News & Articles
NEW The New Zealand Mint’s 2021 1oz Silver Galileo Coin
We are super excited to announce that the 2021 1oz Silver NIUE Icons Of Inspiration Galileo Coin has landed at Bleyer. Read more about Galileo, his discoveries and the coin design.
Hospitality Sector Warns of Rise in Food and Drink Prices
The rise of food and drink prices have been described as “terrifying” by Food and Drink Federation Chief Executive. The inflation within the UK economy is to blame. Learn more about how this affected Silver and Gold prices.
Protecting Your Coins With Coin Capsules
Protecting your bullion is vital to prevent premature tarnishing. Learn more about how coin capsules can preserve the appearance and shine of your bullion.
NEW The Royal Mint’s 2022 10oz Silver White Greyhound of Richmond Coin
We are super excited to announce the 2022 10oz Silver White Greyhound Of Richmond Coin. Learn more about this magnificent new coin design and the history of the White Greyhound of Richmond.
UK Expected To Face Christmas Shortages
Shop owners in the UK have been warning customers that there could be a shortage on toys and food this Christmas. Learn more about how this affected Silver and Gold prices.
The Origins of Silver Stacking
The term silver stacking is used a lot within precious metals investment … but where has it come from? Learn more about silver stacking and the origins surrounding the stacking of silver.
NEW The Royal Mint’s 2022 1oz Gold & Silver Britannia Coins
We are very pleased to announce the release of The Royal Mint’s 2022 Britannia coin in 1oz gold & silver. Read more about the history of Britannia, the coin design and its advanced security features.
Military Tensions Rise Between China and Taiwan to Their Highest in 40 Years
Taiwan’s defence minister stated that the military tensions between Taiwan and China are at their worst in 40 years, but how is this affecting Gold and Silver prices.
NEW Pressburg Mint’s 2021 Silver Tokelau Zodiac Coins
We are proud to announce the release of the 2021 1oz Silver Tokelau Zodiac Coins and are available at Bleyer, individually or as the full twelve-piece full set. Learn about zodiac signs and the design of these spectacular coins.
The Effect the Fuel Crisis is Having on Precious Metals
Two more gas suppliers have collapsed due to the gas crisis affecting 1.5m UK homes. We take a look at what effect this has had on gold and silver prices.
The Gas Crisis Affects Nearly 1.5m UK Homes
Two more gas suppliers have collapsed due to the gas crisis affecting 1.5m UK homes. We take a look at what effect this has had on gold and silver prices.
NEW The Royal Mint’s 2022 Gold & Silver Maid Marian Coins
The Royal Mint’s 2022 Maid Marian coin has arrived at Bleyer in 1oz gold & silver. Read more about the coin design, the fable of Robin Hood, and his loyal companion Maid Marian.
What Are Milk Spots And Why Are They On My Coins?
You see strange white marks on your silver coins… Unfortunately, you’re not alone. It’s a common story. Learn more about milk spots and why they appear here.
The World’s Great Precious Metal Refiners
There are seven refineries renowned around the world to reign supreme over all the others. These refineries use centuries-old methods and high-tech, techniques to create the brilliant gold bullion blocks and shiny silver coins we know and love. Learn more about them here.
How Much Gold Is There Left To Mine In The World?
We’ve been mining gold for centuries, but we seldom stop to think about how much is left in the world, and if one day it might just… run out. But just how much gold is there left to mine?
Bullion Quality & What To Expect
Bleyer sells bullion in a variety of conditions and handles everything with the utmost care and delicacy. This article looks at the different levels of quality in bullion coins and bars and how this quality affects retail value.
Ramadan & the Importance of Zakat Gold
Gold is considered to have an important role in Ramadan through Zakat. This article looks at what this is and why gold is an important aspect of charitable giving in the Islamic religion.
NEW The Royal Mint Queen’s Beast 2021 Completer Coin
We’re very pleased to announce the release of the new Queen’s Beasts 2021 Completer Coin which is the eleventh and final coin in the highly popular Queen’s Beasts Collection.
Why is Saint George on Gold Sovereign Coins?
Saint George is one of the most iconic symbols in recent history. Since 1817, he’s been featured on the world-famous UK sovereign coins, and most recently, the UK Valiant coins. We explored who Saint George was and why he appears so often on bullion coins from the UK.
Bleyer’s 12th Blooming Birthday
We’re celebrating our 12th birthday on the 1st May 2021 and we’re doing some special things to celebrate.
NEW The Royal Mint’s 2021 Silver Valiant Coin
The Royal Mint’s silver Valiant coin returns for the fourth year as a 10oz coin and third year as a 1oz coin. Read more about the coin’s design, the iconic Saint George, and his famous slaying of the dragon.
Bleyer’s Easter Opening Times
Bleyer will be closed during Good Friday and bank holiday Monday. In this article, you’ll find out Bleyer’s Easter cut-off times and a word from Bleyer’s Managing Director, Caroline.
What Do We Mean By The Margin Scheme?
Prices on some silver, platinum, and palladium on our website are displayed under the ‘Margin Scheme’ which means that the prices include VAT. Learn more in this article.
Silver Prices Soar to 8 Year Highs Becoming the New ‘GameStop’ Investment
Silver prices have hit an eight-year high after small-time traders swapped tips on a large Reddit forum to collectively drive prices up.
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Coronavirus: A Note From Bleyer [UPDATED]
Bleyer’s managing director has written a few words about Bleyer’s current operations during the coronavirus outbreak.
NEW The Royal Mint’s 2021 Gold Sovereign Coin
This iconic gold coin remains a firm favourite for all kinds of wealth protection and is loved by collectors and investors worldwide. The Royal Mint has produced a 2021 edition. Introducing the 2021 UK Gold Sovereign coin.
Bleyer Wins Platinum Customer Service Award
We’re super delighted to announce that we’ve received a special award from Feefo for all of the positive reviews you’ve been leaving.
We couldn’t be more delighted to know that all our hard work is paying off and that all of you are happy about our exceptional customer service.
Handpoured Silver Unity Rounds – CALM Charity Update
We cannot thank everyone enough for supporting us and our charities with our 1oz Silver Unity Rounds and 2oz Silver Unity Rounds. Here’s an update from Rosy Candel, Corporate Fundraising Officer at CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).
Bleyer’s Christmas Opening Times
Bleyer will be closed during Christmas and the new year. In this article, you’ll find our Christmas cut-off times and a word from Bleyer’s Managing Director, Caroline.
Handpoured Silver Unity Rounds – NDADA Charity Update
A massive thank you to everyone who’s supported us and our charities through buying our hand-poured charity unity rounds. Here’s an update from Sue Wallis, the Chief Executive Officer at NDADA (North Devon Against Domestic Abuse).
Top Tips on Home Security When Storing Your Bullion At Home
Buying gold and silver bullion is a great way of protecting your finances, especially during times of economic uncertainty. It’s a little like financial insurance. However, with the appeal of gold and silver also comes the responsibility of keeping it safe. Having a secure storage plan for your gold and silver is crucial if you plan on keeping it at home safely.
Hand Poured Silver Charity Unity Round Exclusive to Bleyer
A massive thank you to everyone who’s supported us and our charities through buying our hand-poured charity unity rounds. Here’s an update from Sue Wallis, the Chief Executive Officer at NDADA (North Devon Against Domestic Abuse).
COVID-19 Vaccine Announced
A covid vaccine is within reach after news that a vaccine has been found to be 90% effective in protecting people from transmitting the virus. We take a look at what effect this has had on gold and silver prices.
Joe Biden Speculated To Win Presidency
The new president of the United States has been speculated to win the presidency after a truly spectacular race. Although not officially confirmed, Joe Biden has beaten Donald Trump by achieving the 270 electoral college vote threshold needed to become the 46th American president. We take a look at what effect this has had on gold and silver prices.
NEW The Royal Mint Queen’s Beast 2021 White Greyhound Coins
What an epic conclusion to a truly stunning series. The final instalment of The Royal Mint’s epic Queen’s Beast series has finally been revealed. Introducing the 2021 Queen’s Beast White Greyhound of Richmond coin.
Coronavirus: Open As Usual
Following the new national lockdown, we would like to let all of our valued customers know that we’ll be open as usual throughout this time. If you’d like to speak to one of the members of the team, you can reach us via email at sales@bleyer.co.uk or give us a call during office hours (Monday to Friday 10am – 5:30pm) on 01769 618618.
New The Royal Mint’s 2021 UK Britannia Coin
The 2021 Britannia coin design has finally been revealed. This edition comes with some distinctly new features making it different from the rest of the previous Britannia coins.
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20 Secret (and Ingenious) Places to Store Your Bullion at Home [UPDATED]
If you’re an investor or collector of physical bullion bars and coins, and you don’t store your precious metals offshore, then a popular method of storing your precious metals may be at home. The aim is to hide your treasure somewhere so unusual, an intruder never finds it.
Are Precious Metal Prices Being Manipulated During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
There have been some discrepancies in the precious metal markets since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic and this article looks at three examples where powerful entities have lined their pockets by benefitting from the disruption and exploiting loopholes.
Gold Prices Soar to All-Time Highs
Gold prices continue to surge higher and higher with coronavirus cases still increasing, simmering US-China tensions on the rise and slow global economic growth.
Supporting The Barn Owl Trust With Silver During Coronavirus
A lot of charities have taken a hit during the Coronavirus pandemic, and after recently raising a baby owl here on the Bleyer farm, we want to do what we can to ensure The Barn Owl Trust charity gets all the support it needs. Learn how our hand-poured silver bars are supporting The Barn Owl Trust during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pre-orders and Back-orders – Expected Delivery Times
Thank you to everyone who has back-ordered and pre-ordered with us. Despite all of the coronavirus complications, we’ve been receiving and shipping orders on a daily basis. The following information is (to the best of our knowledge) the most up-to-date estimations on delivery dates from June 2020.
Advantages & Disadvantages Modern Monetary Theory (MMT)
The coronavirus has taken governments around the world to new unprecedented levels. One of those has been the new economic model rolled out by central banks to fund the economic downturn during this time of likely recession. This article looks at what Modern Money Theory (MMT) is and its advantages and disadvantages.
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Coin Guide: Gold & Silver Chinese Panda Coins [UPDATED]
With the release of the latest edition of the 2020 Chinese Panda coin, we’re taking a look at the history of this People’s Bank of China’s bullion series and the cultural significance behind the magnificent panda bear.
Could COVID-19 Government Spending Lead to HyperInflation?
With the coronavirus continuing to spread, economies are bracing themselves for what’s to come. We take a look at the support packages that have been offered to governments by their respective central banks and what repercussions this could have.
Coronavirus: Crash, Recession or New Great Depression?
We take a look at the biggest recessions from the past century, what led them to occur and, following recent crashes caused by the coronavirus pandemic, if there are any warning signs that could arguably lead us into a new recession, or worse, a new great depression.
3 Interesting Coronavirus and Precious Metal Investment Trends (Opinion Piece)
The coronavirus has been causing havoc in markets all over the world and investors are deploying all sorts of investment tactics. The information for this week’s article was sent into us by our good friend, Russell, who explores 3 interesting precious metal investment trends.
Coronavirus and the Impact on Gold Prices
Markets across the world have been seriously hit by the fears of the spread of coronavirus, driving economies into another recession. Here’s a look at other key driving factors and how all this has impacted gold prices.
New The Royal Mint’s 2020 Queen’s Beast White Horse of Hanover Coins
Another truly spectacular design from The Royal Mint. The penultimate instalment of The Royal Mint’s stunning Queen’s Beast series is finally here. Introducing the 2020 Queen’s Beast White Horse of Hanover coin.
Inside The Bank Of England’s Gold Vaults
The Bank of England was founded in 1694 and is now home to some of the largest amounts of gold in the world. This article takes a rare look behind the scenes.
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Brexit Withdrawal Agreement Timeline: Impact on Gold Prices (2016 – 2020) [UPDATED]
We thought it would be interesting to see just how this whole process has affected gold prices since the referendum result in 2016.
IMF warns of new ‘Great Depression’
It may have slipped under the radar for some, but the IMF (International Monetary Fund) gave a stark warning about the global economy last week. This article looks at why this was kept quiet, the justification for a crash and how you can financially safeguard your future finances.
What Does a Million Pound Coin Look Like?
A new British record has been set with the first coin to be bought for over £1million. This article looks at this remarkable coin, and why it was valued so highly.
Iran Tensions: Impact on Precious Metal Prices
We take a look at the events occurring between Iran and the U.S. from 28th December 2019 to 10th January 2020. This article looks at what has happened, reactions, and how this news has affected precious metal prices.
What do Gold & Silver Hallmark Symbols Represent?
In the UK, it is illegal to sell any item like gold, silver, platinum or palladium unless it has been hallmarked. The hallmark represents one of the oldest forms of consumer protection. This article will explore these symbols and what they represent.
Hand Poured 2020 Silver Charity Owl Bars Land at Bleyer
UK Bullion Dealer, trusted supplier of physical gold & silver bars and coins with fast, free and insured delivery.
NEW The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beast 2020 White Lion Coins
The Queen’s Beast series returns with a new edition! Please allow us to introduce, the 2020 White Lion of Mortimer is now available in both 1oz gold and 2oz silver. Learn more about the background of the design, the coin design, and the importance of the design for the series.
6 Interesting Facts about Investing in Palladium
After palladium surpassed the price of gold in 2018 and reached its highest-ever prices in 2019, investors and now starting to understand the benefit of having palladium in their precious metal investment portfolios. This article focuses on why palladium is an important investment metal.
5 Largest Coin Hoards Discovered in the UK
Imagine experiencing the rush felt by many explorers and metal detectorists in the discovery of real treasure! But what does one do when they find new coins? In this article, we’ll go through the five largest coin hoards discovered in the UK and what happened to them.
How to Spot a Fake Gold Coin
Would you know how to identify a fake gold coin if you saw one? Knowledge about what to look out for, along with a series of tests you can perform, will allow you to quickly identify a fake from a genuine gold coin. Learn our tips on what to look out for in this article.
NEW Tuvalu’s 2019 Hulk Marvel Series Coin
Prepare to feel quakes and tremors. The next in Tuvalu’s Marvel series has landed in our vaults! We’re very pleased to announce – The 2019 Incredible Hulk Coin is now available in 1oz Silver.
Silver Prices on the Rise
What a fascinating time it’s been. If you’ve been watching precious metals, it seems like the lid on the pressure cooker is slowly being released. After Gold’s recent price surge, Silver has been on an upward path for the last few weeks. Learn more in this week’s article.
Precious Metal ‘Bid/Ask’ Prices Explained
We were recently asked to explain how we calculate our prices for buying precious metals from our customers, so we thought we’d explain in a transparent way, how it is that we work this cost out. Learn more in this article.
S.W.A.G. (Silver, Wine, Art & Gold – Alternative Investments)
Are you an investor with a multi-asset portfolio? This week, we’re taking a look at ‘alternative investments’ and how this solution of diversification is beneficial to investors.
Capital Gains Tax Guide: What Bullion is CGT-Free?
You may have heard of the term ‘Capital Gains Tax’ but you might not quite understand how it relates to your precious metal investments. This article looks to explore CGT in more detail.
Series Spotlight – The New Zealand Mint’s Silver Star Wars Coins
With the recent release of The Perth Mint’s 1oz Silver NIUE Clone Trooper 2019 Coin, we thought we’d take some time to look at the other designs the mint has released so far for the series. Learn more in this week’s article.
What’s Happening Inside The World’s Central Bank Gold Vaults?
You may have heard in recent news that global central banks have been increasing their stockpiles and buying up gold. But why are they doing this and what does it mean? Learn more in this article.
Will Basel III Save Us From Financial Meltdown?
Basel III was designed to protect us from the types of chaos the economic world has experienced over the past couple of decades. But what is it? This article explores more.
Extra-Terrestrial Metal Markets: The Future of Bullion?
Psyche is an asteroid that NASA is currently studying, whose precious metal value is estimated at a phenomenal $700 quintillion. For the first time ever, we are exploring a world made not of rock or ice, but of metal. This week’s article explores more.
Underwater Treasure: A World of Discovered and Undiscovered Gold
Would you be willing to travel to the bottom of the ocean’s depths in search of lost treasure? What we know is what has been discovered by those who have gone out in search of lost treasure. In this article, you’ll find some of our favorite underwater treasure discoveries.
The Ancient Origins of Gold Coins
While the production processes are worlds apart, with modern methods of metallurgy being far safer and more reliable, with technological developments; the tradition of using gold has been traced back as far as the 6th century BC. Presenting the world’s first gold coin.
Coin Guide: The Royal Mint’s Silver UK ‘Valiant’ Coin
We’re very excited to announce The Royal Mint’s NEW 2019 10oz silver ‘Valiant’ coin. Read more about the coins design, the iconic Saint George and his famous slaying of the dragon.
Bleyer Bullion Turns 10 Years Old
Bleyer turns 10 years old this week and we’ve been celebrating by rewarding our customers with delicious handmade chocolates with every order. To commemorate this marvelous occasion, Caroline our Managing Director decided to share a few words.
NEW Tuvalu’s 2019 Captain America Marvel Series Coin
We’re very pleased to announce that The Perth Mint’s new 2019 ‘Captain America’ Marvel Series Coin is now available to order through Bleyer’s website in 1oz Silver. Please allow us to introduce you to the 6th addition to Tuvalu’s Marvel series – Captain America. Learn more about the bullion designs in this article.
Glossary: What is the Difference between Silver coins vs Silver rounds?
In this week’s article, we’ll be looking at what a silver round is, why investors and collectors would buy these, and the main differences of silver rounds and silver coins.
5 Interesting Facts About Investing in Rhodium
When we think of precious metals, many of us will only think of Gold and Silver. Yet Bleyer stock other precious metals as well, including Platinum, Palladium and Rhodium. Today, we’re going to focus on the rarest of them all, Rhodium. Here are some very interesting facts about this precious metal.
Hand Poured Silver Charity Owl Bars Return to Bleyer
With another 100 minted for us by Backyard Bullion, these bars will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. Read on to learn more about why we chose this design and the help it will bring to our charity of choice.
Glossary: Why is Gold measured in Carats?
Due to gold’s rarity, people have had to come up with a standard of measurement that can determine how much gold is actually in a bar of gold. This article looks at the term ‘carat’ and why it’s used to measure gold.
NEW The Royal Mint’s Queen’s Beast 2019 Yale Coins
The Queen’s Beast series is back with a new addition! Please allow us to introduce, the 2019 Yale of Beaufort is now available in both 1oz gold and 2oz silver. Learn more about the background of the design, the coin design, and the importance of the design for the series.
7 Interesting Facts about Investing in Platinum
The word platinum is synonymous with high value, timeless quality and trusted investment. But why is this? Learn more in our list of 7 interesting facts about investing in platinum.
4 Ways My Gold Investment Will Benefit My Children & Grandchildren
Many of our readers will already be investing in Gold and Silver. But how can we share a little of this investment with younger ‘family’ and loved ones? Here are our quick tips on getting the most out of your investments to benefit your family.
Series Spotlight – The Perth Mint’s Silver Australian Kookaburra Coins
With the release of the latest edition of the 2019 Australian Kookaburra coin, we’re taking a look at the history of this Perth Mint bullion series and the symbolism behind the wondrous bird. Learn more about the series in this article.
What Is Silver Stacking?
Silver stacking is a term that has grown in popularity and is now used to describe a person who accumulates small pieces of silver like coins, bars, and other hand poured silver items. This article takes a further look at what silver stacking is, and what it means to be a serious silver stacker.
Product Spotlight – Gold Sovereigns
This week we are going to shine the spotlight on a truly remarkable and continuously popular small gold coin – the British Gold Sovereign. Learn more about why this is one of our favourite bullion coins in our article.
How Gold Value Has Increased in 50 years
We continue to meet the varying needs of clients wanting to flexibly hold a proportion of their wealth in this ancient and trusted form. But how has the value of Gold changed in the last 50 years? Learn more in our blog.
Top 3 Bullion Gift Ideas For Christmas
Here’s our solution to gifting unique, quirky and of-value gifts, which will be appreciated and admired by people you’re struggling to buy gifts for. Here are our top 3 bullion gift ideas for Christmas
Best Practices For Sending Valuables In The Post
When sending valuable items in the post you should ensure your parcel is discreet, secure, insured and sent with the correct courier. Read our top tips on sending valuables in the post.
Hand Poured Silver Charity Owl Bars Exclusive to Bleyer
We are extremely excited and proud to announce the launch of our very first Bleyer hand poured silver bars! Read on to see how they were made, you can watch the video and learn what makes hand poured silver so special and find out about our choice of charity.
Why Do We Value Gold?
Gold has been the currency of choice for thousands of years, but why? In this article, we explore why we value gold and what it is that makes it so desirable.
NEW Tuvalu’s 2018 Deadpool Marvel Series Coin
We’re very pleased to announce that The Perth Mint’s new 2018 ‘Deadpool’ Marvel Series Coin is now available to order through Bleyer’s website in 1oz Silver. Please allow us to introduce you to the 5th addition to Tuvalu’s Marvel series – Deadpool. Learn more about the bullion designs in this week’s article.