China: New Proof gold and silver commemorative coins launch “National Treasure — The Dawn of Civilisation” series

The People’s Bank of China has launched a new series of commemorative and collector coins, which is entitled "National Treasure." The first set of coins focuses on the "Dawn of Civilization," which traces early Chinese history back to the most important eras moving toward modern civilisation. The series will depict a collection of cultural relics in various historical periods that have survived … [Read More...]

Canada: Third silver Proof coin released in “Generations” series features creation story of the Mi’kmaq

The Royal Canadian Mint has released its third silver Proof collector coin, which is part of their series entitled "Generations" which continues the theme of traditional stories, folklore, and art passed on by Canada’s Indigenous peoples. Featured are elements of culture and heritage, with the third coin’s theme depicting the creation story of how life began according to the history and teachings … [Read More...]

Australia: Commemorative range of gold and silver bullion coins celebrate Sydney Opera House 50th anniversary

The Royal Australian Mint has released bullion-quality gold and silver ounce coins in celebration of one of the country’s most internationally recognised landmarks. This world-famous structure has earned a special place of affection for both Australians and visitors alike: the Sydney Opera House.  Designed by Royal Australian Mint artist Adam Ball, the reverse side of both the gold and … [Read More...]

United Kingdom: New £2 commemorative coins remember Ada Lovelace, a pioneer of early computer programming

The Royal Mint has released new £2 commemorative coins that remember the contributions of women in the fields of science, technology, education, and mathematics with a range of coins focusing on the contributions of Ada Lovelace, who follows scientist Rosalind Franklin in the series. It was 180 years ago when Lovelace first demonstrated how Charles Babbage’s analytical engine could be used to … [Read More...]

Poland: New silver Proof coin released in honour of 600th anniversary of the city of Łódź

The National Bank of Poland has released new silver Proof coins which mark an important anniversary for the City of  Łódź as celebrations marking the 600th anniversary of the founding of the municipality are underway. It was on the 29th July 1423 in the 15th century, when King Ladislas Jagiello of Poland, from 1386 to 1434, authorised the foundation of a new city and granted Łódź, a former town … [Read More...]

Pobjoy Mint — British Antarctic Territory: Fourth £2 coin in “Glaciers” series released, featuring Saturn

The treasury of the British Antarctic Territory has released the fourth design in their new six-coin series featuring the territories of the Antarctic glaciers. This collection of glaciers, some as great in size as small islands, are named after planets of the solar system. The newest coin in the collection features the glacier Saturn, which is located on Southeast Alexander Island, … [Read More...]

St. Helena — East India Company: New gold and silver Proof coins launch “Americana Collection” and the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party

The treasury of Saint Helena, in conjunction with the East India Company, launched a new series entitled the "Americana Collection" of gold and silver Proof coins, which features memorable events leading up to the American Declaration of Independence. The first event remembers an act of protest in colonial American history, which would launch the birth of a great nation. As the United States … [Read More...]

Italy: New gold Proof coin continues “Italian Excellence” series with salute to clothing legend Giorgio Armani

The Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato Italiano (IPZS) has released its latest gold collector coin, which is part of the "Italian Excellence" collection. Launched in 2019, the series focuses on the great icons that have contributed to the cultural and industrial heritage of Italy by creating international standards in design and production. The fifth coin features the fashion designer … [Read More...]

United Kingdom: Bullion gold and silver coins released in celebration of King Charles III’s coronation

The Royal Mint has released new gold and silver bullion quality coins which mark the coronation of HM King Charles III, who acceded to the British throne on the 8th September 2022. The Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and the Queen Consort took place at Westminster Abbey in London on the 6th May 2023. The coronation ceremony involves six key rituals, which are all equally important and … [Read More...]

France: New series of collector coins honouring the great European nations of rugby released to mark World Cup

The Monnaie de Paris has released the first of three series of collector coins that mark the 2023 Rugby World Cup tournament, which France is hosting from the 8th September. This will be the second Rugby World Cup France is hosting following the 2007 tournament. The French team is one of the favourite nations to win the competition following their victory in the 2022 Six Nations tournament. This … [Read More...]