For the last couple of years, Ian Lambert has been creating his very own range of TGBCH coins. Initially people were hesitant about collecting these at all, but as time has gone on each new release has gained more and more attention.
Of course, whilst these coins are not legal tender, they do have a couple of other strengths…… They give people the opportunity to collect additional 50p-shaped designs (both in plain metal and in colour). And they also offer people an alternative to the token coins for sale at places such as The Westminster Collection.
In my opinion, designs for TGBCH coins have got better and better since they began. And it would seem other collectors are in agreement as quite a few of the more recent TGBCH issues have sold out already. These are also exclusive releases; for when Mr Lambert declares only a certain number will be created, he means it.
It is quite feasible that these coins will go on to be quite sought-after in the years to come – meaning they will assume their own value on the secondary market too. In fact, coins in his ‘100 Club’ range are far more exclusive than most. This is because, as the name of this group suggests, only one hundred of each will ever be on sale.
TGBCH coins make a very nice addition to any numismatists collection. And the enamelled releases will add a lovely splash of colour to it all. Considering how popular these are now proving to be, it is advisable to invest in a few. Otherwise you may well regret not doing so in the not too distant.
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