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The Royal Mint and VE Day

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.

A Cultural Connection Between Athens and the United Kingdom

Often hailed as the cradle of Western civilisation, Athens has played an unparalleled role in shaping British culture, architecture and intellectual life.

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. 

 
Drawn to Britannia: Bradley Morgan Johnson

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.

The Greyhound of Richmond

 This emblem held great significance for Henry VIII as it symbolised both the House of Lancaster and the House of Tudor.

Author, Journalist and Critic

We delve into the story of George Orwell's life, exploring how his experiences shaped his opinions and writing.

 
Celebrating Over 60 Years of the Red Arrows

Since their first displays in 1965, the Red Arrows have become a beloved sight at airshows across the world.

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.

350 Years of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich

In 1675, the Royal Observatory became the first state-funded, purpose-built scientific institution in Britain, dedicated to improving sea navigation.

 
Remembering the Stories of the Second World War

On 3 September 1939, Britain and France declared war on Nazi Germany following its invasion of Poland.

Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother

Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother provided essential support to two monarchs during her lifetime.

HMS Belfast: Life On Board

Belfast went on to play a pivotal role in that global conflict, as well as the Korean War and Cold War.

 
Sailing through History

HMS Belfast has a storied past that stretches back to the early decades of the twentieth century.

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney is one of the most successful and enduring British musicians of all time.

Bond is Back: Six Decades Celebrated on One Coin

Our Six Decades of 007 Collection has seen us journey through distinct eras of James Bond

 
When Giants Roamed the Earth

The Pleistocene Epoch, also referred to as the Ice Age, began around 2.6 million years ago.

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.

An Iconic Era of Bond

An incredible decade of movies naturally necessitated an equally excellent coin design. 

 
Team GB and ParalympicsGB

We spoke with the visual designer to learn more about his work for the Team GB and ParalympicsGB 2024 UK Coin. 

The Making of a Medallic Masterpiece

A design imbued with intricacy and ornate detail, it is understandable how it could take an artist three decades to perfect. 

Engraved in History, Inscribed in Sand

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. 

 
Celebrating 200 years of the National Gallery

In 2024, we proudly commemorate the National Gallery’s bicentenary with a commemorative coin featuring a reverse design by the talented designer, engraver and print maker Edwina Ellis. . 

The Queen’s Panther: Sleek Seymour Sentinel

The Queen’s Panther is the latest beast to feature on a coin as part of The Royal Tudor Beasts Collection. 

The New Definitive Coin Designs

Inspired by conservation and the natural world, the designs also pay tribute to the four nations of the UK.  

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