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Here are five facts about our participation in events leading up to VE Day and how we have commemorated this significant day in British history on collectable coins.
Often hailed as the cradle of Western civilisation, Athens has played an unparalleled role in shaping British culture, architecture and intellectual life.
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.
Bradley Morgan Johnson began his career as an architectural draughtsman before retraining as a production designer. We asked him about his experience of working on Britannia.
This emblem held great significance for Henry VIII as it symbolised both the House of Lancaster and the House of Tudor.
We delve into the story of George Orwell's life, exploring how his experiences shaped his opinions and writing.
On 27 September 1825, George Stephenson’s steam-powered Locomotion No. 1 transported hundreds of passengers in England for 26 miles.
In 1675, the Royal Observatory became the first state-funded, purpose-built scientific institution in Britain, dedicated to improving sea navigation.
On 3 September 1939, Britain and France declared war on Nazi Germany following its invasion of Poland.
Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother provided essential support to two monarchs during her lifetime.
Belfast went on to play a pivotal role in that global conflict, as well as the Korean War and Cold War.
HMS Belfast has a storied past that stretches back to the early decades of the twentieth century.
Paul McCartney is one of the most successful and enduring British musicians of all time.
Our Six Decades of 007 Collection has seen us journey through distinct eras of James Bond
The Pleistocene Epoch, also referred to as the Ice Age, began around 2.6 million years ago.
Our Snowman UK 50p coins have also become something of an annual tradition for The Royal Mint since 2018.
An incredible decade of movies naturally necessitated an equally excellent coin design.
We spoke with the visual designer to learn more about his work for the Team GB and ParalympicsGB 2024 UK Coin.
A design imbued with intricacy and ornate detail, it is understandable how it could take an artist three decades to perfect.
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.
The Queen’s Panther is the latest beast to feature on a coin as part of The Royal Tudor Beasts Collection.
Inspired by conservation and the natural world, the designs also pay tribute to the four nations of the UK.
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