50 years of the 50p
British Culture Set
The only coin from the 50p British Culture Set to be available as a single coin. Collect this coin by striking it at The Royal Mint Experience.
Discover the wide variety of gold, silver and platinum bullion coins and bars produced by The Royal Mint, including Britannia, The Queen's Beasts series and our flagship range The Sovereign.
Our Historic Coins are carefully sourced, authentic British coins, struck by The Royal Mint before decimalisation. Individual coins or coins presented in sets and discover the fascinating stories behind everyone.
Since The Royal Mint struck the first Sovereign in 1489, the gold coin has survived retirement, rebirth and reform to become a modern classic with a unique legacy.
Inspired and iconic, Britannia embodies the very spirit of a nation, leading where others follow.
The pig is the sixth design in the series, and is the twelfth and final sign of the Chinese zodiac, appearing once every 12 years.
