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The New Definitive Coin Designs

The New Definitive Coin Designs

2nd January 2024 

Inspired by conservation and the natural world, the designs also pay tribute to the four nations of the UK.  

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The Rarest 50p Coins

The Rarest 50p Coins

17th April 2023 

A select few of these superb coins have become some of the rarest 50p coins ever struck by The Royal Mint. 

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The Rarest UK £2 Coins

The Rarest UK £2 Coins

21st August 2023 

In this article, we will explore the history behind the coin and discover the nine rarest £2 coins to be produced by The Royal Mint. 

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Axel Scheffler Reflects on The Gruffalo’s Child

An Exclusive Interview

28th July 2024 

We asked illustrator Axel Scheffler to look back and tell us about how he developed the characters for The Gruffalo's Child

Celebrating Twenty Years
Rare Coins

Rare Coins

8th November 2023 

The Royal Mint has been creating coins since AD 886 some of these coins could possibly be rare and might be very valuable. 

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When Giants Roamed the Earth

When Giants Roamed the Earth

21st October 2024 

The Pleistocene Epoch, also referred to as the Ice Age, began around 2.6 million years ago.

Discover The Ice Age Giants
The Snowman™: A Magical Journey on Coins

The Snowman™: A Magical Journey on Coins

14th October 2024 

Our Snowman UK 50p coins have also become something of an annual tradition for The Royal Mint since 2018.

Discover The Snowman™
The Queen’s Panther: Sleek Seymour Sentinel

The Queen’s Panther: Sleek Seymour Sentinel

17th September 2024 

The Queen’s Panther is the latest beast to feature on a coin as part of The Royal Tudor Beasts Collection. 

A Mighty Beast
 
Five Ways Precious Metals Could Act as a Hedge Against Inflation

Five Ways Precious Metals Could Act as a Hedge Against Inflation

7th August 2024 

In the dynamic global economy, inflation is a persistent challenge that can diminish the purchasing power of money and impact savings. 

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Understanding the Gold-Silver Ratio

Understanding the Gold-Silver Ratio

18th July 2024 

One important concept in the precious metals market is the gold-silver ratio. In simple terms, this measures the relative value of gold to silver. 

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Generational Divide in Investing, Giving and Preserving Wealth

Generational Divide in Investing, Giving and Preserving Wealth

11th July 2024 

The Bank of America Private Bank Study show that high-net-worth individuals believe U.S. stocks offer the best opportunities for growing assets. 

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An Iconic Era of Bond

An Iconic Era of Bond

8th July 2024 

An incredible decade of movies naturally necessitated an equally excellent coin design. 

Discover 2010s Bond
Team GB and ParalympicsGB

Team GB and ParalympicsGB

2nd July 2024 

We spoke with the visual designer to learn more about his work for the Team GB and ParalympicsGB 2024 UK Coin. 

Meet the Maker
The Making of a Medallic Masterpiece

The Making of a Medallic Masterpiece

24th June 2024 

A design imbued with intricacy and ornate detail, it is understandable how it could take an artist three decades to perfect. 

Read about the Waterloo Medal
 
Engraved in History, Inscribed in Sand

Engraved in History, Inscribed in Sand

20th May 2024 

On 6 June 1944, a day now known as D-Day, Allied forces embarked on a monumental operation that would determine the course of history. 

Honouring D-Day
Britannia: An Ancient Symbol of Strength and Fortitude

An Ancient Symbol of Strength and Fortitude

8th March 2024 

Britannia, a legendary figure and an iconic emblem in the numismatic world, has featured on British coins since the reign of Charles II. 

Discover The History Of The National Gallery
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of George Michael

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of George Michael

26th February 2024 

One of the bestselling musicians of all time, George Michael was a truly groundbreaking singer, songwriter, producer and performer. 

Discover The Legacy
 
What is a Die Trial Piece?

What is a Die Trial Piece?

16th January 2024 

A die trial piece is a coin-like piece that we produce when we are developing new coins and techniques at The Royal Mint. 

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Significant Moments for The Sovereign

Significant Moments for The Sovereign

2nd November 2023 

With an impressive history dating back to 1489, The Sovereign has become known as the ‘chief coin of the world’ because of its accuracy and reliability. 

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Discover the Joy of Collecting

Discover the Joy of Collecting

7th September 2023 

Whatever your interest, we can help you commemorate your passions through fascinating coin collections and discover your next greatest find. 

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Uncover the Stories Behind Your Collections

Uncover the Stories Behind Your Collections

7th September 2023 

Each coin comes with a story, steeped in the history of how it was made and why that theme became commemorated on coinage.  

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Coin Names and Nicknames

Coin Names and Nicknames

10th August 2020 

We present to you a selection of our best attempts at referencing and researching the murky history of coin nicknames. 

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