Coin Releases

HMS Belfast: Life On Board

10th December 2024 

Belfast went on to play a pivotal role in that global conflict, as well as the Korean War and Cold War.

Sailing through History

10th December 2024 

HMS Belfast has a storied past that stretches back to the early decades of the twentieth century.

Paul McCartney

6th December 2024 

Paul McCartney is one of the most successful and enduring British musicians of all time.

Bond is Back: Six Decades Celebrated on One Coin

12th November 2024 

Our Six Decades of 007 Collection has seen us journey through distinct eras of James Bond

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

An Iconic Era of Bond

8th July 2024 

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

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. 

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. 

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. 

Celebrating 200 years of the National Gallery

18th April 2024 

In 2024, we proudly commemorate the National Gallery’s bicentenary with a commemorative coin featuring a reverse design by the talented designer, engraver and print maker Edwina Ellis. . 

A Symbol of Paris

26th April 2024 

Our City Views coin dedicated to Paris features a reverse design based on a wood engraving and lithograph produced in 1900 during the Belle Époque

Crafting Royal Heritage

11th March 2024 

For the past 300 years, Buckingham Palace has thrived and flourished under the masterful and creative contributions. 

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. 

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. 

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.  

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.