In addition to the Jubilee coins, the Royal Mint has released three other special coins; one for the Commonwealth Games, one honouring inventor Alexander Bell, and another for the late Dame Vera Lynn.
Two commemorative coins to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee have been unveiled in a new Royal Mint collection.Both coins feature unique designs and a portrait of Her Majesty.
Clare Maclennan from the Royal Mint said:"The Platinum Jubilee celebration is a spectacular first for the British monarchy and for UK coins, and it is fitting that this historic anniversary has been celebrated on 50 pence - which is Britain's most loved, collectable coin." Designed by Osborne Ross, the 50p features the number 70, the Queen's cypher and the years that span her reign.Both are inscribed with the words"serve you all the days of my life" in reference to her longevity as monarch.
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