March 2024 - Coin Parade

2005 50 Pence Coin – Johnsons Dictionary - 2005 was the 250th Anniversary of Samuel Johnson’s Dictionary of the English Language published in 1755. The fifty pence coin shows part of the definition of the words '50 Pence'.

2009 Two Pound Coin – Charles Darwin - Charles Darwin (1809-1882) is universally known for his work on evolution with his book 'On the Origin of the Species' published in 1859.

What is Maundy Money? - Maundy Money are coins traditionally given out by the Monarch as a gift to the poor at Royal Maundy. The ceremony, which is associated with Christianity, is held on Maundy Thursday.

1823 Farthing – George IV - George IV Copper Farthing, dated 1823 and made at the Royal Mint. Note how George IIII (not IV) is used on the coin.

1066 Penny – Harold II - Harold II (Harold Godwinson) silver penny from 1066. Harold only reigned January to October 1066 when he was killed at the Battle of Hastings.

1977 Crown – Silver Jubilee - Issued to commemorate Elizabeth II's 25 years on the throne. This was the second of the decimal crowns and was denominated as 25 pence when released (previously, crowns were five shillings).

2024 Harry Potter Winged Keys 1oz Silver Proof - The One Ounce 999 Silver Proof version of the Harry Potter Winged Keys design. The coin is denominated as £2.

1222-1229 Penny – Henry III - Canterbury mint. The Short Cross coinage started in 1180 with Henry II and continued through Richard, John and Henry III. All the coins carry the name HENRICVS.

2024 Harry Potter Winged Keys 50p – Silver Proof Colour - The Royal Mint's Harry Potter collection expands with this 50p coin showing the moment that Harry flies his broomstick trying to catch the winged keys in The Philosopher's Stone.

1872 Gold Sovereign – Young Head Shield Reverse - Young Head. In 1872 you can find gold sovereigns with St George reverse or Shield reverse. The shield versions have the date on the obverse, where the St George has the date on the reverse.