Branch Mints
The Royal Mint operated branch mints across the British Empire between 1855 and 1932. Located in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Ottawa, Bombay (now Mumbai) and Pretoria.
Branch Mints and The British Empire
Throughout history, coinage has played an important role during periods of conflict, with branch mints serving a vital function throughout the British Empire between 1855 and 1932.
The Bombay Branch Mint
Although India had no gold rush, wartime naval blockades diverted South African gold there. A branch mint was established, and Sovereigns were struck in Bombay (now Mumbai) for one year only.
The History of Branch Mint Sovereigns
Alongside coins struck at The Royal Mint in Tower Hill, Sovereigns were also struck at branch mints near where the gold was mined between 1855 and 1932..
