Our History
With more than 1,100 years of minting experience, The Royal Mint has evolved to become one of the largest and most advanced facilities in the world. Throughout the centuries, we have honed our craft and skills whilst preserving British craftsmanship.
Our Timeline
Established c.880, we understand that coins are year-dated pieces of
history that reveal stories about our culture and heritage.
Royal Connections
Established during the reign of Alfred the Great, we have struck the
coins of British monarchs for more than 1,100 years.
Trial of the Pyx
The Trial of the Pyx is an ancient ceremony that has been administered since the twelfth century. The aim of the ceremony is to inspect the quality and accuracy of the United Kingdom’s coinage.
The Royal Mint Museum
With more than 1,100 years of numismatic history, The Royal Mint Museum has evolved from being a source of inspiration for engravers at The Royal Mint to hosting a collection of historic coinage dating back hundreds of years.
