Yesterday saw the Royal Mint release the second in the series of the GRUFFALO coin.
The Gruffalo is a much loved children's book and is even a favourite of my little 1/2pint. So when I fist heard they would be releasing them, I knew, regardless of price, I had to get the "full set" for him.
(The first gruffalo SOLD OUT )
Although the RM is less than 5 minutes from the house, the new coin was released at 9am on a Thursday. Being stuck in work, I ordered/reserved my coin online and am expecting delivery by the weekend:
With over 65% already reserved, it won't be long before they sell out. So if you're thinking of picking some up either let me know and I'll go get them personally OR order direct from the RM as P&P is free on orders over £45.
I'm glad that the RM kept the mintage figures at just 25000. The value of silver in these coins is worth a fraction of its actual cost, so I'm hoping that it's collectable value will increase over time.
The Gruffalo has been around for 20yrs and its popularity continues to grow, so I'm hoping that in another 20yrs time this little series will have gone up.
With a face value of just 50p (£0.50/$0.65USD) and weighing in at just 8g, the artist has done a great job bringing this coin "to life". In my opinion, I think it looks so much better than the first coin. The introduction of the mouse and a full shot of the Gruffalo really does make the coin POP!!
WHAT DO YOU GUYS THINK? Have I bought another clanger than will I never make my money back on? Or will this be a great investment and something my kids will still enjoy long after I've gone?
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