by mrwatson | Jul 31, 2026 | Active Comp, Coins
Two Forces. One Epic Collectible. For the first time ever, Fire and Ice come together in one official Game of Thrones coin set. Issued by The Royal Mint, this exclusive Brilliant Uncirculated 50p Pair unites two of the most powerful symbols from the Seven Kingdoms. On...
by mrwatson | May 31, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
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...
