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John Lennon: an Icon of Peace
John Lennon is one of the most popular and well-respected British musicians in history and remains a high-profile figure in pop culture more than 40 years after his passing.
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Drawn to Britannia: Bradley Morgan Johnson
Bradley Morgan Johnson began his career as an architectural draughtsman before retraining as a production designer. He has created several coin designs for The Royal Mint, including coin designs representing the letters ‘J’ and ‘Z’ for the Great British Alphabet series, and the reverse of the Elton
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The Greyhound of Richmond
For centuries, dogs have been favoured pets of the monarchy and in heraldry, dogs often represent faithfulness and guardianship. Standing upright with a slim build and protruding ribcage, the alert greyhound on the Moat Bridge of Hampton Court Palace is striking to any crossing visitor.
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George Orwell: Author, Journalist and Critic
George Orwell was one of the most influential writers of the twentieth century. Active during a time of great societal and cultural change, his plain style of writing, underpinned by originality and wit, resonates with readers of his various works to this day.
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200 Years of the Modern Railway
On 27 September 1825, George Stephenson’s steam-powered Locomotion No. 1 transported hundreds of passengers in England for 26 miles
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The Snowman™: A Magical Journey on Coins
Our Snowman UK 50p coins have also become something of an annual tradition for The Royal Mint since 2018 when we issued our first coin featuring everyone’s favourite festive character. Selling 15,000 silver Proof coins on the first launch day, which equates to an average of one every two seconds.
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From Five Shillings to Five Pounds: Discover the Crown Coin
From five shillings to five pounds. Discover the story behind the £5 crown which features in many of our latest collections celebrating the best of British.
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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?
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A Sovereign Fit for a King
Serving as a symbol of an important milestone in the reign of Britain’s oldest ascending monarch, the 2023 Coronation Sovereign coin is of notable significance for a number of numismatic reasons.
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Coin Names and Nicknames
Learn more about the nicknames given to some coins over the centuries and how they still influence language today with the coin experts at The Royal Mint.
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Animals on Coins
Learn more about the different ways that Animals have featured on British and Irish coins over the years with the coinage experts at The Royal Mint.
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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.
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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.
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Significant Moments for The Sovereign
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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A Brief History of Rose Gold
Owing to its significant copper content, this precious alloy is distinguishable by its red tint or pinkish hue. The rose gold used by The Royal Mint is typically made up of a high copper content to supplement the pure gold, with sometimes as much as a 50/50 split between the two elements.
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Crowning Achievements: The Sovereign and Coronations
Many kings and queens have reigned throughout British history. Over time, it became customary for newly crowned British monarchs to mark the occasion with a Coronation Medal, the first of which dates back to the reign and coronation of Edward VI.
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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
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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.