Welcome to JWB Coins & Collectables News
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This News section is where we share practical collecting advice, background on the pieces we sell, and straightforward guides to help you buy with confidence. Some readers will be building a collection from scratch, others will be looking for a specific date, design, or theme, or simply choosing a piece with a story behind it. Wherever you are starting from, our aim is to make it easier to find the right item and understand what you are buying.
J.W.B Coins & Collectables is an established UK family run business founded in 2007. Coins are where it all began, and they remain at the heart of what we do. Over time, the business has grown to include banknotes and a wide range of collectables, from medals and tokens to postcards, jewellery, antiques, and more.
Our story
J.W.B Coins began with a fascination for coins and the history behind them. Over the years, that passion grew into a full time business, and our range expanded too. Today we handle coins and banknotes alongside medals and tokens, stamps, postcards, militaria, antiques, jewellery, art, memorabilia, and unique gifts.
Whether you are new to collecting or you are a seasoned numismatist, we like being able to explain what an item is, why it matters, and what to look for when you are choosing one. This News section is also where we will share updates and interesting stories from the wider collecting world.
If you would like to read the full story behind the business, you can find it on our About us page.
The main collecting areas
If you already know what you are interested in, you can jump straight into our main collections.
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You will also find medals and tokens, stamps, antiques, militaria, art, and gifts. You can browse these from the menu at the top of the site.
How we work
A few things matter to us, and they shape how we list and describe items.
- We focus on authentic pieces, with condition described clearly and honestly.
- We aim for straightforward listings so you can make a confident decision.
- We offer a secure checkout with SSL protection.
- Orders placed before 12pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day.
- Free UK delivery on orders over £50, with worldwide shipping available.
- You have 14 days to return. Just contact us first and we will help you sort it quickly.
What we will be sharing in News
Over time, we will build a set of guides across the main areas of the shop. You can expect posts such as beginner friendly explainers, practical storage and care advice, spotlights on interesting designs and themes, and buying tips that help you choose pieces that suit your interests and budget.
We will also share background posts that explore the history behind the items we handle, from the stories coins and banknotes can tell, to the places, events, and everyday life captured in postcards, medals, and other collectables.
JWB Books
As the business has grown, we have also expanded into related areas. In addition to J.W.B Coins & Collectables, we run J.W.B Books, specialising in second hand, vintage, and antique books. If you are a book collector too, you can browse the latest stock at jwbbooks.co.uk.
Stay in the loop
If you would like to keep up to date with us, you can join our newsletter using the sign up form on the website. We keep it simple, and you can unsubscribe at any time.