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Rupert Bear features on BRAND NEW 50p! New designs revealed…
The wait is finally over and it is with great excitement that we can reveal our brand new Rupert Bear British Isles 50p coin range with you all!
For the FIRST TIME EVER Rupert Bear will feature on a brand new 50p coin. But that’s not all, as four more 50p coins featuring some of the best-loved characters from the comic strip have also been released.
Rupert Bear was created by Mary Tourtel as a cartoon for the Daily Express newspaper and his adventures continue up to this day, celebrating his 100th anniversary in 2020.
Whether you’re looking for the new centrepiece for your collection, you’re an avid 50p collector, a Rupert Bear fan or looking for the perfect gift for a loved one, there’s bound to be something within the range for you.
Find out more about each of the wonderful Rupert Bear 50p coins we have available below….
The Official Rupert Bear 50p Coin
This is the perfect piece for those new to collecting or if you’re looking for the first coin to start your collection. The 50p has been struck to a Brilliant Uncirculated quality – a superior finish sought-after by collectors – and features a stunning illustration design of Rupert Bear by Matt Tindall.
The coin comes presented in official Rupert Bear packaging, meaning it will be protected for years to come. Order yours for JUST £6.25 (+p&p) by clicking here>>
The COMPLETE Rupert Bear Brilliant Uncirculated 50p Collection
This set is one of the only ways you can own all FIVE Rupert Bear 50p’s in superior Brilliant Uncirculated Quality. Each of the coins feature a specially commissioned design depicting some of the best-loved characters from the comic strip.
New 50p collections such as this prove extremely popular with collectors and we expect this to be no exception. If you’d like to secure one for your collection you’ll need to be quick. Click here for more details >>
The Silver Proof Rupert Bear 50p Coin
If you’d prefer to own a more limited version of the coin, then this Silver Proof Rupert Bear 50p is for you. Struck in Sterling Silver to an immaculate Proof Finish, the coin features an impressive full-colour illustration of Rupert Bear exactly as he features in the famous comic strip series.
Silver Proof 50p’s are amongst the most sought-after new issues around and with JUST 4,950 of these available worldwide, a sell-out is expected. Order yours today before it’s too late>>
The COMPLETE Rupert Bear Silver Proof 50p Collection
Are you after the perfect new centrepiece for your collection? Then look no further. The Silver Proof 50p Collection is perhaps the ultimate way to own these brand new coins. Each 50p has been impeccably struck in Silver to an immaculate Proof Finish and features one of five full colour designs.
Importantly, this set is the only way you can own ALL FIVE designs in Silver Proof quality. With just 2,495 available worldwide you’ll need to act fast to guarantee the complete set for your collection. These won’t be around for long! Find out more by clicking here>>
The Gold Proof Rupert Bear 50p
The crème de la crème of the range you could say. If you’re looking for the most premium and limited way to own one of these brand new British Isles Rupert Bear 50p coins, then this is it. The coin has been struck from 22 Carat Gold to a perfect Proof Finish, and features a stunning engraving of Rupert Bear.
New Gold Proof 50p’s have a strong sell-out history and high demand is expected. If you’d like to join one of JUST 250 lucky collectors worldwide to own this prestigious new coin, then please don’t delay. Click here for more information>
The Ultimate Rupert Bear 50p Coin Cover
For all the stamp collectors out there, this could be the perfect piece for you! As today, you can secure ALL FIVE of the Rupert Bear 50p Coins in superior Brilliant Uncirculated Quality, on this exclusive cover alongside classic Royal Mail Rupert Bear Stamps.
Only 750 covers are being issued worldwide. An edition limit that is confirmed by the one-day-only postmark – 9th March 2020 – the official release date of the new 50p coins. Given the limited number available a sell out is expected, so please order yours as soon as you can to avoid disappointment.> (opens in a new tab)”> Click here to find out more >>
Rupert Bear is a national treasure whose appeal spans across many generations. As such demand is expected to be extremely high for these brand new 50p coins.
It is highly advised that you act quickly to secure your favourite pieces from the collection to avoid disappointment. Sell-outs are expected, and fast.
The name’s Bond, James Bond… secret agent 007 to feature on new UK coins!
I don’t know about you, but I’m counting down the days until James Bond – or better known by his MI6 codename 007 – will be returning later this year in the hotly-anticipated 25th Bond film, No Time To Die.
But what’s perhaps even more exciting is that the Royal Proclamation issued on 14th February 2020 confirmed a BRAND NEW coin series featuring the British secret agent will be issued – just in time for the release of the new movie!
Much like many of Bond’s missions, the details of these coins are a closely guarded secret. But your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to register your interest below, so that when the new coins are released you’ll be the first to know.
In the meantime, let’s take a closer look at the Royal Proclamation to see what is in store for this exciting new series…
007 to feature on THREE coins
According to the Proclamation there will be not one, not two, but three coins issued in the series. The designs have been confirmed to feature the following:
- The Bond car from Goldfinger set against the 007 logo with the inscription ‘Bond, James Bond‘.
- The Bond car from The Spy Who Loved Me set against part of the 007 logo and the inscription ‘Pay attention 007′.
- A depiction of James Bond’s torso in a dinner jacket and bow tie set against a part of the 007 logo with the inscription ‘Shaken not stirred’.
From this I think we can safely say that all three designs will feature iconic James Bond images that we’ve grown to know and love, and will instantly recognise from the films.
It also looks like this commemorative Bond coin will be issued in a variety of base and limited edition precious metal specifications and denominations. This includes a Brilliant Uncirculated £5 coin and a Silver £2 coin.
Not the first time Bond features on a UK coin…
However, eagle eyed collectors will know that this isn’t the first time the suave secret agent has featured on a UK coin. He made his debut appearance in the Royal Mint’s A-Z 10p coin series, taking the ‘B’ for ‘Bond’ spot.
Out of all the A-Z 10p designs, ‘Bond’ is widely considered to be the most popular. This makes me certain that this brand new James Bond series WILL to be a real hit with collectors!
If you’re interested…
It goes without saying that Bond has an unrivalled cult following with leagues of fans worldwide. So, I expect these new commemorative issues to be in high demand… Click here to see the full range!
Celebrating the most iconic coins of King George III’s reign
On 29th January 2020 we marked the milestone 200th anniversary of the end of King George III’s reign. And whilst some will remember him as the ‘Mad King’, there is no denying the coins issued during his reign are some of the most iconic to have ever graced the pockets of the British public.
To celebrate his legacy some of the world’s most renowned Mints have issued some remarkable coin issues.
I’ve picked out some of my favourite designs to share with you today so you, too, can have the joy of discovering the most beautiful coins issued during King George III’s rule.
2020 UK King George III £5 BU £5
In 2020, to mark the 200th anniversary of King George III’s death, The Royal Mint issued this £5 coin.
Struck to a Brilliant Uncirculated finish, this coin features a design by Dominique Evans which explores the multifaceted nature of Britain’s longest reigning king. The design incorporates an effigy of the king alongside the King’s Observatory and Windsor Castle.
King George III’s impressive 59-year reign was memorable for multiple military conflicts, including the end of the American War of Independence and the defeat of Napoleon in the Battle of Waterloo. He oversaw great change in Britain as we emerged as a world power, and was even the first monarch to appear on the modern Sovereign!
I’m sure you’ll agree that this is a stunning issue. Do you have this coin in your collection? Let us know in the comments below.
St George and the Dragon
Designed by renowned engraver Benedetto Pistrucci, the St George and the Dragon design is probably one of the most instantly recognisable motifs in numismatic history. The design first appeared on the modern Sovereign in 1817, when it was struck to replace the gold Guinea following the Great Recoinage Act of 1816, and it still appears on today’s Sovereigns. This made King George III the first monarch to appear on the modern Sovereign, so it’s only fitting really that he is commemorated on a new range of Sovereign coins.
Pistrucci’s iconic design also appeared on King George III’s 1818 Crown, the first type of Crown or Five Shillings to be issued in his reign. This Crown was the first ‘new’ Crown coinage to be struck, and significantly only 155,000 were ever minted – making it highly sought-after amongst collectors today.
(Image courtesy of JN Coins, http://www.jncoins.co.uk/Shop/milled-crowns/702-george-iii-silver-crown-1818-lix.html)
The East India Company have struck a beautiful interpretation of this timeless design on the most prestigious Sovereign denomination – the Five Sovereign. The spectacular scene is framed by the Latin motto “hoit soit que mal y pense”, which translates to “shame on him who thinks evil of it” – the motto of the British chivalric Order of the Garter.
‘Counter Stamped’ Spanish Dollar
The cost of the French Revolutionary Wars, combined with the threat of invasion on the Welsh and Irish coasts, took its toll on the Bank of England resulting in members of the public demanding to withdraw large sums of cash. The result was a currency crisis, as the panicked public depleted the coin and bullion reserves of the Bank of England.
One thing was clear, a solution to the gold and silver coin shortage had to be found, and quickly. At the time most of the Bank’s reserves were held in the most popular coin of the time – Spanish Dollars. To fix the currency crisis King George III authorised the counter stamping of these Spanish Dollars with a ‘puncheon’ of the King’s head as part of the hallmarking. These modified dollars were released rapidly into the market, allaying the currency crisis.
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In tribute to this iconic coin, the East India Company has replicated the design on a Double Sovereign piece. The reverse features an effigy of King Charles III of Spain inset with the effigy of King George III to represent the same process as the original Spanish Dollar coins.
Spade Guinea
Under King George III’s reign Britain witnessed the Great Recoinage Act of 1816, following which the favoured gold coin of the time, the Guinea, was replaced by the Sovereign. This was a huge moment for Britain in terms of its currency as the Guinea had become the very foundation of the British Empire’s growth during the late 17th and 18th centuries. Had the Guinea remained in use it would have been circulating at the time of Wellington’s victory at Waterloo!
In its heyday several different motifs featured on Guineas, but none is as famous as the Spade Guinea. Nicknamed because of the spade-like shield on its reverse, this design featured on the last ever circulating Guinea during King George III’s reign.
(Image courtesy of JN Coins, http://www.jncoins.co.uk/Shop/milled-gold/118-george-iii-spade-guinea-1798.html)
In fact, this is the only Guinea to feature this distinctive reverse design, and the Half Guinea issued in the same era is the only Half Guinea to also feature it. This makes the Spade Guinea one of a kind. It is this fact which makes the coin fascinating to collectors and historians alike.
Although the Guinea is no longer in circulation you may still come across its name from time to time in classic horse racing. The longstanding tradition of livestock being traded in Guinea values still exists in some auction houses and horse racing organisations because the name ‘Guinea’ is so intrinsically linked with the ‘sport of kings’.
And now this iconic design has been faithfully replicated on a Sovereign, issued by the East India Company. It represents England, Scotland, France and Ireland, as well as the German possessions of the Hanoverian dynasty.
Secure the 2020 UK King George III £5 BU Pack
Available to own in official bespoke Royal Mint presentation packing, the 2020 UK King George III £5 coin has been struck to a superior Brilliant Uncirculated quality.
Secure this bespoke presentation for your collection for just £13.00 (+p&p) by clicking here >>