Month: October 2022
1837 Half-Crown – William IV
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William IV Silver Half-Crown (on coin as Gulielmus IIII). No circulation crowns were issued in the reign of William IV (although there were some very rare proof versions) so the half-crown was the biggest denomination in general circulation.
18BC Denarius – Augustus
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Silver Denarius of Emperor Augustus, minted around 18BC. The mint is uncertain, it may be a Spanish mint called Colonia Patricia. The Reverse shows the Temple of Mars Ultor, a domed temple with three steps leading up to a chariot which carries aquila.
2022 Fifty Pence 100th Anniversary of Our BBC – Elizabeth II
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50p coin released on 10 October 2022 to commemorate 100 years of the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation). The coin was designed before the Queen's death but it was decided it should still be released with the Obverse showing Queen Elizabeth II.
785-792 Penny – Offa
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The coins of King Offa are known for their quality and artistic content, and this exceptional silver penny is a great example. It was struck around 785-792 (maybe 793) at the London mint of moneyer Eadhun.
2022 Five Pounds HM Queen Elizabeth II – Charles III
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Memorial £5 coin minted to honour her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. One of the first coins to feature His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse.
Royal Mint Launches New Coins 03-Oct-2022
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The Royal Mint are launching new coins at 9am on 3rd October 2022. They are believed to be the first coins to show King Charles III.