by mrwatson | Sep 30, 2026 | Active Comp, Coins
For more than 75 years, Cluedo has kept families guessing, bringing generations together to solve one of the world’s most famous murder mysteries. Now, for the very first time, the classic game has been celebrated on an official UK 50p coin. Featuring a retro-inspired...
by mrwatson | Aug 31, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
An official UK £2 coin has been issued by The Royal Mint to celebrate 350 years of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich – the historic British institution that revolutionised our understanding of longitude, navigation and time. Commissioned by King Charles II in...
by mrwatson | Jul 31, 2026 | Coins, Previous Prizes
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...
