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‘Code breaker’ coin gives competition entrants chance to win a solid gold bar

The Royal Mint is launching the the Great British Treasure Hunt, with its £5 denomination coin helping people to enter the competition.

Evening Standard · Jan 29

Royal Mint to launch nationwide code breaker challenge – with a £28,000 prize

Entrants will have the chance to win a solid gold 250g bar, currently valued around £28,000 to £29,000

The Independent UK · Jan 29

Keir Starmer Accused Of 'Act Of Cowardice' Over Giant Chinese Embassy Approval

Keir Starmer is accused of an 'act of cowardice' after approving a Chinese super-embassy at the Royal Mint, sparking fears of espionage and City of London data risks.

International Business Times UK · Jan 21

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Security risk from China ‘super-embassy’ cannot be eliminated, M15 warns after Starmer approves plans

Campaigners to seek judicial review as Tories say government has ‘given Xi Jinping a colossal spy hub in the heart of our capital’

The Independent UK · Jan 20

Politicians and residents to protest planned Chinese ‘mega-embassy’ in London

The government is facing mounting calls to reject Beijing’s plans for the embassy at Royal Mint Court

The Independent UK · Jan 17

Concorde 50p coin takes off as Royal Mint celebrates supersonic aircraft

The new coin ‘honours both the aircraft and the engineers whose genius made supersonic travel a reality’, the Royal Mint said.

Evening Standard · Jan 13

Royal Mint unveils new 50p coin to mark 50th anniversary of first Concorde flight

The new coin ‘honours both the aircraft and the engineers whose genius made supersonic travel a reality’

The Independent UK · Jan 13

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The Royal Mint discount codes - in January 2026

Save with our Royal Mint discount codes and coupons to shop bespoke jewellery for less. Each code is working and verified by our savings experts.

Marie Claire · Jan 8

Coin designs 2026: London Zoo and Queen Elizabeth II celebrated by Royal Mint

Five new coin designs have been revealed by The Royal Mint, commemorating milestones and anniversaries in 2026

Evening Standard · Jan 2

Queen Elizabeth II and British Grand Prix celebrated in 2026 coin designs

Five new coin designs have been revealed by The Royal Mint, commemorating milestones and anniversaries in 2026.

The Independent UK · Jan 2

Chinese ‘super-embassy’ decision delayed until January

An agreement was reached to consolidate Beijing’s diplomatic presence at a single site

The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2025

Freddie Mercury Collectible Coin: Price, Release Date and How Fans Can Buy It

The Royal Mint releases a new Freddie Mercury coin with prices, release details and buying options now confirmed. Fans rush to secure the limited editions.

International Business Times UK · Nov 19, 2025

Rock legend’s legacy celebrated on special collectable item

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The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

Britain's Royal Mint issues special Freddie Mercury coin in tribute to the Queen front man

Britain's Royal Mint is celebrating Freddie Mercury with a new coin design

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

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Evening Standard · Nov 18, 2025

Freddie Mercury celebrated on Royal Mint collectable coins

The Queen singer’s sister Kashmira Bulsara visited the Royal Mint to strike the first coin, saying it was an ’emotional and proud moment’.

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

Queen legend Freddie Mercury immortalised on new collection of Royal Mint coins

Singer’s sister, Kashmira Bulsara, said that striking the first coin was an ‘emotional and proud moment’ for her

Evening Standard · Sep 28, 2025

Bridal jewellery made from gold found in e-waste is launched by Royal Mint

The collection, featuring wedding bands, engagement rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces, is crafted from 18ct gold sourced from electronic waste.

Evening Standard · Sep 18, 2025

Giant Monopoly ‘top hat’ roams London’s streets to celebrate new 50p coins

Standing two metres tall and weighing more than 16 kilograms, the gleaming hat is a super-sized version of the Monopoly game piece.

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Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2025

How to get your hands on the Royal Mint's special Monopoly coin and join the 'ultimate coin hunt'

A limited-edition colourful coin has been created to commemorate 90 years of Monopoly

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14, 2025

Ninety years of Monopoly commemorated with special 50p coin

Royal Mint releases colourful coin featuring familiar symbols from the beloved board game

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2025

Monopoly money: New Royal Mint 50p celebrates 90 years of beloved board game

It is the first time a board game has been honoured on a UK coin.

Woman & Home · Sep 6, 2025

King Charles's reign has reached bittersweet milestone three years after he became monarch

For the final time the Royal Mint have released £1 coins featuring the face of the late Queen Elizabeth II

The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025

Final batch of rare £1 Queen Elizabeth II coins released

More than 23 million Queen coins are being released alongside 7.5 million new King Charles III £1 coins

Evening Standard · Aug 8, 2025

New picture of Anne and husband released ahead of her 75th birthday

The Princess Royal, the King’s younger sister, reaches her milestone birthday on August 15.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4, 2025

From Royal Mint to Spy Hub? Row Erupts Over UK's Biggest Chinese Embassy

Plans to convert London's historic Royal Mint site into the UK's largest Chinese embassy have sparked fierce political backlash. Critics warn the development could pose a national security threat, while Beijing insists it's standard diplomacy.

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