Discover more about The Royal Mint

View the latest number of coins that have been issued into circulation in the United Kingdom.

Discover the art and craft of coin design through the coins in circulation today. View the designs featured on current and previous years’ UK coinage.

Since 1489, the Sovereign has left a lasting impression in the history of coinage. In fact, it is considered by many as the flagship coin of The Royal Mint.

Britannia has been an icon of Britain’s coinage for 2,000 years. Learn more about this enduring symbol and the history behind her portrait.

The processes involved in producing a coin can be broken down into three different sections: heritage, craftsmanship and quality. 

Proof coins represent the pinnacle of the minter’s art - we explain what goes into producing them at The Royal Mint.

The monarchy has guided Britain for centuries and has influenced and contributed to the religion, geography, laws, language and government that exist today.

As D-Day approached, Britain prepared for the biggest change in its monetary system for more than 1,000 years. Explore the story of decimal coinage and how Britain adapted to the change.