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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
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
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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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
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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A Brief History of Rose Gold
4th November 2024
Owing to its significant copper content, this precious alloy is distinguishable by its red tint or pinkish hue.
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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.
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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
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
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
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
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
8th July 2024
An incredible decade of movies naturally necessitated an equally excellent coin design.
Discover 2010s Bond
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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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