In this video I’m unboxing and reviewing the 2026 1oz Gold Loch Ness coin from The Royal Mint’s “mysterious creatures” series, and I’m answering the big question: is it actually worth buying at the premium? I go through the coin properly—what you’re getting for your money, how it presents out of the packaging, and the sort of buyer it suits (stacker vs collector). This one’s aimed at anyone in the UK who likes modern Royal Mint releases but still wants to keep their stacking head on. I also talk about buying through a UK dealer you can rely on, because where you buy matters just as much as what you buy. This video was made possible by Tavex Bullion, and I’ve dealt with them as a proper UK-based precious metals dealer with offices around Europe. And because I’m big on avoiding fakes and buying with confidence, I mention the Sigma Metalytics testing route I use through Trusti Metrix—especially useful if you’re picking up higher-value gold like this and want that extra peace of mind. As always, none of this is financial advice—just what I look for and what I’ve learned building my stack over time.