CoinParade Database of Coins
We have information on thousands of coins with images, mintages and other information. Includes Sovereigns, £2, 50p and many more.
We have information on thousands of coins with images, mintages and other information. Includes Sovereigns, £2, 50p and many more.
The 2025 Gold Sovereign Bullion will be the final year that the Royal Mint produces the sovereign in rose gold, opting to move future production away from the red-hued metal to the more traditional yellow gold.
This 2025 Gold Sovereign Proof commemorates the 200th anniversary of Jean Baptiste Merlen's Shield design.
This 2025 Gold Sovereign Proof features Benedetto Pistrucci's iconic portrayal of St George and the Dragon. Limited Edition mintage is low at 2,025.
2024 Harry Potter Black Lake 1oz Silver Proof £2. Weight 31.21g of 999 fine silver.
2024 Harry Potter Black Lake 50p, a Silver Proof Colour coin depicting a scene from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
The 2024 Sixpence. Despite no longer being legal tender, the Royal Mint produces a new sixpence coin regularly for collectors, especially around Christmas.
The 2002 American Silver Eagle, a one-Troy ounce 99.9% silver coin. Reverse shows a heraldic eagle by John Mercanti.
The Royal Mint was housed at the Tower of London from 1279 until 1812, referred to as The Tower Mint. This coin is the third coin in the 2020 Tower of London Collection.
The 2024 Steppe Mammoth 50p Silver Proof Colour is the first coin in a collection from the Royal Mint called 'Ice Age Giants'.
The 2024 Steppe Mammoth 50p Silver Proof - Charles III. Limited Edition mintage of the Steppe Mammoth 50p Silver Proof is just 500.
The 2024 Steppe Mammoth 50p Gold Proof. Limited Edition mintage of the Steppe Mammoth 50p Gold Proof is just 35.
The 21AD-22AD Dupondius, Emperor Tiberius. SC means senatus consultum, or 'by decree of the Senate' so the coin was an official issue.
The 1901 Melbourne Sovereign shows Queen Victoria’s Old head (also known as the Widow head or Vieled head), designed by Thomas Brock RA.
The 2020 Gold Sovereign BU is an improved strike on the bullion version, but not quite as good as a proof version. Carries the George III royal cypher mint mark.
The 1551 Crown shows King Edward VI on horseback with the date below. 'Fine Silver' Issue. The King would have been about 14 years old at the time.
The 2024 The Snowman 50p Silver Proof is the seventh time the Royal Mint has continued its tradition of Christmas coins.
The 2024 George Michael 1oz Silver Proof was the fourth coin in the Royal Mint Music Legends series.
The 1838 sovereign was the first sovereign to be issued during the reign of Queen Victoria. The reverse features a crowned shield.
1835 Copper Third-Farthing, King William IV. Although this coin was minted by the Royal Mint in London, the coin itself was intended for circulation in Malta.
Intended as an investment coin, the 2021 Bullion Sovereign is one of the lowest cost ways to buy gold; the bonus is that you get a real sovereign!
The 1757 George II Silver Sixpence. The Reverse shows crowned cruciform shields, Garter star at centre, Legend around with date at top.
The 1918 Gold Sovereign, George V. Just above the date is the letter 'M' indicating the Melbourne mint.
The 1914 George V Florin Reverse shows crowned cruciform shields separated by sceptres in the angles. Edge is reeded.
List of Edward III Groats (four pence coin) with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
Orichalcum Dupondius of Emperor Hadrian. Orichalcum is a gold-coloured bronze alloy used by the Roman Empire on several coins.
The 1895 Crown Obverse shows the Old Head (Veiled Head) portrait of Queen Victoria by Sir Thomas Brock. Edge inscribed with the Regnal date
The 2022 Gold Sovereign Piedfort version is twice the weight (15.98g) and about twice the thickness of the standard 2022 gold sovereign.
Silver Denarius of Emperor Vitellius struck in 69AD at the Rome Mint. The Obverse shows the laureate head of Emperor Vitellius facing right.
The 1677 Half-Crown is an early milled silver half-crown of King Charles II. Fourth bust. The Reverse is by the famous engraver John Roettier.
The 1849 Gold Sovereign of Queen Victoria was minted by the Royal Mint in London (no mint mark). Second (Large) Head. SCBC 3852C.
The 1821 sovereign was the first sovereign to be issued during the reign of King George IV. Reverse is Pistrucci’s St George and the Dragon.
Bronze Sestertius of Emperor Gaius, who is also known as Caligula. The Obverse shows the laureate head of Gaius facing left.
The 2019 Gold Sovereign Proof with Prince Albert mint mark. Limited Edition of 650 to honour the 200th anniversary of Prince Albert’s birth.
The 2025 Queens Panther 1oz Silver Proof £2 of King Charles III. The Queens Panther is the seventh coin to be released in the series.
The 2025 Queens Panther 1oz Gold Proof of King Charles III. The one ounce gold proof coin has a Limited Edition 200.
The 2025 Queens Panther £5 BU, King Charles III, is the seventh coin to be released in the Royal Tudor Beasts series.
The 2022 Gold Sovereign Platinum Jubilee Celebration of Elizabeth II : Issued 70 years to the day when Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne in 1952.
List of Emperor Commodus Roman coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
1881 Gold Sovereign Melbourne - St George: 1881 Gold sovereigns have many variations. They can be made in London, Melbourne, Perth or Sydney and can - in the same year - have combinations of St George or Shield backs.
List of William III Halfcrowns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 2025 Year of the Snake 1oz Silver Proof £2 contains 31.21g of 9999 Silver, has a diameter 38.61mm and a proof finish. Limited Edition is 3,888.
The 2025 Year of the Snake £5 UNC. The Reverse, by Chris Costello, shows a snake. Legend "YEAR OF THE SNAKE 2025".
2022 Harry Potter Gold 1/4oz. Dated 2022 to mark the 25th anniversary of the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
2018 Trafalgar Square 1oz Silver. This is a one ounce silver bullion coin from the Royal Mint's Landmarks of Britain collection. It is a Britannia-style coin, diameter 38.61mm and 999 fine silver.
This was the 20th anniversary of the Silver Britannia so there is a small trident with a 20 in the prongs on the right as a special mint mark.
Charles II Groat (4 pence coin) minted 1660-1662 at the Tower Mint (Royal Mint, London). Third Issue. "IIII" is a mark of value showing four pence.
The 2022 1oz Silver Proof HM Queen Elizabeth II - Charles III. Memorial 1oz 999 Silver Proof coin minted to honour her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
List of Edward III Pennies with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 1668 Five Guinea of King Charles II. There is a small elephant under the bust that indicates the gold came from the African Company. Rare.
2008 Gold Sovereign of Queen Elizabeth II. Queen Elizabeth II’s fourth portrait can be seen on the obverse, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley.
You can also find the 1666 Crown with an elephant below the bust (SCBC 3356) and they are more expensive.
List of Elizabeth II Silver Britannias with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
1663 also saw two pattern coins by Thomas Simon. Known as the "Petition" crown and the "Reddite' crown. They are extremely rare and could fetch more £500,000.
1679 Silver Crown (5 Shillings) of King Charles II. The Third Bust is larger than the Second Bust.
The 1988 Half-Sovereign - Proof. Queen Elizabeth II's third portrait can be seen on the obverse, designed by Raphael Maklouf.
Silver threepence of King Charles II. Undated, struck between 1660 and 1669 at the Tower Mint in London (Royal Mint), as after that the coins were dated. Hammered.
1667 Silver Crown (5 Shillings) of King Charles II. The coin was milled using the machinery of Peter Blondeau at the Tower Mint (Royal Mint in London).
List of Queen Victoria Florins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
List of Elizabeth II Crowns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 86AD Silver Denarius of Emperor Domitian, minted around 86AD (reverse shows IMP XI COS XII) at the Rome Mint.
The 2024 Gruffalo’s Child 50p was released to commemorate the 20th anniversary of The Gruffalo’s Child, which was first published in 2004.
The 1356 Edward III Penny London Mint 4th coinage Series F. Silver Penny of King Edward III minted at the London Mint.
The 1823 Sovereign is a much sought after coin due to its low mintage. King George IV’s Bare Head can be seen on the obverse of the coin.
The 2005 Menai Straits Bridge £1 coin. The reverse shows the Menai Suspension Bridge surrounded by railing and stanchions, representing Wales.
The 2019 Two Pounds Year of the Pig 1oz Silver Proof. The Shengxiào Collection, named after the Chinese zodiac, was introduced by the Royal Mint in 2014.
The 66AD Sestertius of Emperor Nero. It is an Orichalcum Sestertius minted between 54AD and 68AD at the Lugdunum Mint.
The 1899-O Morgan Dollar is minted at the New Orleans branch of the US Mint. There are a large number of 1899-O Morgan Dollars in the market.
The 2015 Silver Britannia BU. The Reverse, by Philip Nathan, shows Britannia standing with trident and shield.
The 2023 Shirley Bassey Gold Quarter oz, part of the Royal Mint's Music Legends collection, this coin celebrates the career of Dame Shirley Bassey.
The 1377 Penny of King Richard II, minted at the York mint. The coin is heavily worn and clipped, and this is typical of the sort of condition that you find of coins of Richard II.
2021 50p Team GB Silver Proof was issued to recognise Team GB’s participation in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, held in 2021 due to COVID.
1895 Gold Sovereign, minted at the Melbourne Mint in Australia. This is indicated by a small 'M' just above the date.
The 1871 Gold Sovereign Sydney, minted by the Royal Mint Sydney Branch, Australia. Mint mark 'S' on reverse below shield.
The 2020 1oz Silver Bullion £2 Valiant is a one troy ounce 999.9 silver bullion coin minted by the Royal Mint.
The 2016 50 Pence Coin Jemima Puddle-Duck isued as part of the 4-coin series commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the birth of Beatrix Potter.
The 1623 Shilling of King James I was struck between 1623 and 1624. Third coinage. Tower (London) mint. XII indicates 12 pence (one shilling).
The 2011 Mary Rose £2. The Mary Rose is a carrack-type warship of the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII and was launched in 1511.
The 2002 gold proof £5 'Golden Jubilee' crown was issued to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.
The 1505 Half-Groat of King Henry VII. Silver, struck between 1505 and 1509 at the Tower (London) Mint. The Obverse shows a crowned bust of Henry VII.
The 1141 Penny of Empress Matilda aka Empress Maude, was one of the claimants to the English throne during the civil war known as the Anarchy. Her 'reign' was 1141-1148.
The 1205 Penny King John. Short Cross coinage started in 1180 with Henry II and continued through Richard, John and Henry III. All the coins carry the name HENRICVS.
The 1900 Silver halfcrown of Queen Victoria. The Reverse, by Thomas Brock, shows a Crowned quartered shield of arms in a collar.
1911 Gold Sovereign minted at the Canadian Mint. A small ‘C’ just above the date indicates the sovereign was produced at the Ottawa Mint.
1687 Crown (5 shillings) of King James II minted at the Tower Mint, London. The Reverse is four crowned shields. Date divided.
1900 Gold Sovereign Melbourne Mint, shows Queen Victoria’s Old head (also known as the Widow head or Veiled head), designed by Thomas Brock RA.
The 2008 Silver Britannia (£2) BU/Unc shows Britannia standing with a trident and a shield. Britannia's dress artistically transforms into a wave.
The 2021 Maya Angelou Quarter was the first coin in the American Women Quarters™ Program and was released in 3 January 2022.
The 1544 Silver Groat of King Henry VIII, showing the Second head Laker bust. Second Coinage. Canterbury.
The 1344-1351 Edward III Silver Penny. Third Coinage, minted at the London Mint. "CVI TAS LON DON" meaning "City of London" is a bit of a giveaway!
The Obverse shows a portrait of King Edward VII. The engravers initials (just below the head) are "De S" denoting George William De Saulles (1862-1903).
The 2021 Sir Walter Scott £2 commemorates the 250th anniversary of the birth of Sir Walter Scott who was a novelist, poet, historian, and biographer.
List of Queen Anne Guineas with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 2023 Edward Jenner £2, issued to commemorate Edward Jenner, an English physician. His Smallpox vaccine (the first ever vaccine) saved countless lives.
This 1712 Gold Guinea shows the third draped bust of Queen Anne. Minted in the post-union period with Scotland.
The 1690 Gold Guinea of King William and Queen Mary minted by the Royal Mint. This is the SCBC 3426 and it has a few variants.
AE (Bronze) Dupondius of Emperor Didius Julianus minted in 193AD. Didius Julianus was the second Emperor in the Year of the Five Emperors (193AD).
The Silver Half-Groat of King Henry VIII. Second coinage, minted between 1526 and 1544 at the Canterbury Mint under Archbishop William Warham.
1890 Queen Victoria Double Florin (four shillings).The Reverse shows four cruciform crowned shields, two for England (3 Lions), Scotland (Single Lion) and Ireland (Harp).
The 1884 Gold Sovereign minted in London shows Queen Victoria's Young Head portrait by William Wyon on the obverse.
Rare Silver Groat of King Richard III minted around 1483-1485. The design is essentially the same as his predecessors as is common with Richard III coins.
The 1789 Half-Guinea designed by Lewis Pingo (1743-1830), shows the Spade design, used between 1787 and 1800.
The 1937 Penny was the first issue of the George VI pennies. The Obverse shows a portrait of King George VI by Humphrey Paget.
The 2010 London One Pound Coin, one of three versions of the £1 coin released in 2010. This reverse shows the Coat of arms of the City of London, representing England.
2023 Merlin £2 1oz Silver Proof. This was the second coin in the Royal Mint's 2023 Myths and Legends series
The 64AD-66AD Sestertius, Emperor Nero. Military manoeuvrers are often shown on Roman Coins. Text on reverse is "DECURSIO" which means 'military manoeuvrer'.
The 2021 Silver Britannia 1oz Premium Exclusive BU. For the first time, the Premium Exclusive 1oz .999 Silver Britannia has its own design.
King Edward III Silver Penny minted at the York Royal Mint around 1352-1353. Diameter 19mm. 4th coinage, series D.
King Edward III Silver Penny minted at the Durham Mint around 1352-1353. Diameter 19mm. 4th coinage, series D.
The 1715 Guinea of King George I can be found with the Second Laureated Bust or the Third Laureated Bust. The third bust has no hair below the neck truncation.
The 2016 Shakespeare Tragedy £2 was part of a three-coin series released in 2016 marking the 400th Anniversary of the Death of William Shakespeare.
The 1714 Queen Anne Guinea has a variant where the two 'A' the "GRATIA" are replaced with inverted 'V'.
The 1729 Five Guinea EIC is a British Gold Coin minted under the reign of George II from gold bought from the East India Company.
The 2019 UK Silver Proof Coin Set contains 13 coins, all .925 Silver Proof versions of the circulation coins of the same denomination.
The 2013 Gold 5oz Proof was issued to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
The 1929 Gold Sovereign from South Africa Mint has the small letters 'SA' above the date to indicate the sovereign was produced at the Pretoria Mint.
The 2020 James Bond DB5 £5 shows the Aston Martin DB5. It is overlayed by a giant '0', which will eventually form '007' when added to the other coins in the series.
This 1711 Gold Guinea shows the third draped bust of Queen Anne. The Third bust only differs slightly from the Second bust, with modifications to the eye and facial expression.
The 2016 Shakespeare Histories £2 coin was part of a three coin series released in 2016 marking the 400th Anniversary of the Death of William Shakespeare.
The 1897-O Barber Quarter Dollar (25 cents) also known as the Liberty Head Quarter, was designed by Charles E Barber as part of the Barber coinage 1892-1916.
The 1887 gold £5 coin was the first ever circulating £5 sovereign. It was issued to mark the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria.
The 2004 £1 reverse shows the Forth Railway Bridge inside a border of railway tracks, representing Scotland. The design is by Edwina Ellis.
The 2019 £2 Reverse, by Antony Dufort, is the standard (non-commemorative) reverse design which has been used since 2015.
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of 32nd President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, was born on 11 October 1884 in New York City. She is the longest serving First Lady.
The 1896 Veiled (or Old Head) Bronze Penny of Queen Victoria. The Obverse by Thomas Brock was used 1895-1901.
The design was previously used on the 'last round pound' in 2016. The design is by Gregory Cameron, a Welsh Anglican bishop.
The 2020 Mayflower Gold Proof £2 was minted to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the historic voyage of the Mayflower.
The 1852 Braided Hair Cent and was designed by Christian Gobrecht, the third Chief Engraver of the United States Mint.
List of Charles I Halfcrowns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 1656 Silver Crown minted during the period of the Commonwealth/Oliver Cromwell. Minted at the Tower (London) Mint in 1656.
The 2021 Gold Britannia Half-Ounce Proof. 999.9 (99.99%) gold. The gold content in 1/2 Troy ounce, with a diameter of 27mm.
The 2021 Royal Albert Hall £5 coin commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Royal Albert Hall, an iconic concert hall located in London.
The 1967 Bronze Penny of Elizabeth II was the last of the pre-decimal circulation pennies. This is the second issue (words BRITT OMN omitted).
The 1908 Melbourne Half-Sovereign has a small 'M' above the date to indicate the sovereign was produced in Melbourne, Australia.
The 2021 USA Quarter Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, Alabama was the final coin in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program.
The 2020 Five Pound Coin for the Lunar Year of the Rat BU: If you were born in 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 then you are in the Year of the Rat.
The 116AD Sestertius, minted in Rome between 116AD and 117AD during the reign of Emperor Trajan. Read how this was dated by a museum.
The 1115 Penny Henry I Silver Penny struck at the Oxford mint of Moneyer AEgelnoth. Very Rare Double Inscription.
The 1956 Halfcrown reverse, by Cecil Thomas, shows a quartered shield of arms, crowned with ER to the sides.
The 2024 X-Wing 50p Silver Proof is from the Royal Mint's Star Wars™ Iconic Vehicles collection. The collection consists of the Millennium Falcon, TIE Fighter, X-Wing, and the Death Star II.
The 2024 Royal Tudor Beasts £5 coin BU of Charles III is a BU Five-Pound coins fthat eatures the Tudor Dragon, part of the Royal Mint's Royal Tudor Beasts collection.
List of Ten Pence Coins (10p) with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 1797 Cartwheel Penny is one of the most remarkable coins in British history. Compared to a modern penny it is almost twice the diameter and 8 times heavier!
The 2004 Gold 4-Coin Sovereign Proof Set consists of Gold Five-Pound, Gold Double Sovereign (Gold Two-Pound), Gold Sovereign and Gold Half-Sovereign.
The 1922 Peace Dollars were minted in Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver ('D') and San Francisco ('S').
The 2017 Piedfort Gold Sovereign. 2017 was a first for the UK - a double thickness gold sovereign.
Hammered Silver Threefarthing coin (three-quarters of a penny) of Queen Elizabeth I, minted about 1561-1565 (the coin is dated but digits are worn).
The 1829 Gold Sovereign of King George IV. Note the spelling on the legend as GEORGIUS IV, unlike previous coins which used George IIII.
The 2018 Two Pound Coin shows the RAF Centenary Badge. Reverse designed by Rhys Morgan. Edge Inscription: PER ARDUA AD ASTRA.
1758 Shilling of King George II is probably the most common (and least expensive) of the George II shillings.
The 2015 First Spouse $10 Gold shows Lady Bird Johnson (1963-1969). Claudia Taylor "Lady Bird" Johnson was the wife the 36th President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Sestertius of Emperor Nero, struck between 54AD and 68AD at the Rome mint. The reverse is ROMA, a female deity who personified the Roman Empire.
2019 Peter Rabbit 50p. The Reverse, designed by Emma Noble, shows an image of Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit inside his name PETER RABBIT.
List of Royal Mint Proof Sets with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 1835 Gold Sovereign of King William IV shows a crowned shield of the Royal Arms on the reverse of the coin, designed by Jean Baptiste Merlen.
List of Sixpences (six pence coins) with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The 2018 One Pound Coin reverse shows a Rose, leek, thistle, and shamrock encircled by a coronet which are the Nations of the Crown representing the United Kingdom.
The 1834 Half Crown. Obverse shows a bare head portrait of King William IV (written on the legend as William IIII) by William Wyon.
The 1880 Bronze Farthing (quarter-penny) of Queen Victoria, The Reverse shows Britannia seated, facing right, holding a shield and trident. Ship and lighthouse in the background.
This is possibly an Orichalcum Sestertius of Emperor Domitian minted 90-91AD. Orichalcum is a golden-coloured bronze alloy that was often used in ancient Rome.
The 1962 Gold Sovereign was the first sov since 1959. No Proof Sovereigns were issued. Queen Elizabeth II’s first portrait, by Mary Gillick, is on the obverse of the coin.
The 1874 Gold Sovereign Shield back (St George back was also produced in 1874). Reverse designed by Jean Baptiste Merlen.
The 1986 American Silver Eagle is a One-Troy ounce 99.9% silver bullion coin. Weighs 31.1g with diameter 40.6mm.
1551-1553 Gold Half-Sovereign Gold Half-Sovereign of King Edward VI, minted at the Royal Mint (known as the Tower Mint at the time). Third Period.
1553-1558 Silver Groat (four pence coin) of Queen Mary I. The Reverse is a long cross over a quartered shield.
1087-1100 Silver Penny of William II. This is the BMC type 2, cross in quatrefoil type. The mint is said to be Ilchester (near Yeovil, Somerset, England). moneyer Lifwine.
2005 Two Pound Coin - End of WW2. 2005 was the 60th anniversary of VE Day - the end of the second World War in 1945 and Victory in Europe.
A One Ounce Gold Proof coin, denominated as £100, the sixth coin in the 007 collection from the Royal Mint called "Six Decades of 007" is "Bond Films of the 2010s".
A One Ounce Silver Proof coin, denominated as £2, the sixth coin in the 007 collection from the Royal Mint called "Six Decades of 007" is "Bond Films of the 2010s".
A Five Pound (£5) BU coin, the sixth coin in the 007 collection from the Royal Mint called "Six Decades of 007" is "Bond Films of the 2010s".
List of Victoria Double Florins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
Short Cross Penny of Henry II, Silver, struck around 1180 at London. Moneyer was Fil Aimer, who was an important figure in the introduction of the short cross coinage
The third coin in the Royal Mint's Myths and Legends series follows on from Robin Hood and Maid Marian with Little John, the good friend of Robin and second-in-command of the Merry Men.
1853 Young head sovereign of Queen Victoria. Shield Back. There are a couple of variants to look for (described in the article).
List of Edward II Pennies with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
The Reverse shows a crowned shield by Jean Baptiste Merlen. Edge has regnal year in Roman figures (IX, 9th year of reign).
A range of 50p coins to commemorate Team GB and ParalympicsGB competing at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame 60th Anniversary Commemorative coin. This is the Proof Half Dollar with colorised reverse.
One-tenth ounce coins gives a lower-cost entry into platinum coin investment. Platinum is a rare metal and in constant demand.
Benedetto Pistrucci’s Waterloo Medal is considered one of his finest works and is part of the Royal Mint's Great Engravers Collection.
Benedetto Pistrucci's famous portrayal of St. George slaying the dragon is depicted on the reverse of the coin. Obverse is Queen Elizabeth II's fourth portrait by Ian Rank-Broadley.
The Reverse shows a quartered shield of arms with crowned royal cyphers each side by George Kruger Gray.
Obverse shows Julius Nero and Julius Drusus on horseback galloping to the right. They were two brothers of Gaius and were recognized as heirs to the emperor Tiberius.
Milled silver Sixpence. Minted in 1562 at the Tower Mint, London (mint mark is a star). Reverse is a Coat-of-arms over long cross fourchée. SCBC 2597.
The 1779 guinea is made of 22 carat gold, and weighs 8.4 grams. 9/7 overdates do exist but are rare. Legend is "M. B. F. ET. H. REX. FD. B. ET. L. D. S. R.I A T. ET. E 1779"
The first Gold Sovereign of King George V saw a massive mintage of over 30 million coins. No letter above the date indicates the sovereign was produced in London.
Below the bust is 'LIMA'. This indicates the metal came from captured Spanish ships off the coast of the Peruvian city of Lima.
List of Elizabeth II Five Pound Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
Predecimal Halfpenny of Queen Elizabeth II. Bronze, first issue. The Reverse, designed by Thomas Humphrey Paget, shows Sir Francis Drake's ship The Golden Hind.
The 1902 Gold Sovereign was the first gold sovereign coin in the reign of King Edward VII. His portrait, by George W. de Saulles, is on the obverse.
The Reverse, designed by David Lawrence, shows Britannia standing beside a lion. The Obverse shows a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.
Silver crown of King Charles I, struck 1632-1633 (indicated by the Harp mint mark) at the Tower Mint in London. Diameter 43mm.
List of Emperor Claudius Roman Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
This coin is the 2024 D-Day Gold Sovereign, struck on the 80th anniversary day itself, 6 June 2024. It has a special privy mark. LE mintage 1000.
A special mint mark celebrating the 65th sapphire anniversary was added to the reverse. Queen Elizabeth II's fifth portrait is on obverse.
Issued to recognise Team GB’s participation in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games - the 2020 Olympics Held in 2021 due to the COVID pandemic.
Silver halfcrown of King George V. Fourth coinage (1927-1936). The Reverse, by George Kruger Gray, shows a quartered shield of arms with crowned royal cyphers each side.
Minted to Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) standard by the Royal Mint, which is a finish that is much better than on bullion coins, but not as good as a Proof finish.
The 2020 Palladium 1oz Eagle is minted to Uncirculated standard and contains 1oz Palladium. Denomination is $25.
This is the gold proof version of the popular Britannia series. The gold content is 1/4 Troy ounce (7.8g), with a diameter of 22mm. The coin is denominated as £25.
This is the standard version of the BU £5 coin, featuring The Who. The coin is part of the Royal Mint's Music Legends series.
Copper Farthing (quarter penny). The Obverse, by WIlliam Wyon, shows Queen Victoria facing left with her hair tied back with a loose curl.
Queen Elizabeth II’s fourth portrait is on the obverse, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley. Limited Edition set at 12,500.
Struck at the Tower Mint, London. Third period. 'XII' on right is the mark of value, representing 12 pence (= one shilling).
Braided Hair cents (Coronet large cents) were minted between 1840 and 1857. The coin was designed by Chief Engraver Christian Gobrecht.
King George V’s portrait by Bertram Mackennal can be seen on the obverse of the coin. 20,295,280 sovereigns were struck in London in 1915.
The Reverse, by Jody Clark, shows the White Horse of Hanover and is the seventh design in The Queen’s Beasts Collection.
The National Park of American Samoa is the most remote of the US National parks. The Reverse shows a Samoan Fruit Bat mother with a pup.
Mahatma Gandhi was an Indian anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist. He inspired civil rights and freedom across the world.
1933, 'wreath' design. The wreath crown design was used between 1927-36 (none in 1935 when the 'Rocking Horse' design was used for the King's 25th Jubilee).
The fifth coin in the Royal Mint's "Six Decades of 007" is "Bond Films of the 2000s". This is the 1oz Gold Proof £100 coin.
The fifth coin in the Royal Mint's "Six Decades of 007" is "Bond Films of the 2000s". This is the 1oz Silver Proof £2 coin.
The fifth coin in the Royal Mint's "Six Decades of 007" is "Bond Films of the 2000s". This is the BU Five Pound (£5) coin.
This coin is 50% silver. 1926 can be the second or third (modified bust) issues. The Reverse shows a Lion passant on crown.
Issued to commemorate the 70th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. The reverse features a design showing a representation of Windsor Castle with five flag poles.
The small 'M' just above the date shows this coin was minted at the Melbourne Mint in Victoria, Australia. Obverse is Queen Victoria Old Head (Vieled Head) by Thomas Brock.
List of George V Gold Sovereigns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors and investors.
22 Carat Gold Proof £5 piece celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. The coin has a diameter of 38.61mm and weighs 39.94g.
On the reverse is the Flax Plant and royal diadem representing Northern Ireland. The design, by Leslie Durbin, was used in 1986 and 1991.
Silver Proof Two Pounds, 999 silver. Diameter 38.61mm. The Lion of England Two Pound coin was the second to be released in this series.
Jacqueline Kennedy was the wife of 35th President, John F. Kennedy. Jacqueline Lee Bouvier was born on July 28, 1929. She married John Kennedy in 1953.
The florin is a two-shilling coin. Second Coinage. In 1921 the silver content was 50% following the debasement of silver coins in 1920.
Sherlock Holmes is probably the most famous fictional detective of all time and was created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (22 May 1859 – 7 July 1930).
Gold Aureus of Emperor Pertinax, minted at the Rome Mint in 193AD. Pertinax was the first emperor during the Year of the Five Emperors.
List of Elizabeth II Silver Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors and investors.
To commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, 6 June 1944, the Royal Mint has issued a series of Limited Edition coins. This coin is the 2024 D-Day 50p BU.
Silver penny of King Edward I, minted around 1280-1281 at the Canterbury Mint. Legend is "EDW R ANGL DNS HYB".
Nickel-brass 12-sided threepenny bit. Second issue. Effectively the last brass threepence minted as the 1970 was in proof sets only.
List of Charles III Sovereigns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and info for coin collectors and investors.
This Halfcrown would have been struck between 1633-1634. Silver, Group II, type 2. Tower (London) mint. The Obverse shows King Charles I on horseback holding reins and sword across right shoulder.
Royal Arms is a one troy ounce 999 fine silver bullion coin from the Royal Mint. The Royal Arms is the official Coat of Arms for the British monarch.
List of Emperor Vitellius Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
Silver Half-Groat of the first reign of Henry VI, struck around 1430-1431. Diameter 21mm. Rosette-mascle issue. Calais mint (cross V). Long cross with trefoil in quarters.
This was the first year of George IV Crowns. There are several variants with the edge saying SECUNDO or TERTIO. Proof coins were also minted.
List of Charles III Gold Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and info for coin collectors and investors.
This coin is to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the historic voyage of the Mayflower, which carried the first Pilgrims from Plymouth to America. The ship was only 100 feet long and 30 feet wide.
This coin was issued to recognise Team GB’s participation in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. The Reverse shows logos of some of the sports that Team GB will compete in.
Benedetto Pistrucci’s famous portrayal of St George slaying the dragon can be seen on the reverse of the coin. The small 'P' above the date indicates the sovereign was produced at the Perth Mint.
The Reverse shows a crowned lion passant on top of a crown, by George William de Saulles.
List of Emperor Vespasian Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and information for coin collectors.
List of Elizabeth II 50 Pence Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and info for coin collectors.
Silver denarius of Emperor Hadrian minted around 125-128AD. Mint of Rome. Legend "HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS".
List of Charles III Two Pound Coins with descriptions, images, mintages, history and info for coin collectors.
Silver Penny of King Edward III minted at the Durham Mint between 1344 and 1351. Third Coinage. Reverse shows Long Cross with three pellets in each angle. Legend: "CVI TAS DVN EME".
List of William IV Halfcrowns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and info for coin collectors.
Reverse is a Celtic Cross with a Pimpernel Flower in the centre surrounded by an ancient Torc representing Northern Ireland. Some describe it as a Celtic cross, Broighter collar and pimpernel.
In 1912 Sovereigns were minted in London, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Just above the date is a small 'M' showing this coin was produced at the Melbourne Mint.
List of Elizabeth I Crowns with descriptions, images, mintages, history and info for coin collectors.
Elton John 2020 UK One Ounce 0.9999 (99.99%) Gold Proof Coin. The second coin in the Royal Mint "Music Legends" collection.
In 1966 the Prime Minister is still Harold Wilson (Labour) after calling and winning a 31st March General Election. No Proof sovereigns were issued in 1966.