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...
by mrwatson | Mar 31, 2023 | 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...
by mrwatson | Feb 28, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
2023 marks the centenary of the world’s most famous locomotive, Flying Scotsman – and to celebrate the occasion, a brand-new UK £2 has been released. As the first engine to ever circumnavigate the globe, this record-breaking locomotive is beloved amongst train...
by mrwatson | Jan 31, 2023 | Coins, Previous Prizes
A UK 50p has been authorised for release to honour the incredible life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II. Importantly, this is also the first UK 50p to feature the new King Charles III portrait on the obverse. The reverse features the 1953 Coronation Crown design by...
by mrwatson | Dec 31, 2022 | Coins, Previous Prizes
The Royal Mint has released a £2 coin commemorating the extraordinary work and legacy of inventor, scientist and engineer, Alexander Graham Bell! As well as being an incredible teacher and advocate for the deaf, Bell is most famed for his groundbreaking invention: the...
by mrwatson | Oct 31, 2022 | Coins, Previous Prizes
Marking an incredible 100 years of the British Broadcasting Corporation, a new UK 50p coin has been released! From the technology we couldn’t be without today, to the moments that bring us together, everyone has their favourite memories of the BBC. Struck to Brilliant...
