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The Royal Mint
With a history spanning more than 1,100 years, The Royal Mint is a British maker of thoughtfully designed products and services as well as being the world’s leading export mint. We make original coin collections and gifts to celebrate special moments, and offer eye-opening experiences, investment opportunities and currency solutions.
Shopping for that special someone in your life is not always an easy feat, particularly when it comes to a big occasion or notable milestone in their lives. Fortunately, The Royal Mint has a wide variety of gifting options to please all ages and tastes, ensuring you find the perfect gift that’s right for you.
Whether you’re looking for a special gift for dad on Father’s Day, a special gift for a young relative at Christmas, or a memorable parting gift for a special colleague upon retirement, you're sure to find the perfect item in our comprehensive collection of themed ranges and coin designs. With dedicated sections for him, her, children and baby, there is something for everyone, whatever the occasion may be. From children’s piggy banks and teddy bears to commemorative coins struck in sterling silver and 22 carat gold, The Royal Mint has everything you need to be inspired and make someone’s day.
Coin standards
When you’re new to coin collecting, it’s important to know about the different standards to which coins are struck, as this will affect the price you pay and the future value. As well as the circulating coins you find in your change, The Royal Mint strikes coins to three other standards: Proof, Brilliant Uncirculated and Bullion.
Tips for kids
Collecting coins can bring great joy and that’s true for kids as much as it is for experienced collectors. If you’re introducing your children or grandchildren to something you love, or your little ones have just got into coins, you might find our five top tips handy.
Enjoyed by people of all ages, coin collecting is a hobby that is fun and rewarding as well as something precious that can be handed on to the next generation. Learn more about the way we design, craft and make coins and take your first steps into the fascinating world of coin collecting.
As a world authority on precious metals, we have traded and made products in gold and silver for centuries. We now offer physical and digital precious metals investment opportunities.
The hugely popular Royal Mint Experience is the place to explore our 1,100-year history and so much more. We offer thrilling tours, exhibitions, coin hunts and special events at our award-winning visitor attraction.