Discover more from The Royal Mint

Coin designs and specifications

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.

Mintage figures

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

The Sovereign

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

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.

What is a commemorative coin?

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

Coin Collecting

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

Royalty

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

Decimalisation

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.