What is a DateStamp™?

At CPM Prestige, we’re always excited to bring collectors unique opportunities to own truly special pieces of British numismatic history. One of the most remarkable ways to capture that history is through the DateStamp™ series, where every coin or medal is tied to a specific moment in time. What is a DateStamp™? When you own […]

Will the New Gruffalo 50p Coin Match the Sellout Success of Previous Releases?

The Gruffalo’s Child, the beloved sequel to The Gruffalo, is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The Royal Mint has released a highly anticipated 50p coin to mark this special occasion. We at CPM are thrilled to offer our valued customers the Silver Proof edition of this special release. It is highly sought-after, making it a must-have […]

Britannia Coins: A Timeless Legacy on British Coinage

Britannia, the enduring female personification of the British Isles, has graced our coinage for centuries. Her rich history, spanning from ancient times to the present day, makes collecting Britannia coins a captivating pursuit for coin collectors. Let’s explore the fascinating history behind the iconic figure and explore how you can build a collection that reflects […]

The Royal Seal of Approval: The new Royal Mint issue.

A royal seal is the chief seal of the crown, which has been used to signify the reigning monarch’s approval of important documents for centuries. In fact, they were so important that counterfeiting a Seal of the Realm was considered high treason and punishable by death. Tracing its roots back to the Middle Ages and […]

The Perth Mint’s 125th Anniversary Australia Sovereign 2024 Gold Proof Coin

The Perth Mint has a storied history rooted in the gold rush of the 1850s, a time when vast quantities of precious metal were unearthed in Western Australia. To capitalise on this wealth, The Perth Mint was established in 1899 as a branch of Britain’s Royal Mint. Since then, it has become a cornerstone of […]

Over 66,000 queued online – the Coronation sell out story so far.

After The Royal Mint revealed the coin designs to commemorate the King’s Coronation, there was no doubt in my mind that this launch was going to be on a scale that I hadn’t seen since the Platinum Jubilee.     And I wasn’t wrong.    This morning at 9am, I sat on The Royal Mint’s website eagerly anticipating […]

New official UK Coronation Coins revealed

UPDATE: A new range of UK coins have been authorised for release to celebrate the King’s Coronation.   The designs have just been revealed this morning and, importantly, it has been confirmed that a BRAND NEW portrait of the King will feature on the obverse of all coins in the range.  This is the FIRST TIME […]

The reign longer than Queen Elizabeth II?

Since 1958, the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II has featured on the obverse of British coins. And now, for the first time in 70 years, a new portrait of King Charles III is entering circulation. But did you know that there’s another British icon who has featured on coins for far longer? In fact, she […]

Official Royal Proclamation confirms UK’s first Coronation Coins

King Charles III has announced that his Coronation in May will be celebrated with a new range of UK coins. Click here to sign up for PRIORITY NOTIFICATIONS The Royal Proclamation details a range of limited edition coin specifications including a 50p and a £5 coin, a Sovereign range, and ounces. The launch date is yet to […]

A Royal Celebration like no other and a coin range to match

Long live the King! In anticipation of the Coronation of King Charles III, a remarkable range of coins has launched and launched with a bang. The first sell-out was achieved within 100 minutes of issue, with the Silver Mint Masters Set selling out its entire run of 100 before most of us even knew about […]