The Royal Mint has launched (17th September) the 2021-dated gold and silver collector’s edition of the immensely popular series entitled “The Queen’s Beasts,” first launched in 2016. The series of coins highlights both actual and mythical creatures often depicted in traditional and classic heraldry. This particular series was inspired by the 10 ancestral beasts that […]
United Kingdom: Partnership announced between Royal Mint and NGC to offer certified coins
The Royal Mint, along with the American-based Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, have announced (15th September) the formation of a partnership to offer coin collectors and investors encapsulated, authenticated, and graded products from the Royal Mint’s portion of new releases. In a press release distributed to the media, the Royal Mint, which is the official mint of […]
United States Mint and Royal Mint collaborate on Mayflower Anniversary coins and medals
Washington — The United States Mint (Mint) and The Royal Mint (United Kingdom) have collaborated to create two limited-edition sets marking the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower voyage. The story of the Mayflower is one that connects multiple communities, cultures, and countries. This transatlantic voyage brought 102 Pilgrims and migrants from Europe across the Atlantic and established a […]
United Kingdom: Second crown coins introduce the Royal Menagerie as part of ongoing “Tower of London” series
The Royal Mint has launched (17th August) the latest crown coins which introduce the Royal Menagerie and continue the epic story of London’s most imposing royal palace and fortress with the “Tower of London” series. The second coin in the series focuses on the first three lions that founded the Royal Menagerie. It all began […]
United Kingdom: New crown coins issued in remembrance of the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
The Royal Mint has released (10th August) new gold and silver Proof crown coins, which are in remembrance of the end of the Second World War that engulfed the world in fighting from Europe to Asia and involved armies from North America. 2020 marks the 75th anniversary since the end of the Second World War, […]
United Kingdom: Impressive and stately £5 gold piece with commemorative privy mark released
The Royal Mint has released (27th July) one of their most impressive and sought-after gold coins, the traditional £5 gold piece. Equal in weight to five Sovereign coins, this massive gold piece was occasionally seen in circulation since its introduction in 1820. Circulation quality £5 pieces were minted in 1887 and again in 1893 with […]
United Kingdom: DNA pioneer Rosalind Franklin features on latest “Innovation in Science” coin series
The Royal Mint has released (20th July) new 50-pence commemorative coins which honour one of the country’s most eminent scientists of the 20th century. The new coin, the second in the Royal Mint’s series entitled “Innovation in Science,” is issued on what would have been the 100th birthday of Rosalind Franklin. The coin is also […]
United Kingdom: Augmented reality features on final three-coin set in Tales of the Earth Dinosauria series
The Royal Mint has released (1st June) the third coin in their popular and first numismatic programme which utilised an augmented reality application as part of the design and theme. The third and last coin in the Tales of the Earth series features the latest depiction of prehistoric dinosaurs, the ferocious and fascinating creatures who […]
United Kingdom: Third and final £2 coin in the James Cook anniversary trilogy series released
The Royal Mint has released (18th May) their third and final coin which is part of the three-year series and recognised the 250th anniversary and chronicled the three-year extraordinary journey of Captain James Cook and his crew aboard the HM Bark Endeavour, beginning in August 1768. It is the first time Captain Cook has been […]
United Kingdom: 75th anniversary of VE-Day remembered on new £2 commemorative coins
The Royal Mint has released (4th May) new £2 commemorative coins remembering the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, which was celebrated throughout much of the European continent on the 8th May 1945. VE (Victory in Europe) Day is one of the greatest moments in British history and iconic images of […]
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