News & Updates

Protecting and Restoring Wildlife

Celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2026, ZSL (Zoological Society London) helps people and wildlife thrive together.

Building Confidence and Careers

Over the last 50 years, The King’s Trust has helped young people to develop the confidence and skills to build a better future for themselves.

A Groundbreaking Voyage of Exploration

HMS Beagle is one of the most important vessels in the history of global exploration and discovery. Although it began its life as a naval vessel, a lack of immediate use meant that the ship was repurposed as a surveying vessel and undertook its first commission in 1826.

The Allure of Yellow Gold

For thousands of years, gold has been prized and deeply desired by civilisations. Since at least 3600 BC, the precious metal has been greatly coveted for its beauty and lustre, influencing economies, religion and social status. Its desirability is underpinned by its inescapable allure.

Lunar New Year Gift Guide

Lunar New Year is a time for reunion, reflection and renewal. As families gather to celebrate, giving gifts plays an important role in expressing love, gratitude and best wishes for the year ahead.

Proof or Bullion? A Collector’s Guide to The 2026 Sovereign

The Sovereign is The Royal Mint’s flagship coin, and the 2026 collection marks a return to classic yellow gold, showcasing Benedetto Pistrucci’s legendary St George and the Dragon in both Proof and Bullion editions. Which one should you choose?

Safeguarding The Sovereign: The History Behind the 2026 Gold Bullion Sovereign

A legacy spanning centuries, tight quality control, and consistency across decades helped The Sovereign become ‘the chief coin of the world’. For more than 500 years The Sovereign has represented British excellence, trusted around the world as the coin of international commerce.

The Royal Mint Partners with Islamic Relief for Ramadan 2026 with New Gold Kaaba Bars

Gold bars will also be donated to the charity for auction to support the Sudan Emergency Appeal.

The Angel: A Denomination Steeped in History

The Royal Mint and Piraeus Bank Unveil Limited-Edition ΕΛ Sovereign for Greece

The Royal Mint, the United Kingdom’s official maker of coins, and Piraeus Bank, Greece’s leading financial institution, are excited to announce the launch of a limited-edition gold 2025 Sovereign featuring a discreet ‘ΕΛ’ privy mark.

Craftsman with 50 years’ experience named Precious Metalworker of the Year

Somerset-based polisher Stephen M Goldsmith has won this year’s Precious Metalworker of the Year Award, supported by The Royal Mint

Royal Mint Rocks The Nation With Freddie Mercury Collectible Coin

The coin design depicts Mercury centre stage mid-performance with elements that showcase his extraordinary talent.

‘Chief Coin of the World’ Now One of The Most Visually Secure with New Advanced Security Features and Return to Yellow Gold

Record gold prices and continued popularity of coin collecting meet as The Royal Mint unveils 2026 Sovereign Collection

A Royal Milestone: King Charles III's First 5p Coins Enter Circulation

Release follows demand for 5p coins, marking the first time this denomination bearing King Charles III's portrait enters circulation

Walking in the Air to a golden Christmas: The Royal Mint’s THE SNOWMAN™ advent calendar is back

One lucky buyer will strike gold with a solid gold 50p hidden inside

The Royal Mint Museum Launches New Podcast

Includes contributions from notable institutions and figures, including women’s rights activist Helen Pankhurst

A New Chapter in Sustainable Luxury for Royal Mint Jewellery

Luxury jewellery brand 886 by The Royal Mint launches its first engagement and bridal collection

Pass Go, Collect Your 50p: The Royal Mint Unveils UK 50p Celebrating 90 Years of MONOPOLY

The coin features the beloved Mr. Monopoly character alongside classic game elements