The secret life of money

We invite you to step into a shadowy underworld where money is used to hide secrets and aid escapes from danger.

From real-life accounts of spies and double agents to the fictional adventures of Hollywood’s finest, our new interactive exhibition explores hidden stories of how money and gold have been used in covert operations and life-threatening missions.

Rarely seen objects are on public display and you can test your skills as a master codebreaker with our interactive exhibits. Plus, crack our cryptex and discover the code word for your opportunity to win a Half-Sovereign 2020 Gold Proof Coin.