by mrwatson | May 31, 2026 | Active Comp, Coins
Twenty-five years ago, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring began a cinematic adventure that would change fantasy filmmaking forever. From the peaceful Shire to the fires of Mount Doom, The Lord of the Rings trilogy captured the imagination of millions...
by mrwatson | Apr 30, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
100 years ago in 1926, A.A. Milne introduced readers to Winnie the Pooh and the world of the Hundred Acre Wood. A century later, The Royal Mint continues this celebration with the second coin in a new three-coin collection – honouring the theme of loyalty. At...
by mrwatson | Mar 31, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
The reverse design, created by heraldic artist Timothy Noad, is rich in symbolism and carefully composed to reflect meaning and legacy. Every element has been thoughtfully included, giving the piece a sense of depth and historical significance. At its centre is the...
by mrwatson | Feb 28, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
Over the last nine decades, Monopoly has brought family and friends together in a whirlwind of deals, chance cards and property building. Now, to honour the world’s most recognisable board game, an official UK 50p coin has been released. Perfectly capturing the...
by mrwatson | Feb 2, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
Your boarding call to a golden age of flight… 21 January 1976 marked the moment Concorde entered commercial service and changed air travel forever. Sleek, unmissable and built to cruise at over twice the speed of sound, it carried passengers into a new era – one...
by mrwatson | Dec 31, 2025 | Coins, Previous Prizes
The Royal Mint has released a brand-new £2 coin celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Edward Jenner. Renowned for some of the most significant contributions to immunology. This is the first commemorative £2 coin to feature King Charles III on the obverse and...
