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‘BLAMTASTIC!’ NEW 50p Coins released to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Dennis!
Recently, we announced an exciting brand new collection of 50p coins celebrating the 70th anniversary of the longest running comic strip in Beano® comics – Dennis! Unsurprisingly, since their release, the coins have seen huge demand as collectors and beloved comic fans alike race to get theirs.
But, before anything else, you must know that all the specifications of these coins have been released in extremely low edition limits. When you consider that over 1.5 million people were once part of the official Beano Fan Club, they are virtually guaranteed to not satisfy demand.
The 50p has firmly established itself as the collector’s favourite coin, so it was only right the pesky trouble makers from the Beano classic feature on them. Authorised for release by Pitcairn Islands, fully approved by Her Majesty the Queen and officially licensed by Beano®, don’t miss out on the chance of securing yours.
Find out more about these new coins and how to order them below >>
The Complete Brilliant Uncirculated 50p Set
This stunning collection features all five new 50p coins, each struck to a Brilliant Uncirculated quality and featuring carefully curated designs by illustrator Glyn Davies. These include:
- Dennis’s 70th Anniversary
- Gnasher
- Minnie the Minx
- Roger the Dodger
- Billy Whizz
What’s more, the coins will come protectively housed in an officially licensed presentation pack – adding further to its desirability.
Limited to JUST 15,000 sets worldwide you’ll need to act fast if you’d like to own on.
Click here to secure yours for just £31.25 (+p&p) >>
The Superior Coloured Silver Proof 50p…
The Silver Proof version of Official Dennis ‘70’ 50p coin features a special illustration of Dennis, alongside a stylised ‘70’ – to honour the 70th Anniversary. What’s more, the coin has been struck to a flawless Proof finish from .925 Sterling Silver with selective vivid colour printing to bring the design to life!
The Silver Proof editions are without a doubt the collector’s favourite and almost always acquire fast sell-outs and with an edition limit of JUST 4,999 coins this will be no exception.
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The COMPLETE Silver Proof 50p Collection
The Silver Proof set is by far the most limited and exclusive way to own these five new 50ps. With only 1,999 available to collectors worldwide, it is almost certain that they won’t be around for long.
Each coin is struck from .925 Silver, to a Proof finish, with the addition of colour. They will arrive protectively encapsulated, ready to display in a presentation box, along with numbered Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its place in the stringent edition limit.
Don’t miss out on yours… Click here and secure yours with a deposit of only £32.50 today >>
The ULTIMATE Silver Proof Cover – JUST 50 worldwide
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind way to own the brand new Silver Proof 50p coins in undoubtedly the smallest edition presentation, then the 2021 Dennis’s 70th Anniversary Ultimate Silver Proof 50p Cover is for you.
Limited strictly to JUST 50 worldwide, each collection features all five Dennis 50p coins, struck from .925 Sterling Silver with the addition of vivid selective colour, paired alongside the BRAND NEW Royal Mail Dennis Miniature Sheet – postmarked on the first day of issue 01/07/2021. This one-day-only postmark guarantees the strict 50 edition limit – so no more will ever be released.
From a collector’s point of view, the decision is obvious. You won’t find these Silver Proof 50p coins in a smaller edition presentation anywhere else. Secure yours with a deposit of just £37.50 today >>
The Complete Brilliant Uncirculated 50p Cover – JUST 750 available
Also available is the Complete Dennis’s 70th Anniversary Ultimate BU Cover. Limited strictly to just 750, each collection features all five Dennis Brilliant Uncirculated 50p coins alongside the BRAND NEW Royal Mail Dennis Miniature Sheet – postmarked on the first day of issue 01/07/2021.
Almost certainly, this is one of the smallest edition presentations of the new BU 50p coins that you’re likely to see and they are exclusively available from The Westminster Collection.
Why collectors need to know about the new Princess Diana statue
It’s hard to believe that almost 25 years ago the nation lost its People’s Princess. Diana, Princess of Wales, was famously known for her compassion and commitment to good causes. Many of her patronages included children’s and cancer charities, and her work advocating for mental health and HIV became world famous.
Diana’s ability to touch the hearts of everyone is remembered by millions around the world. Today, Thursday 1st July 2021, on what would have been Princess Diana’s 60th Birthday a special statue is due to be unveiled.
And it’s causing quite the excitement in the collecting community…
Commissioned by both the Princes
In 2017, Princes William and Harry announced they were commissioning a statue for their late mother to ‘help all those who visit Kensington Palace to reflect on their mother’s life and legacy…and recognise their mother’s positive impact’ [1].
Both Princes have signed off and approved the design together.
Placed in Diana’s favourite spot
The statue will be unveiled in the Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace, which is said to have been Diana’s favourite spot. In fact, in 2017 for the 20th anniversary of her death, the garden was transformed into a beautiful tribute to her. Featuring displays of forget-me-nots, white lilies, white roses, tulips, and Cosmo daisies. The white and cream hues were a nod to Diana’s love for lighter shades.
And importantly for collectors
The statue itself has been designed by Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS, who has a glittering history of commissioned work for The Royal Mint. Most notably are his portrait design of Queen Elizabeth II featured on all UK coins between 1998 and 2015, and the recent UK Prince Philip memorial coin. His work has also featured on many medals and commemorative coins, including the UK 2012 Diamond Jubilee £5 Coin, the 2002 Golden Jubilee Crown, and the Queen Mother Centenary Crown.
With such an established career, it’s safe to say that many collectors are excited to see the result of Rank-Broadley’s latest work for this special statue.
And as this year marks what would have been Diana’s 60th birthday, alongside the new statue unveiling multiple commemoratives have been issued to pay tribute to the People’s Princess. If you’d like to pay tribute to the late Princess, you can see the full range available by clicking here.
If you’re interested:
You can pay tribute to Princess Diana with a limited edition 60th Birthday Frame – hand stamped on the 1st July 2021 on what would have been Diana’s birthday. Just 495 collectors can own one, so you’ll need to act today to secure yours. Click here to find out more >>
References
[1] https://www.dw.com/en/princess-diana-statue-to-be-unveiled/a-58017359
NEW UK £5 issued to honour HRH Prince Philip – everything you need to know
To mark the life and achievements of the late Duke of Edinburgh, HRH Prince Philip, The Royal Mint has just released a brand new UK £5 coin.
The Duke of Edinburgh committed himself to a life of royal duty, having served the nation for 70 years, earning the affection of generations here in the UK and around the world.
His Royal Navy career, contributions to charity, and his pioneering of the Duke of Edinburgh scheme made him one of the most accomplished and dedicated senior Royals in history. We will remember him for many things, and this poignant new UK £5 release will surely play a part in that…
Never before seen portrait
This new commemorative features a never before seen portrait of Prince Philip by renowned engraver Ian Rank-Broadley FRBS. Significantly, the Duke of Edinburgh himself played a key role in the design of this coin and approved the portrait.
It is understood that the memorial portrait was selected by the Duke of Edinburgh in 2008. It is customary for the obverse designer of the current UK coins to also design the reverse of memorial coins, hence why Ian Rank-Broadley undertook this portrait of Prince Philip.
This new commemorative has been issued in a range of specifications. Below you’ll see that I’ve put together a helpful guide so you can choose the perfect way to memorialise Prince Philip in your collection…
Continue reading, or click here to view the full range >>
UK 2021 Prince Philip CERTIFIED BU £5
As Britain’s longest serving Consort – the Queen’s “strength and stay” – and as former President of the Royal Mint Advisory Committee, it is only fitting that this new UK coin should be issued in Prince Philip’s honour and made available to collect in superior Brilliant Uncirculated quality. What’s more, it has been protectively encapsulated in official Change Checker packaging to preserve for generations to come. Click here to find out more >>
UK 2021 Prince Philip £5 BU Pack
To give as many collectors as possible the chance to pay tribute to Prince Philip, The Royal Mint has issued this coin in Brilliant Uncirculated quality. Brilliant uncirculated coins are specially struck and carefully handled to avoid the scratches and chips found amongst their circulating counterparts.
Each one is protectively encapsulated in a stylish presentation pack from The Royal Mint to preserve its quality for years to come. Click here to find out more >>
Prince Philip Memorial Stamp and BU £5 Coin Collection
This limited edition coin and stamp collection features the four official Royal Mail In Memoriam Prince Philip Stamps alongside the brand new official UK £5 struck to a Brilliant Uncirculated quality. Hundreds of thousands of Brilliant Uncirculated £5 coins will be issued in memory of Prince Philip, but we have hand-selected just 995 coins to feature in this special memorial collection. This collection is exclusive to The Westminster Collection. Click here to find out more >>
Prince Philip Historic Coin and Stamp Collection
Paired alongside the 2021 Prince Philip BU £5 are two back issue UK coins released to mark two significant moments in Prince Philip’s life – the UK 1997 Golden Wedding £5 and the UK 2017 Retirement £5. Each one has been hand-sourced on the secondary coin markets specially for this limited edition collection but due to this difficulty in sourcing these coins, only 295 collections have been put together. What’s more, this trio of coins has been set alongside the GB 2007 Diamond Wedding Anniversary Miniature Stamp Sheets in perfect tribute to the Prince. Click here find out more >>
UK Prince Philip CERTIFIED BU £5 Set
As the perfect Prince Philip Set, this collection features three remarkable coins issued in celebration of HRH, including the 2017 70 Years of Service £5, the 2017 Platinum Wedding £5 and the brand new 2021 Prince Philip £5 – all available in superior Brilliant Uncirculated quality. A real collector’s set, these coins pay a special tribute to the Prince who will forever be remembered as a treasured member of British royal history. Click here to find out more >>
UK 2021 Prince Philip Silver Proof £5
You can own the UK Prince Philip UK £5 in superior silver proof quality – but this opportunity is strictly limited to JUST 6,000 collectors worldwide. This coin has been expertly struck from superior .925 sterling silver to a flawless proof finish and features the new portrait of the late Duke of Edinburgh. Click here to find out more >>
Prince Philip BU £5 Historic Collection
The new Prince Philip BU £5 commemorative coin has been paired with a complete collection of 1921 dated coins. Each one was issued during the year that Prince Philip was born and, at 100 years old, they are in high demand with collectors right now. That means that they’re incredibly difficult to source – so much so that only 295 collections have been put together. Click here to find out more >>
UK 2021 Prince Philip Silver Piedfort £5
However, you can own this stand-alone coin in an even more limited way – so limited that JUST 1,750 collectors worldwide will ever be able to own it.
Piedfort coins are prestige pieces, reserved strictly for the most important and royal occasions. These coins are amongst the most collectible coins around. They’re struck to a perfect proof finish, twice the weight and thickness of a regular coin, and contain double the amount of .925 silver. Plus, their incredibly low mintages result in rapid sell-outs. Click here to find out more >>
Prince Philip Memorial Stamp and Silver Coin Collection
This collection is strictly limited to just 495 worldwide and is exclusive to The Westminster Collection. It features the four official Royal Mail In Memoriam Prince Philip Stamps alongside the brand new official UK £5 struck in superior .925 silver to a flawless proof quality. Thousands of Silver Proof £5 coins will be issued in memory of Prince Philip, so this is one of the most limited ways to own it. Click here to find out more >>
Prince Philip Silver £5 Historic Collection
Of the 6,000 Silver Proof Prince Philip £5 Coins that have been authorised, just 99 have been set aside to be included in this brand new Prince Philip Silver £5 Historic Collection. Each one has been struck to a superior proof finish with a frosted design showing the coin in beautiful detail. What’s more, each coin has been set alongside a complete collection of 1921 dated coins issued during the year of Prince Philip’s birth. Surely the perfect tribute to the Prince and his colourful life of achievements. Click here to find out more >>
UK 2021 Prince Philip 5oz Silver Proof Coin
This coin is available in a prestigious 5oz silver proof specification and has an edition limit of 750. It has been expertly struck by The Royal Mint from five full ounces of pure 99.9% silver to a flawless proof finish. What’s more, the large 65mm diameter of the coin allows you to truly appreciate every minute detail of the new portrait of Prince Philip. Click here to find out more >>
UK 2021 Prince Philip Gold Proof £5
One of the rarest coin specifications issued in the Prince Philip range is the Gold Proof £5 coin. This coin has been expertly struck from superior 22 Carat Red Gold to a flawless proof finish and only 500 collectors worldwide will ever be able to own it, thanks to the low edition limit. Click here to find out more >>