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Concorde at 50: Celebrating a Supersonic Icon on the UK’s 2026 50p Coin
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
The VE Day Masterpiece Poppy® 5oz Silver Proof Coin: A Lasting Tribute to Remembrance
November 11th, 1945.
For the first time since the guns fell silent, the people of Britain gathered in unity – not in war, but in remembrance.
At the Cenotaph in London, His Majesty King George VI stood with head bowed, a wreath of poppies in hand. Beside him, a young Princess Elizabeth, dressed proudly in her Auxiliary Territorial Service uniform, laid her own tribute. Together, father and daughter embodied a nation’s grief and gratitude, a moment of quiet dignity shared by millions.
Winston Churchill, the man who had led Britain through its darkest days, stood solemnly nearby. Clergy, soldiers, and citizens alike filled the streets in silence. The weight of loss, the relief of peace, and the hope of a new beginning hanging in the air.
That first Remembrance Service after victory wasn’t merely a ceremony, it was a defining moment in the story of Britain.
And now, 80 years on, that moment has been captured forever in pure silver.
A Masterpiece Born from Remembrance
Introducing the VE Day Masterpiece Poppy® 5oz Silver Proof Coin – a numismatic work of art that unites craftsmanship, history, and emotion.
Each year a Masterpiece Poppy Coin is released in partnership with the Royal British Legion. This year’s release is the perfect tribute to the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
Each coin is struck from five ounces of the finest Pure Silver, finished to the highest Proof standard, and brought to life with ultra-high relief precision. Every fold, every feature, every line of that historic scene is sculpted in exquisite detail.
The artistry doesn’t stop there. The selective application of vivid red – the colour of remembrance, brings the poppy to life in a way that feels almost three-dimensional. Against the mirrored silver finish, it burns with quiet power, a symbol of sacrifice that will never fade.
Each coin is struck multiple times using a meticulous process reserved for the most premium issues, ensuring razor-sharp definition and a truly museum-quality finish.
Secure Your Place in History
Eighty years after that moment of national reflection, the VE Day Masterpiece Poppy® 5oz Silver Proof Coin stands as a beacon of remembrance and gratitude.
Its beauty lies not only in its craftsmanship, but in what it represents – courage, unity, and peace hard-won.
With demand expected to exceed availability, only a few privileged collectors will be able to own this enduring symbol of remembrance.
Because some moments in history deserve to be remembered – in silver, in colour, and forever.
Britain’s Biggest Roman Coin Hoard? ????
Discovery of up to 15,000 Ancient Coins in North Wales
A metal detectorist from Cheshire has made what could be one of the LARGEST discoveries in Welsh history – up to 15,000 Roman coins buried in two pots deep in the North Wales countryside.
https://www.minelab.com/blog/article/minelab-manticore-uncovers-one-of-the-largest-roman-coin-hoards-ever-found-in-the-uk
David Moss, an experienced detectorist, made the astonishing find with his friend Ian Nicholson while exploring a remote area described as “virtually untouched.” When he realised what they had uncovered, Moss said he felt a rush of excitement and disbelief.
The pair spent over six hours carefully excavating the site, unearthing layer after layer of ancient coins. Fearing the hoard might be disturbed or stolen, Moss went to extraordinary lengths to protect it – sleeping in his car for three nights before safely transporting it to National Museum Cardiff, where experts are now examining and cataloguing the discovery.
A Glimpse into Ancient Britain
This remarkable find offers a new window into the lives of people living at the edge of the Roman Empire nearly two thousand years ago.
https://www.minelab.com/blog/article/minelab-manticore-uncovers-one-of-the-largest-roman-coin-hoards-ever-found-in-the-uk
Archaeologists believe such hoards were often buried during periods of unrest – sometimes hidden to keep valuables safe during invasions, and other times offered to the gods in times of crisis. The fact that the coins were found sealed in pots suggests they were deliberately placed there for safekeeping.
As archaeologists begin their detailed study, Moss’s find is already being hailed as one of the most exciting insights into Roman-era Wales in recent memory.
From Ancient Fields to Your Collection
For anyone fascinated by discoveries like this – or who dreams of uncovering a piece of Rome’s past for themselves – there’s no better way to experience that connection than by adding genuine Roman coins to your collection. While the North Wales hoard will remain in the hands of historians, you can still own coins struck by the same civilisation that left treasures like it buried across Britain – waiting to be discovered for centuries to come.
This is The Roman Legions Coin Set, this set features two authentic bronze coins, each struck nearly two thousand years ago at the height of the Roman Empire.
- One shows a Roman camp gate, symbolising the strength and discipline of the Roman army.
- The other depicts two legionnaires carrying standards, representing Rome’s unity and power.
Together, they honour the legendary legions that built and defended one of the greatest empires the world has ever known.
With only 100 sets available from The Westminster Collection, these historic coins won’t be around for long.
Click here to secure your pair today with a deposit of just £24 (+p&p) – and add an extraordinary piece of ancient Rome to your collection before it’s gone.