by mrwatson | Sep 30, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
Ada Lovelace was famed for her incredible mathematical skills that lead her to become the world’s first computer programmer. Working closely with Charles Babbage, her revolutionary contributions expanded computing beyond calculations, laying the groundwork for modern...
by mrwatson | Aug 31, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
J.R.R. Tolkien was famed for writing ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘Lord of the Rings’ novels. As an established Oxford university scholar, Tolkien’s imagination and love of languages has produced some of the most popular books and films ever. And now, in special tribute, a...
by mrwatson | Jul 31, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
For the first time ever, the iconic characters of the original Star Wars™ trilogy will feature on official UK 50p coins as part of a four-coin set issued to celebrate 40 years since the release of Return of the Jedi. The collection begins with a design featuring...
by mrwatson | Jun 30, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
2023 marks the 75th anniversary since the incredible Windrush ship first arrived in the United Kingdom. When the nation faced economic collapse and severe labour shortages after the Second World War, the passengers of Windrush from the Caribbean and Commonwealth...
by mrwatson | May 31, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
Commemorate the coronation of King Charles III with a new UK 50p coin, crafted by The Royal Mint to celebrate the most important royal event of our generation. The UK’s first coronation 50p, released to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. The special obverse...
by mrwatson | Apr 30, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
This is the second coin in the series to feature King Charles III’s effigy, marking the end of the first dual-portrait collection… The coin celebrates 25 years since the publication of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Design...
