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Silver tokens dedicated to the 'Harry Potter' universe have recently been gaining popularity. These items feature the crests of the Hogwarts school houses and are in demand among fans of the franchise. The quality of such tokens is generally high—they are neatly crafted and have a shiny surface.
| House | Main Symbol on Crest |
| Slytherin | Snake |
| Ravenclaw | Eagle/Raven |
| Hufflepuff | Badger |
| Gryffindor | Griffin/Lion |
Silver tokens dedicated to the 'Harry Potter' universe have recently been gaining popularity. These items feature the crests of the Hogwarts school houses and are in demand among fans of the franchise. The quality of such tokens is generally high—they are neatly crafted and have a shiny surface.
Although such tokens are very popular in the US, their cost can be quite high. For example, pieces from the Harry Potter series were sold for about $45, which is considered expensive for the American market, as many local tokens are priced closer to the spot price of silver.
Such items are perfect for a themed collection aimed at fans of a specific universe.
The Australian 'Koala' coin series, issued since 2007, has recently become increasingly sought after by collectors. While it was previously viewed with less interest compared to other Australian series like the 'Kookaburra,' the popularity gap is now narrowing.
From a legal standpoint, these items are coins, not tokens, as they have a face value (e.g., 1 Australian dollar) and are issued by an authorized issuer. This is an important criterion that distinguishes official legal tender from simple silver bullion.
It is noted among collectors that some issue years are harder to find. For example, the 2008 coin is considered one of the rarest and most difficult to find items in the series. The other issues are generally more available for purchase.
New and interesting series are also appearing on the numismatic market. One of them is the 'Slovak Eagle,' issued under the authority of Niue. The coins in this series are distinguished by a strict and concise design. The 2024 issue already features a portrait of King Charles III.
Another notable series is the 'Golden Eagle' from Samoa. The third coin in this series has an interesting design: the obverse field is divided into two parts—matte and glossy—creating an attractive visual effect. Such design choices make the coin particularly appealing to collectors.
Australian coins remain among the most popular. The 'Kookaburra' series is a classic, but completing the entire collection can be challenging due to the large number of issues and gaps. When buying older pieces online, one should be cautious, as they may have scratches not visible in standard photographs.
Among the new releases, coins with Eastern motifs stand out. For example, the 2025 'Double Phoenix' coin with a portrait of Charles III and the 2017 'Dragon and Phoenix' coin with a portrait of Elizabeth II. The latter is a coveted piece for many collectors seeking to fill gaps in their collections.
Mints continue to experiment with themes. The 'Mythical Creatures' series from Niue features coins with images of various mythological beings. The second coin in the series was the 'Siren'. Despite an interesting reverse featuring a ship's wheel, the obverse design might seem somewhat dull to some collectors.
A more unusual series is 'Silkpunk,' issued by Cameroon. The second coin in the series is dedicated to a female figure in a futuristic Asian style. These coins are characterized by high detail and intricate design, which attracts fans of cyberpunk and artificial intelligence themes. It is expected that such unconventional series will be in demand.
