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this royal mint Five new coin designs will be launched in the UK in 2026 to celebrate a number of landmark anniversaries, including the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and the 100th anniversary of the birth of Queen Elizabeth II.
Two new 50p coins will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the British Grand Prix and the 50th anniversary of the King’s Racing believe.
Two new £2 coins will celebrate the 200th anniversary of ZSL and the 200th anniversary of HMS Beagle.
The first £5 coin will be Mint 2026 will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Royal Mint has used recycled gold for the first time to produce the 2026 series of 52 commemorative gold coins.
In partnership with Sempsa, the found gold in the annual set is recycled from old jewelry and coins.
The Royal Mint said it aims to have all gold commemorative coins produced from recycled gold by the end of 2026.
Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coins at The Royal Mint, said: “This is an exciting time for the nation as we discover a number of anniversaries that will be celebrated on UK coins in 2026.
“Whether you’re a royal lover, a racing fan, or passionate about environmental conservation, there’s something for everyone in this collection.
“Coins have the unique ability to mark a variety of themes, resonate with diverse communities and interests, and serve as lasting reminders of the moments and institutions that have shaped our shared heritage.”
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She added: “We are also delighted to be introducing recycled gold into a limited number of commemorative coins. This move demonstrates our commitment to a more sustainable future for the Royal Mint, protecting limited precious metal resources and supporting the circular economy.”
In 2024, the Mint’s manufacturing site in south Wales launched a reconstituted metals facility to recover gold from end-of-life technology such as laptops and laptops. television and mobile phones, and used in jewelry and lifestyle products.
The Mint also works with Bates Metals to use silver from industrial and medical X-ray films into products such as the silver sixpence coin.
The 2026 Commemorative Sets will be available on the Royal Mint website from 2 January and are available in a range of precious metals and base finishes, with prices starting from £39.50.
The limited edition 22 carat gold coin set is priced at £14,500.
Each coin will be released individually in 2026, with the exception of the King’s Trust 50p, which will only be released as part of the Mint’s annual set.
These coins can only be purchased and cannot enter general circulation.
Each commemorative coin in the set features the King’s official coinage portrait on the obverse.
From 2 January, visitors to the Royal Welsh Mint Experience will be able to mint their own 2026 £1 coin.
Here’s more information from the Royal Mint about the 2026 annual set design:
– Queen Elizabeth II 100th Birthday £5 Coin
Queen Elizabeth II, born on April 21, 1926, appears on British coins more than any other British monarch, the British Mint said.
During her reign, five official coinage portraits of the monarch appeared on British circulating coins. The design features the cipher of Elizabeth II and depicts St Edward’s Crown surrounded by foliage based on the ironwork of St George’s East Gate church Where the late Queen is buried.
The design bears the inscription: “Exaltabitur in gloria,” which translates to: “She shall be exalted in glory.”
One hundred beads surround the design, representing the centenary of the Queen’s birth.
– 200th anniversary of the ZSL £2 coin
The Zoological Society of London will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2026 and its mission is to help people and wildlife thrive together.
The conservation charity was founded by Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles in 1826 to “promote the advancement of animal science” and currently supports wildlife in more than 70 countries around the world.
The British £2 coin celebrating its 200th anniversary features three main animals: the Sumatran tiger, the Socorro dove and the Patula snail.
The inscription on the coin reads: “Together we restore wildlife.”
– HMS Beagle 200th Anniversary Coin £2
HMS Beagle was used for exploration and discovery, and during its service, the ship’s passengers included naturalist Charles Darwin.
The Beagle was launched in 1820, converted into a survey ship, and first put into service in 1826.
The coin’s design shows the ship, with the words “The Voyage of the Beagle” inscribed around the edge.
– British Grand Prix 100th Anniversary 50p
The coin’s design shows how the vehicles used in the British Grand Prix have evolved over time, including a historic car used in the early races alongside the 2026 Formula One car.
– King’s Trust 50 years 50p
In 1976, King Charles III used his naval severance pay to fund a number of community initiatives that became the basis of what is now the King’s Trust (formerly the Prince’s Trust).
For more than 50 years, the charity has helped more than 1.2 million young people in the UK, supporting them to develop the confidence and skills to prepare for work, find work or start a business.
The reverse of the coin, designed by graphic designer and former trust beneficiary Jessica Gregorio, reflects the journeys and aspirations of the young people the charity supports.
The flowing stream references the origin story of the Royal Navy, the sun represents the light that optimism and trust bring to young life, and the clouds symbolize dreams and ambition.