On 29 November 1962, a bold agreement was signed between the British and French governments. Its ambition was unprecedented: to work together to create an aircraft capable of sustained supersonic flight. Few could have predicted that this collaboration would give birth to one of the greatest engineering achievements in aviation history. 

That aircraft was Concorde. 

To mark 50 years since Concorde’s first commercial passenger flight in 1976, The Royal Mint has released an official UK 2026 Concorde 50p coin, celebrating the aircraft that redefined what was possible in air travel. 

The Design… 

The UK 2026 Concorde 50p features a striking reverse design by Osborne Ross, depicting the aircraft traversing the globe — a powerful nod to its international impact. 

Polished elements within the design create clever light play and reflection, echoing Concorde’s sleek aerodynamic form. Across the centre, the aircraft’s name appears boldly in block capitals, styled to resemble a split-flap departure board, instantly recogniseable of airport terminals and the golden age of jet travel. 

Available in Brilliant Uncirculated, Silver Proof, Silver Proof Piedfort and Gold Proof editions, the coin is also featured in historic collector sets that include coins dated 1976, the year Concorde entered service. 

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Choose Your Edition 

The Official UK 2026 Concorde BU 50p Pack 

Issued to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Concorde’s first commercial service, this Brilliant Uncirculated 50p is the perfect entry point for collectors and aviation enthusiasts alike. 

• Struck to a Brilliant Uncirculated finish 

• Reverse design by Osborne Ross 

• Produced in partnership with British Airways and Airbus 

• Housed in official Royal Mint packaging exploring Concorde’s legacy  

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UK 2026 Concorde Silver Proof 50p 

For the first time ever, Concorde appears on an official UK 50p — now struck in Sterling Silver to a stunning Proof finish. 

With 30% fewer coins than the sold-out Red Arrows Silver 50p, this strictly limited release offers collectors a rare opportunity to own a landmark piece of British aviation history. 

• First-ever official UK 50p featuring Concorde 

• Struck in .925 Sterling Silver 

• Limited to just 3,500 worldwide 

• Presented in a premium display case with Certificate of Authenticity 

• Officially licensed, produced with British Airways and Airbus 

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UK 2026 Concorde Silver Proof Piedfort 50p 

Struck on a double-thickness Sterling Silver blank, the Piedfort edition delivers enhanced weight, presence and prestige. 

Because Piedfort coins demand exceptional skill and precision, this release is more than four times rarer than the standard Silver Proof edition. 

• Double-thickness .925 Sterling Silver 

• Strict worldwide limit of 750 coins 

• Premium display case and Certificate of Authenticity 

• Officially licensed and produced in partnership with British Airways and Airbus 

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UK 2026 Concorde Gold Proof 50p 

At the pinnacle of the range sits the Concorde Gold Proof 50p — an extraordinary tribute crafted from 22 carat gold. 

With an edition limit of just 125 worldwide, this is an exceptionally rare opportunity to own a coin that matches Concorde’s prestige, rarity and legacy. 

• Struck in 22 carat gold to a Proof finish 

• Celebrates 50 years since Concorde’s first commercial flight 

• Limited to JUST 125 worldwide 

• Presented in a premium display case with Certificate of Authenticity 

• Officially licensed, produced with British Airways and Airbus 

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Take Your Seat in History 

Few machines have ever captured the spirit of progress like Concorde. Now, 50 years after it first carried passengers at supersonic speed, its legacy is immortalised on an official UK coin, a fitting tribute to one of the greatest engineering achievements of the modern age.