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New coins issued to commemorate the three leaders who inspired an Allied victory
Posted by David Whittaker on
2019 marks 75 years since the Normandy Landings which took place on 6th June 1944, also known as D-Day. It was the largest seaborne invasion in history. The operation laid the foundations of the Allied victory on the Western Front and the subsequent liberation of Nazi-controlled Europe. Three of the most influential people during Operation Neptune (AKA D-DAY), and World War II in its entirety, were Winston Churchill, General Bernard Montgomery and of course, King George VI. Each of these historical figures played a vital role in the Allied victory and delivering speeches that inspired the nation and boosted morale...
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First Look: The Royal Mint UK 2019 Commemorative Coins
Posted by David Whittaker on
Each year, The Royal Mint marks important British anniversaries, events or accomplishments on the UK's coins and today we are delighted to reveal the new designs for 2019. Scroll down for a first look at all five of the brand new designs… The 200th Anniversary of the Birth of Queen Victoria £5 After ascending to the throne in 1838 Queen Victoria’s reign became the longest reign of a British monarch at the time. She oversaw a time of great change and expansion of the British Empire. This £5 coin has been issued to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of her birth and depicts some of the momentous...
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Prince George - capturing hearts around the world
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After turning 5 earlier this year, the young Prince is already growing into his role as a royal superstar. His cheeky antics at Princess Eugenie's recent wedding show that he's a real character.
So to mark Prince George's birthday and his early life, this exclusive limited edition set of five gold-plated full-colour photographic coins has been issued.
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New Royal Mint issue flies in... the RAF Sea King Helicopter coins
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Prince George's fifth birthday marked with unprecedented new UK coin
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- Tags: Coins, Crown coin, Limited Edition, Prince George, Queen Elizabeth II, Rare, Royal Mint, Silver, £5 Coin, £5 Coins