Great Britain Royal Mint Piedfort Coins
Explore the full range of all UK piedfort coins issued by the Royal Mint. If the coin is still available to purchase directly from The Royal Mint shop, we provide a "Buy It Now" link. If not, we provide an "View on eBay" link so that you can check prices and availability to complete your piedfort coin collection or check the value of a coin you own.
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List of all Piedfort Coins By Year of Release
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Piedfort Sovereign 2025 Gold Proof Coin
Piedfort Sovereign 2025 Gold Proof Coin in a Limited Edition of 1,250. Dated 2025 commemorating the 200th anniversary of Jean Baptiste Merlens shield design on the coin
2025 George Orwell Piedfort Coin
George Orwell Piedfort Coin to mark the 75th anniversary of his death. Best known for his novels Animal Farm and 1984.
2025 HMS Belfast Piedfort Coin
HMS Belfast Piedfort Coin. The first time HMS Belfast has been commemorated on a UK coin.
Collectable Piedfort Coins
Collecting Piedfort coins is a fascinating hobby that combines history, art, and culture. The Royal Mint has issued numerous commemorative Piedfort coins to celebrate significant events, individuals, and achievements. Here is a comprehensive list of collectable Piedfort coins, arranged in chronological order starting with the newest.
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George Orwell 2025 £2 Silver Piedfort Proof Coin
The George Orwell 2025 UK £2 Silver Piedfort Proof Coin commemorates the 75th anniversary of the esteemed author's passing. Crafted by The Royal Mint with the support of the Orwell Foundation, this limited-edition coin (only 1,984 pieces available) pays homage to Orwell's influential work, particularly his novel 1984.
Designed by artist Henry Gray, the coin's reverse features a camera lens symbolizing surveillance, encircled by the iconic phrase
BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU.
The edge bears the inscriptionTHERE WAS TRUTH AND THERE WAS UNTRUTH,
another notable quote from 1984.This piedfort coin is struck in .925 sterling silver, with the outer ring plated in fine gold. It weighs 24 grams and has a diameter of 28.40mm. The coin is presented in an acrylic block for display and comes with packaging that delves into Orwell's life and literary contributions.
The coin is available for purchase at £145.00. Limited stock of 1,984 pieces ensures its exclusivity for collectors and fans of George Orwell alike.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | £2 |
| Maximum Coin Mintage | 1994 |
| Alloy | Inner: .925 sterling silver. Outer: .925 sterling silver plated with fine gold |
| Weight | 24.00 g |
| Diameter | 28.40mm |
| Reverse Designer | Henry Gray |
| Obverse Designer | Martin Jennings |
| Edge Inscription | • THERE WAS TRUTH AND THERE WAS UNTRUTH |
| Quality | Proof |
| Year | 2025 |
| Pure Metal Type | Silver |
| Edge | Fine milled incuse edge lettering |
Here is a link to the Official Piedfort Page at The Royal Mint in the UK.