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Unveiling the 2023 JRR Tolkien £2 Coin: A Detailed Review
In the world of numismatics, the release of the 2023 J.R.R. Tolkien £2 coin has sparked a renewed appreciation for the literary giant behind such epics as “The Lord of the Rings.” Bearing the iconic Tolkien monogram encircled by runes, this piece is a tribute to the author whose narratives have transcended time, offering a...
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Paddington Bear 50p Coins: Are They Actually Rare?
As an icon across all generations, Paddington Bear has secured his place as one of Britain’s most beloved fictional characters. His charming personality has seen him appear in numerous books, films, and tv shows and so it seemed fitting that he would be recognised on the latest commemorative 50p coins in 2018. Unsurprisingly, the coin...
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British Crown Coins: Types, Values and Identification
A British crown can refer to several different coins and commemorative issues. The denomination and date alone are not enough to establish a value. What affects a crown’s value? Check the date, monarch, design, metal, finish, condition and whether the coin is a circulating-era issue or a commemorative crown. Silver and Proof examples must be...
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What To Do With Your Old Coins And Banknotes
Currency within the UK changes fairly frequently leading to coins and banknotes being taken out of circulation. When this happens, the Bank of England will usually give a set time period for people to exchange their old currency for the new coins or notes that are being released. But what happens if you miss this...
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Unveiling the 2023 JRR Tolkien £2 Coin: A Detailed Review
In the world of numismatics, the release of the 2023 J.R.R. Tolkien £2 coin has sparked a renewed appreciation for the literary giant behind such epics as “The Lord of the Rings.” Bearing the iconic Tolkien monogram encircled by runes, this piece is a tribute to the author whose narratives have transcended time, offering a...
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What is the difference between crypto held on an exchange and self-custodied crypto in a failure?
Short answer: If crypto is held on an exchange, a platform failure can become a question about the provider’s records, terms, custody arrangement, insolvency process and any claim you may have. If crypto is self-custodied, the exchange is not holding it for you, so an exchange insolvency is usually not the immediate problem. The risk...
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Can deepfake detection prove a video is real?
Can deepfake detection prove a video is real? No. A positive deepfake-detector result cannot prove that a video is real, that the person shown made it, or that the financial claim in the video is true. It is one technical signal, usually expressed as a probability or risk assessment. It is not a certificate of...
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What does ‘verifiable’ mean in a digital credential or blockchain record?
What does ‘verifiable’ mean in a digital credential or blockchain record? Short answer: “Verifiable” usually means that software can check a cryptographic proof and detect whether the protected data has been changed. In a digital credential, that may show that a particular key signed the credential and that the credential passes technical checks. In a...
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