What James Bond coins has the Royal Mint issued?

The Royal Mint launched the James Bond coin series in 2020 to mark the 60th anniversary of the first James Bond film (Dr No, 1962, although the coins reference the 1962-2020 cinematic anniversary plus James Bond Day on 5 October). The series spans 50p, £2 and £5 face values across multiple themed releases: "James Bond" trilogy 2020 (three coins celebrating the 007 character), "James Bond cars" 2023 (Aston Martin DB5 and other vehicles), "James Bond villains" 2024 (Goldfinger, Blofeld, Dr No), and special "60 Years of Bond" issues. All coins are collector-only (no circulation strike).

How much is a James Bond 50p worth?

BU coloured Royal Mint cards trade at £25-50 on eBay UK. Sealed silver proofs (mintage 5,000-7,500) trade at £110-180. Silver Piedforts (mintage 1,500-3,000) at £280-450. Gold proofs (mintage 250-500) at £2,200-3,500. The 2020 first-issue James Bond 50p (the inaugural Bond coin) is the most-collected and trades at the upper end of each format range. The 2023 Aston Martin DB5 £5 in coloured silver proof has been the strongest secondary-market climber, appreciating from £195 issue to £320-450.

Are James Bond £2 coins valuable?

The James Bond £2 commemoratives are mostly collector-only with high secondary-market premiums. The 2020 60th Anniversary £2 in BU pack trades at £15-30; in silver proof £100-150; in silver Piedfort (mintage 1,500) £240-380; in gold proof (mintage 350) £3,200-4,500. The 2023 Aston Martin DB5 £2 is the most heavily collected single Bond coin and was issued in coloured BU at £30-45 secondary market, silver proof at £110-180, gold proof at £3,000-4,200.

What is the rarest James Bond coin?

In gold proof: the 2023 1 oz gold proof £100 Aston Martin (mintage 100) trades at £6,500-9,500. In silver Piedfort: the 2023 villains piedfort variants (Blofeld, Dr No) at mintage 1,000-1,500 each trade at £320-480. In specialty: the 2020 1 kg silver proof "James Bond" anniversary medal (mintage 60) is the largest and most-collected Bond piece, trading at £4,500-7,500 when offered. The complete six-coin gold proof Bond villains collection (when assembled) trades at £25,000-35,000 — functionally unobtainable for most collectors.

Are James Bond coins legal tender?

Yes — all Royal Mint James Bond coins (50p, £2, £5) are UK legal tender at face value, which means they are capital-gains-tax exempt for UK residents. The CGT exemption combined with the strong collector demand makes the silver Piedfort and gold proof variants tax-efficient long-term holdings. James Bond is the strongest pop-culture commemorative theme the Royal Mint has issued; secondary-market premiums are higher than any other modern themed series including Music Legends and Harry Potter. See our CGT-exempt UK coins guide.

Where can I buy James Bond coins?

For new releases at issue price: direct from The Royal Mint when available. The Bond series sells out fast; some issues sell within 24 hours of release. For sold-out coins: eBay UK with sold-listings cross-check, or specialist dealers (Change Checker, Coincraft). For high-value gold proofs: UK numismatic auction houses or Heritage Auctions (US). Avoid Westminster-style direct-mail buyers, who consistently charge 80-150% premium over fair market for Bond commemoratives. Patient buyers can build a modest BU set for £200-400 across 6-10 coins.

How do I authenticate a James Bond coin?

Three checks. (1) Weight: 50p cupronickel = 8.0 g; £2 bimetallic = 12.0 g; £5 cupronickel = 28.28 g; silver proofs at appropriate weights for the size; gold proofs at appropriate weights. (2) Diameter: 50p = 27.3 mm; £2 = 28.4 mm; £5 = 38.61 mm. (3) Original packaging: all genuine Royal Mint Bond coins ship in distinctive themed packaging (Bond movie posters, gun-barrel motifs, character imagery on cards; numbered Certificate of Authenticity for proofs and Piedforts). For high-value gold proofs (£3,000+), professional grading by PCGS or NGC is essential. Counterfeit Bond coins are rare due to low total volume but exist for the popular 2023 Aston Martin DB5.

Are James Bond coins a good investment?

Strong so far. The 2020 inaugural James Bond 60th £2 silver Piedfort released at £180 issue and now trades at £280-380 (60-110% gain in five years). The 2023 Aston Martin DB5 £5 silver proof issued at £195 and now trades at £320-450 (60-130% gain in two years). The Bond series has outperformed Music Legends, Harry Potter and Paddington in secondary-market price growth, driven by film-franchise collector demand and global appeal. As long-term holdings, the gold proofs and 1 kg silver proof are the strongest investment-grade pieces; the BU coloured cards are sentimental rather than investment buys.

Will there be more James Bond coins?

The Royal Mint has not announced a series finale. As of 2026, expectations are: more film-anniversary issues (Dr No 65th in 2027; Goldfinger 65th in 2029; etc.); further character/villain issues (Blofeld already covered; Jaws and other supporting characters anticipated); and continued Aston Martin and other vehicle issues. The series' commercial strength makes it likely to continue indefinitely as a flagship Royal Mint commemorative programme alongside Music Legends and the historical-anniversary streams.

How does the Bond series compare to Music Legends?

Both are flagship Royal Mint pop-culture series launched in 2020 onwards. Music Legends covers individual artists (Queen, Bowie, Elton John, Paul McCartney, etc.) at £5 face value; James Bond covers the franchise across multiple denominations (50p, £2, £5). Music Legends has produced more total coins (15+ across 8 artists) but Bond has outperformed on per-coin secondary-market price growth. The Aston Martin DB5 £5 has appreciated faster than any Music Legends £5; the Goldfinger £2 silver Piedfort has appreciated faster than the Queen Piedfort. For a diversified pop-culture commemorative collection, both series complement each other well.

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Last updated 5 May 2026 · Written by Connor Jones, Editor

James Bond Coins UK: Royal Mint 2020–2026 Series Guide

The Royal Mint James Bond coin series launched in 2020 to mark 60 years of the cinematic 007. Multiple themed releases have followed across 50p, £2 and £5 face values — from the inaugural "James Bond" trilogy through the Aston Martin DB5 series and James Bond villains. All collector-only; the strongest-performing modern Royal Mint pop-culture programme by secondary-market price growth. This guide covers every issue, format and realised price.

Last updated: 5 May 2026

In brief. 50p BU: £25-50. £2 BU: £15-30. £5 BU: £25-65. Silver proofs (mintage 5,000-7,500): £100-180. Silver Piedforts (mintage 1,000-3,000): £240-480. Gold proofs (mintage 250-500): £2,200-4,500. CGT-exempt as UK legal tender. The 2023 Aston Martin DB5 is the strongest performer.

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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; James Bond - III

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2018

up to £10

1 Pound - Elizabeth II James Bond - I; Silver Proof

2020

1 Pound - Elizabeth II James Bond - II; Silver Proof

2020

1 Pound - Elizabeth II James Bond - III; Silver Proof

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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; James Bond - I

2020

2 Pounds - Elizabeth II James Bond - I; Silver Proof

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