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Royal Mint
noun
- a British organization having the sole right to manufacture coins since the 16th century. In 1968 it moved from London to Llantrisant in Wales
Example Sentences
A 50p with an Atlantic salmon on one side and the King’s portrait on the other is the rarest such coin in circulation, says the Royal Mint.
Rebecca Morgan, of the Royal Mint said the release of the figures was "eagerly anticipated" by coin collectors.
The coin is thought to have been made by Royal Mint craftsmen before the 20p denomination was released into circulation in 1982.
The new coins will not enter general circulation but will be available to buy from the Royal Mint in precious metal finishes.
The Royal Mint, which is one of Britain’s oldest companies and the original maker of UK coins, has previously featured hugely popular children's characters on its coins, including Paddington, The Snowman, and Beatrix Potter favourites.
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