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Discover great stories from history and how we're celebrating these moments within The Royal Mint. Whether you’re an avid collector looking for some inspiration or an investor, we have stories for everyone.
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2nd January 2024
Inspired by conservation and the natural world, the designs also pay tribute to the four nations of the UK.
17th April 2023
A select few of these superb coins have become some of the rarest 50p coins ever struck by The Royal Mint.
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.
7th September 2023
If you have a coin and are unsure about its history, rarity or authenticity we offer a range of services at The Royal Mint.
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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24th April 2025
Often hailed as the cradle of Western civilisation, Athens has played an unparalleled role in shaping British culture, architecture and intellectual life.
17th March 2025
John Lennon is one of the most popular and well-respected British musicians in history and remains a high-profile figure in pop culture more than 40 years after his passing.
7th February 2025
Bradley Morgan Johnson began his career as an architectural draughtsman before retraining as a production designer. We asked him about his experience of working on Britannia.
18th February 2025
This emblem held great significance for Henry VIII as it symbolised both the House of Lancaster and the House of Tudor.
15th January 2025
We delve into the story of George Orwell's life, exploring how his experiences shaped his opinions and writing.
27th January 2025
The development of the Waterloo Medal has been well documented. A design imbued with intricacy and ornate detail.
2nd January 2025
On 27 September 1825, George Stephenson’s steam-powered Locomotion No. 1 transported hundreds of passengers in England for 26 miles.
2nd January 2025
In 1675, the Royal Observatory became the first state-funded, purpose-built scientific institution in Britain, dedicated to improving sea navigation.
10th December 2024
Belfast went on to play a pivotal role in that global conflict, as well as the Korean War and Cold War.
6th December 2024
Paul McCartney is one of the most successful and enduring British musicians of all time.
4th November 2024
Owing to its significant copper content, this precious alloy is distinguishable by its red tint or pinkish hue.
7th August 2024
In the dynamic global economy, inflation is a persistent challenge that can diminish the purchasing power of money and impact savings.
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.
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.
21st October 2024
The Pleistocene Epoch, also referred to as the Ice Age, began around 2.6 million years ago.
14th October 2024
Our Snowman UK 50p coins have also become something of an annual tradition for The Royal Mint since 2018.
8th July 2024
An incredible decade of movies naturally necessitated an equally excellent coin design.
2nd July 2024
We spoke with the visual designer to learn more about his work for the Team GB and ParalympicsGB 2024 UK Coin.
24th June 2024
A design imbued with intricacy and ornate detail, it is understandable how it could take an artist three decades to perfect.
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.
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.
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.
7th September 2023
Whatever your interest, we can help you commemorate your passions through fascinating coin collections and discover your next greatest find.
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.
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.
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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