URGENT UPDATE: A guest on the popular BBC show Antiques Roadshow was left in disbelief after discovering that his late father’s gold coin collection is valued at between £5,000 and £5,500. This astonishing revelation occurred at the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea during a recent episode.
The segment featured expert John Foster, who examined a remarkable collection housed in a striking red box. Foster highlighted the rarity of the coins, stating, “When you think of anyone like Edward VII‘s 1902 coronation, they would produce a set of coins, and this is the full set from that year, produced by the Royal Mint.”
The guest shared his emotional journey of discovery. “I came across them through my late dad,” he revealed. “He had this black box, and I asked him a few times, ‘What’s in it Dad?’ He always replied, ‘Never you mind.'” Following his father’s passing, the visitor found the key and opened the box, uncovering not only the coins but also his father’s war medals.
Foster emphasized the investment potential of such collections, noting, “Gold has proven just insanely good over the last few years.” He encouraged the guest not to sell the coins, recognizing their sentimental value. The guest responded, “Goodness me! I didn’t think they’d be that much. But no, I’m keeping them; they were handed down to him, so I’ll do the same.”
The emotional weight of this experience resonates, as the guest plans to pass the coins on to his niece, ensuring the family legacy endures. Viewers can catch the latest episode of Antiques Roadshow on BBC One and BBC iPlayer to witness this remarkable valuation and the heartfelt story behind it.
Stay tuned for more updates on similar captivating finds as Antiques Roadshow continues to unveil hidden treasures and their stories.
