Previously the longest reigning British monarch, Queen Victoria’s time on the throne spanned six decades, 20 prime ministers and an age of innovation and change that has shaped our society. […]
The London Mint Office celebrates 250 years of The First Duke of Wellington at Apsley House.
2019 marks 250 years of the birth of one of Britain’s greatest military heroes – The First Duke of Wellington. To celebrate this monumental anniversary The London Mint Office unveiled […]
The London Mint Office starts search for the descendants of the ‘Welcome Stranger’ discoverers – is this you?
The London Mint Office has launched an appeal to find the living descendants of the two Cornishmen who discovered the ‘Welcome Stranger’ gold nugget
Hello Archie! Prince Harry and Meghan reveal the name of their firstborn son
Finally putting rumours to rest, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have finally revealed the name of their two-day old, first born son.
History Endures: Parliament saves the Pennies
Copper coins have been issued a reprieve following a consultation by the Chancellor, ensuring they will be safe for “years to come”
10 things you may not have known about the First Duke of Wellington.
Today marks 250 years since the birth of the First Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley. Known for his triumph over Napoleon in the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, he is […]
The History of Maundy Money
Maundy coins are special, not simply because they are struck in exceptionally low quantities, but because they have such a direct connection to The Queen.
Key moments of the relationship between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
We’ve collated all the important dates and milestones in the Duke and Duchess’ relationship below!
Iron Age coin hoard valued at ‘£2.5 million’
A hoard of Iron Age coins discovered on Jersey has been valued at up to £2.5 million, but it’s finders hope its actually worth a lot more
This lucky penny saved a soldier’s life and started a bidding war
An auction battle has taken place for a very lucky penny that saved the life of a soldier in WWI.