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Celebrate the Legacy of a Memorable Monarch

Born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor on 21 April 1926, Queen Elizabeth II was Britain’s longest-reigning monarch and remains one of the most popular monarchs in living memory.

The Sovereign Reverse Designs

The Sovereign has its origins in the Tudor era, when a large gold coin of 20 shillings called a Sovereign was first issued during the reign of Henry VII. However, the modern Sovereign was confirmed as currency by Royal Proclamation on 1 July 1817. It featured a new reverse design by Italian engraver

The 2012 Diamond Jubilee Sovereign

The traditional St George and dragon design by Benedetto Pistrucci is replaced only on special occasions. One such occasion was Her Late Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012, a unique occasion that called for a brand new design, which was created by Paul Day.

The Sovereign in the First World War

By the early twentieth century, it was firmly established as a part of Britain’s circulating currency. However, gold was playing a much less important role in the nation’s coinage. When the First World War broke out, The Sovereign had already survived several attempts at its withdrawal.

The Legend of St George and The Dragon

According to legend, the inspiration for St George was a Roman soldier in the third century AD who was condemned to death by the Roman Emperor Diocletian for refusing to give up his Christian faith. Over the following centuries, St George became a hero figure symbolising courage and strength.

Tigers, Snails and 200 Years of Conservation History: The Royal Mint Marks ZSL's Bicentenary with a £2 Coin

The coin was unveiled at ZSL London Zoo, with a giant replica coin created especially for the Sumatran tiger enclosure.

Introducing MyCoinage: The Smarter Way to Track Your Coin Collection

2026 American Innovation $1 Coin Rolls and Bags™ Featuring Wisconsin on Sale April 7

United States Mint Celebrates Release of Revolutionary War Quarter at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

2026 Semiquincentennial Two-Roll Sets & Bags of the Revolutionary War Quarter Available on March 27

Woodrow Wilson Presidential Silver Medal Available on March 19

Britain’s brainiest regions revealed as over 25,000 have already joined The Royal Mint’s Great British Treasure Hunt

New data reveals where the UK’s keenest puzzle solvers are based and the South East are crowned Britain’s ‘brainiest region’ with the most participants

Philadelphia Mint to Suspend Public Tours Amid Facility Renovations

2026 United States Mint American Eagle Gold Proof Coins on Sale March 5

Royal Mint Celebrates 30 Years Of Girl Power

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2026 American Eagle One Ounce Silver Proof Coin Available on February 26

United States Mint Director Paul Hollis to Participate in American Numismatic Association National Money Show

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