The 50p coins that walked in Nelson’s footsteps

What is the world’s oldest naval ship still in commission?

I’ll give you a clue (beyond the one in the title). It’s now in its 245th year of service.

The answer is HMS Victory, probably the most famous ship in Britain.

I was surprised to hear that she is still part of the Royal Navy’s fleet, having never been officially decommissioned.

HMS Victory has been in dry dock for 101 years, but over 200 years ago, she was the flagship of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar.

Five-coin set honours HMS Victory for the first time ever

Now, this famous naval vessel is appearing on Silver 50p coins alongside Lord Nelson himself for the very first time as part of a very limited five-coin set.

And our entire edition limit of Silver Proof HMS Victory 50p sets was taken aboard HMS Victory last year and placed in Nelson’s day cabin to soak up centuries of incredible history.

The five 50p designs feature the following:

  • HMS Victory at full sail
  • The ship’s stern
  • Canons at fire
  • A portrait of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson
  • Nelson’s final moments

Each coin is struck from .925 Sterling Silver to a Proof finish and features its design in full colour!

And the complete set includes the first ever Lord Nelson 50p coin!

Tiny edition limit: Just 400 sets available

Just 400 Silver Proof sets were available, and we now have less than 20 remaining.

How long can 400 sets possibly last? Especially knowing that they have been aboard Victory… 

Click here to secure your Silver 50p Set that has been aboard HMS Victory now >>>

By purchasing one of the HMS Victory Silver 50p Sets you will be helping to maintain this important piece of British naval history. £17.45 from each set sold will be donated to the National Museum of the Royal Navy.

Watch our video below where we explore HMS Victory and discuss this exciting coin set!


You may also be interested in our blog on the HMS Victory Masterpiece Silver 5oz 50p — in a presentation alongside real wood from HMS Victory’s restoration.

Celebrate a Traditional Christmas with the NEW limited edition 50ps – just released for the festive season!

Christmas is fast approaching, and that can only mean one thing… BRAND NEW Christmas 50ps!

FIVE new 50p coins have just been issued by Guernsey, celebrating a ‘Traditional Christmas’. The must-have new releases feature a Christmas tree, an Ice rink, a Robin, a Snowman, and Santa himself switching the Christmas lights on. Check out our video below to see them up close…

Collectors have ALREADY been rushing to secure their own. So much so that we’ve already seen a sell-out in one release!

But not to worry, we’ve picked out some of our favourite specifications below, one of which features something never seen before on a set of 50p coins!

With Christmas just around the corner, this really is the perfect coin collection to get you in the festive spirit! You’re going to want to take a closer look at these very festive designs…


A Traditional Christmas Silver Proof 50p Set

There’s a good reason why this 50p set is limited to just 500 worldwide…

Brought to life in vivid colour ink, these are the FIRST EVER 50ps to have the extra addition of GLITTER!

Each of the five 50p coins in the set is struck from .925 Sterling Silver to a Proof finish, arriving in a display box complete with a certificate of authenticity.

The perfect gift can be hard to come by, but these first ever Silver Glitter 50p set are MUST-HAVE on our Christmas wish-list.

Secure your very own set here >>

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Traditional Christmas Robin Colour 50p Card

The ‘Traditional Christmas’ Robin 50p is presented here in a beautiful Christmas card.

Featured on wrapping paper, Christmas cards and more, the Robin has become a well-established part of a British Christmas.

The design of Britain’s National Bird is brought to life with the addition of selective colour ink.

But that’s not all – your Robin 50p is struck to a superior Brilliant Uncirculated quality, with each 50p Christmas card left blank inside to write your own personalised message. What better way to wish friends and family a Merry Christmas!

Click here to secure yours today for just £12.50 (p&p) >>

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A Traditional Christmas BU 50p Set

Looking to own ALL FIVE 50ps in Brilliant Uncirculated Quality? Look no further than the Traditional Christmas BU 50p Set.

Your coins arrive housed in a special festive presentation pack, which is one of the only ways to own all five of these coins as a complete set.

Whether for a fellow collector, loved one or even as a special treat for yourself, this is a lovely collection to treasure forever.

Don’t miss out, secure yours here for just £34.95 (+p&p) >>

BU Non Colour Christmas 50p Set with Packaging - Celebrate a Traditional Christmas with the NEW limited edition 50ps – just released for the festive season!

With prices starting from JUST £6.99, you can discover all the brand new products in the ‘Traditional Christmas’ 50p range here. I’m sure there’s something just for you!

Click here to browse the full range of ‘Traditional Christmas’ 50p releases starting from JUST £6.99 >>

The 2022 RBL Poppy Masterpiece – Creating a Masterpiece

Here at The Westminster Collection, we’ve had the privilege of working in partnership with the Royal British Legion for over a decade.

Each year, we issue bespoke coins and commemoratives for the RBL Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Day.

And we’re incredibly proud to have so far raised over £1 million for the Royal British Legion.

Unboxing the 2022 RBL Poppy Masterpiece

The Masterpiece is a remarkable coin and this year, creating the Masterpiece has more of a personal touch than ever before.

Each coin has been meticulously painted by hand, making each one unique.

Never has the name “Masterpiece” been more appropriate. Each coin is a work of art, but how do you go about creating 350 pieces of unique artwork?

“The 2022 Masterpiece Poppy Coin is a timeless token of Remembrance. Not only is this coin a poignant reminder of all those who have served and sacrificed, but it also helps the Royal British Legion continue to be there for today’s Armed Forces community, no matter what.”

Charles Byrne , Director General of the Royal British Legion

One of a Kind – Creating a Masterpiece

This year’s Masterpiece coin has been expertly designed by Beata Kulesza-Damaziak. Beata has a studio in Warsaw, Poland, designing sculptures, book covers and has produced many coin designs.

Beata’s design has been struck in high relief on 5oz Pure Silver blanks, with different heights of relief applied to give a real depth to the design.

Keen-eyed observers will see a map of the Falklands on the very bottom layer, with a total of 40 poppies poignantly sitting on top to mark the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War.

The largest and 40th poppy sits proudly in the middle of the coin. It’s that poppy that elevates the coin to status of “Masterpiece”.

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The 2022 RBL Poppy Masterpiece Coin. Expertly designed by Beata Kulesza-Damaziak

Every single coin has had that poppy hand-painted by artist Adam Taylor, making each one unique.

Most colour on coins these days is printed using high-speed pad-printing machines or using modern UV printing techniques. Adam has used traditional model-painting techniques on the coins, which means each one has unique brush-strokes and subtle differences in the colours.

Adding acrylic paint to the high relief poppy gives it that iconic red colour and further enhances the coin design. The time, care and attention required on a project such as this, truly does make each one of the 350 a one-off.

Adam dedicated hour upon hour to these coins, adding the personal touches to make each one a true Masterpiece.

Secure your hand-painted, one of a kind RBL Poppy Masterpiece Coin here>>