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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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James I 1605 Sixpence mintmark rose, year of the Gunpowder plot
James I (1603-25), silver Sixpence, 1605, second coinage (1604-19), third crowned bust right, beaded circles and legend surrounding, IACOBVS D; G. MAG; BRIT; FRA; ET HI; REX, initial mark rose (1605-06) both sides, rev. quartered shield of arms, date above, beaded circles and legend surrounding, .QVÆ. DEVS. CONIVNXIT. NEMO. SEPARET., weight 2.08g (N.2102; S.2657). Toned, a little clipped with a clear date, good fine, the year of the gunpowder plot.
The abbreviated Latin legends translate as on the obverse "James by the Grace of God, King of Great Britain, France and Ireland"; and on the reverse "What God hath joined, let no man put asunder" a Psalm from the Bible.
The rose mint mark in the second coinage was used for the dates 1605 and 1606, the latter the year of Guy Fawkes and the gunpowder plot.
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.