The Latest Breaking News from Royal Mint Museum

Portrait of Henry VIII remastered for new Royal Mint coins

Some coinage in Henry VIII’s era was silver plated and wore away in places; he was often referred to as ‘old Coppernose’, the Mint said

Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2023

Remastered portrait of Henry VIII on Royal Mint coins

The coinage of Henry VIII’s era was debased by adding more common metals and he was sometimes referred to as ‘old Coppernose’, the Royal Mint said.

The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023

Royal Mint unveils King Charles III official coin as 50p enters circulation

As King Charles III adjusts to being the new monarch, the Royal Mint has shared the new coin effigy with his portrait. There will also be a a memorial coin range for the late Queen.

Edinburgh Live · Sep 30, 2022

First coins featuring King Charles III's portrait unveiled by Royal Mint

Coins with the new king's face will soon start to appear in people's change

Wales Online · Sep 29, 2022