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Titans of British culture – Queen and Bond – to feature on UK coins!
***UPDATE***
Following the Royal Proclamations on the 8th November 2019, The Royal Mint have now confirmed there will be a Music Legends coin series!
This is exciting news for music fans and collectors alike. It’s safe to assume stage legends Queen will be part of this series, but who else would you like to see on a Music Legends coin?
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Royal Proclamations issued on 8th November 2019 confirm that two icons of British culture will be honoured next year on UK coins – rock legends of the stage, Queen, and spy of the silver screen, James Bond.
It is unknown yet exactly when we will be able to snap up these new issues, but we do know the coins will be 2020 dated so we will be on the lookout from the New Year…
“I won’t be a rock star. I will be a legend” – Freddie Mercury
And legends they did become. It’s safe to say renowned rock band Queen have been inspiring millions across the globe since they exploded on to the British music scene in 1970 – you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t recognise the opening rift of Another One Bites the Dust.
Known for hits such as We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody and Don’t Stop Me Now, Queen’s pioneering, creative and alternative approaches to music making proved to the world that music has no bounds.
Their status as icons in the British music industry was sealed in 1990 when they received the Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. Following this they were then inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001 and in 2018 were presented with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
And now, their lasting legacy is going to be captured on a commemorative UK coin – the first band to ever feature on a UK coin!
The Royal Proclamation confirms there will be various specifications available, including a £5 base metal coin and a variety of precious metal versions. All coins will bear a design depicting a keyboard, drum, bass and electric guitar accompanied by a microphone and the inscription “QUEEN”. What’s more, a special two pound denomination silver coin will feature the edge inscription “MERCURY · MAY · TAYLOR · DEACON ·”
Bond, James Bond
Created by Ian Fleming in 1953, James Bond – or better known by his MI6 codename 007 – will be returning in the hotly-anticipated 25th Bond film that was revealed recently to be called No Time To Die.
The Bond franchise is the longest running film series of all time, grossing nearly $7 billion to date for its production company, Eon. Overall it has grown to become the fourth-highest-grossing film series ever, and has amassed five Academy Awards along the way too.
The secret agent has been portrayed by seven actors, and is perhaps best known for his suave manner, his penchant for martinis (shaken, not stirred) and the gadgets and cars supplied by Q branch.
Speaking of cars, the Royal Proclamation confirms the design of the Bond coin will feature the 007 logo and a depiction of his car – fingers crossed for a classic Aston Martin!
It also looks like this commemorative Bond coin will be issued in a variety of precious metal specifications. The smallest denomination will be a ten pound silver coin, with an impressive diameter of 65mm to truly appreciate what is sure to be a spectacular design.
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Both Queen and Bond have an unrivalled cult following with leagues of fans worldwide. So, I expect these new commemorative issues to be amongst the most anticipated new issues in 2020, and as such will be in high demand!
If you want to be kept up to date and be the first to know when these coins are available then simply register your interest below and we’ll email you as soon as we have more information.
The FOUR Remembrance Poppy Commemoratives every collector should know about…
On the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month – the world will unite in silence to remember our fallen heroes.
To mark this important occasion, a number of new Remembrance Poppy Commemoratives are released each year in partnership with The Royal British Legion.
And this year, they might just be the best yet.
You see this year marks 100 years of Remembrance and the unveiling of the Cenotaph. And all of the coin designs are symbolic of this important anniversary, the attention to detail is incredible.
If you’re yet to secure your 2019 Remembrance Commemorative, then I have good news for you! As I’ve spent some time looking through the new releases and have handpicked my top 4 pieces. Read on to find out why each of them would make a great addition to any collection…
Did you know? Through the sales of Remembrance and Poppy coins that The Westminster Collection has raised over an incredible £1 million for The Royal British Legion. Find out what Charles Bryne, Director General of The Legion, had to say about this by clicking here.
The Masterpiece Poppy Coin – a great feat of minting techniques and craftsmanship
Truth be told, there are so many incredible features on this year’s Masterpiece Poppy Coin that I genuinely don’t know where to begin.
First up you have the Mother of Pearl Poppy that sits proudly atop the coin. Nacre, to give Mother of Pearl its proper name, makes up the outer coating of Pearls – one of the most sought-after gemstones on the planet. And due to its nature, means that each Poppy crafted from it is completely unique.
The coin itself has been struck from 5oz of fine silver and finished to a Proof Finish; the finish that true collectors value. Multiple smaller copies have also been engraved onto its huge 65mm surface, resulting in an exceptional 3-dimensional effect.
The 2019 Masterpiece Poppy Coin is the pinnacle of craftsmanship and unsurprisingly one of the most demanded in the world of Numismatics. It really has to be seen to be believed. But with a large majority of the 300 worldwide edition limit now reserved, you’ll need to be quick if you’d like to secure one for your collection. Find out more by clicking this link >>
The WORLD’S FIRST £2 Remembrance Poppy Coin
There have been many Remembrance Poppy Coins issued over the years, but never before have we seen a £2 coin. That was until now!
This brand new coin features a large stylised poppy with the text ‘We will remember them’, and is encircled by a pattern that has been inspired by the wreath on the Cenotaph. Paying tribute to that all-important centenary anniversary.
Collecting firsts always prove extremely popular with collectors and the same can be said for the FIRST EVER £2 Remembrance Poppy Coin. If you’re an annual Remembrance Poppy Coin collector this is a must-have for your collection. And best yet, it can be yours for JUST £9.99 (+p&p). Click here to order now >>
ONLY 250 collectors can own this exclusive Remembrance Silver £2 Coin Cover
If you’re looking for an extremely limited way to own the FIRST EVER Remembrance Silver £2 Coin, then this is it. In fact, this could be the most poignant cover issued this year.
Sat at the heart of the cover is the world’s first Remembrance Silver Proof £2 Coin. Of the 2,500 that have been issued for worldwide distribution, only 250 have been allocated for use in this exclusive cover. A significantly low amount given the magnitude of the occasion.
This is perfectly paired alongside the Official Royal Mail ‘Lest We Forget’ Poppy Stamps that will be postmarked on Remembrance Day – 11th November 2019. This both captures a moment in time and further cements the strict 250 worldwide edition limit.
The cover has just been announced for release and early signs suggest a sell-out is on the cards. Click here to secure yours before it’s too late >>
Strictly limited Gold-Plated £5 Coin marks 100 years of Remembrance
To mark 100 years of Remembrance and pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, this strictly limited Gold-Plated Proof £5 coin has been issued.
What makes this coin so special is the one-year-only design. Adorned around the edge of the coin is a wreath of Poppies that have been expertly coloured in red ink, the detail is incredible. These encircle the poignant words, ‘WE WILL REMEMBER THEM’, that has been engraved at the centre of the coin.
Only 4,950 of these fantastic coins have been issued for worldwide distribution. If you’d like to add one to your collection for JUST £25 (+p&p) you can do so by clicking here >>
Remember, by ordering any of the 2019 Remembrance Coins or Covers that you’ll be directly supporting The Royal British Legion who provide financial, social and life-long support to the Armed Forces community.
Here’s a few words from Charles Bryne, Director General of The Royal, about raising over £1 million through the sales of Remembrance and Poppy Coins…
“As Director General of The Royal British Legion, I would like to thank those that have supported the charity by purchasing one of our partnership products over the years. I am very proud that together, we have achieved the amazing milestone of raising over £1 Million for The Royal British Legion.
This is a great achievement, which will allow us to continue to help those who need us the most. Partners like The Westminster Collection enable us to support our beneficiaries, providing lifelong support to the Armed Forces community, serving men and women, veterans, and their families when they need it most.
This Remembrance period, we will ask the nation to commemorate the service and sacrifice that many friends, allies, and Commonwealth nations made alongside Britain in defence of its freedoms, values, and way of life.
Our partnership coins and commemoratives are a reminder to us to take that time to remember and reflect, and this is why our partnership with The Westminster Collection is so very special to us.
Please accept my thanks for all of the support that you have shown the Legion in enabling us to reach this milestone, and most importantly help us to support the Armed Forces Community.”
To view our full range of Remembrance Poppy Coins click here
‘Creeping’ it real this Halloween? An exclusive look into some of the world’s scariest coins…
Do you have your fancy dress ideas up to scratch? Well, it’s coming up to the spookiest time of the year, so it’s time to dust off your witches’ hat, carve your pumpkins, put in your vampire teeth and buy copious amounts of sweets for a fang’tastic Halloween!
Here at Collector’s Gallery we love Halloween, mainly because it gives us the opportunity to reflect upon some of our most intriguingly spooky coins, produced with some of the most remarkably unique minting techniques.
From Frankenstein’s Monster, to the Symbol of Death, we take a look at some of the most spook-tacular coins that are sure to put the ‘treat’ in ‘trick or treat’ this Halloween…
Relive the moment Frankenstein’s Monster came to life…
Now, let me be Frank with you – Frankenstein’s Monster turned 200 last year and as a result this 1oz Silver Coin saw unprecedented demand.
This antique finish, Pure silver coin is impressive in its own right, but with highly specialist numismatic printing techniques it goes a step further…
When put under a UV light (which comes included in your luxury presentation case), pulsing electricity is revealed so you are able to relive the moment that Frankenstein’s monster came to life!
Struck with extra high relief, collector interest in this coin has been monstrous, so make sure you don’t miss out by clicking here >>
A real life fear…trapped!
Cleithrophobia is the fear of being trapped and this coin highlights that fear in a chilling way with the use of an incredibly complex manufacturing process called Smartminting© – which create beautiful pieces of coinage with a very special high quality Antique Finish.
This brand new coin concept originates from one of the CIT’s multiple award winning designers. The oppressive image of a trapped person is skillfully implemented on this fine, 1oz pure silver coin creating the appearance of a person screaming through a stretched fabric sheet.Spook-tacular I’m sure you will agree! Click here to trap yours >>>
‘Luna de Sangre’ Swarovski® Crystal Skull
You won’t have a ‘bone’ to pick with this ‘Swarovski ® Crystal Skull’ Coin.
After a worldwide sellout of the 2018 ‘Vanity’ Crystal Skull, the latest coin in the series for 2019 is expected to be no different. Struck in .999 Pure Silver, this coin features an electric blue skull shaped Swarovski ® Crystal against a flawless black-proof red blood moon finish.
The perfect addition to any creepy collection – bone appetite!
Find out more by clicking here >>
The Beautifully Evil Pandora’s Box…
This magnificently tragic 3oz pure silver coin features unbelievable high relief due to the fact it is minted and not cast. This means all the curses of the world, including demons and mythological creatures are made that more terrifying as they supposedly escape from the box’s vortex.
This coin has had a spellbinding reception from collectors and we have an extremely limited quantity of stock remaining. Click here to secure the Beautifully Evil Pandora’s Box coin for your collection >>
The Symbol of Death
It doesn’t get much more frightening that the Death’s Head Hawkmoth, with graceful wings signifying the fragility of life and the skull branding on its back as a stark reminder of looming death…
Featuring the very latest in minting techniques, this coins unique shape and shadowy black proof finish gives it yet another haunting element.
However, by far the most impressive part of this coin is the brand new ‘lapping’ technique which has been used for the first time EVER to create a bright, reflective surface which contrasts against the black proof finish.
If you’re interested…
Click here to see our full range of spook-tacular coins this Halloween >>
