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013.
However, for non-bullion items, should you be unhappy with your purchase or it is in any way not as described we will accept refunds within 14 days of you receiving your item(s). If uncertain about a purchase, we encourage our clients to ask any questions beforehand so as to minimise the time our valuable coins spend in transit.