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Gruffalo 50p

The Gruffalo 50p

 
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The Gruffalo 50p coin was released on Tuesday 19th February 2019 by The Royal Mint to celebrate 20 years since the publication of the book – The Gruffalo®

The coin was issued with Brilliant Uncirculated, Silver Proof and Gold Proof limited editions. It is not in UK coin circulation.

This is the first Gruffalo 50p released, a second Gruffalo 50 pence coin featuring The Gruffalo and Mouse was released in October 2019.

The Gruffalo fifty pence coin

The Gruffalo fifty pence coin

Is the Gruffalo 50p in circulation?

No – sadly. The Gruffalo coin is a commemorative only coin and will not be entering general circulation.

How many 2019 Gruffalo 50p coins were made?

These are the mintage figures for the first edition coin.

Coin Mintage Figures
Brilliant Uncirculated Unlimited
Silver Proof (LEP) 25,000
Silver Proof (MCM) 30,000
Silver Proof – Gift Set 1,000
Gold Proof (LEP) 600
Gold Proof (MCM) 600
  • LEP = Limited Edition Presentation
  • MCM = Maximum Coin Mintage

2019 Gruffalo 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

The Gruffalo 50p Coin Brilliant Uncirculated

The Gruffalo 50p Coin Brilliant Uncirculated

  • Cased in a wallet, which opens out to reveal illustrations from the book
  • Information about Julia Donaldson (author) and Axel Scheffler (illustrator).
  • The first commemorative UK coin to feature the Gruffalo
  • Don’t miss the chance to own this coin – you won’t find it in your change
  • Presented in bright, fun fold-out packaging that recalls the story’s original illustrations
  • Finished to Brilliant Uncirculated standard, highlighting every tusk and whisker
  • A fully licensed Magic Light Pictures Ltd product
  • A must-have for Gruffalo fans

Brilliant Uncirculated coin specification

 

Denomination 50p
Maximum Coin Mintage Unlimited
Alloy Cupro-nickel
Weight 8.00g
Diameter 27.30mm
Reverse Designer Magic Light Pictures
Obverse Designer Jody Clark
Quality Brilliant Uncirculated
Year 2019
Issued 19th February 2019
Product Code UK19TGBU
Price (on day of release) £10.00

Gruffalo 50p Silver Proof coin

The Gruffalo 50p Silver Proof Coin

The Gruffalo 50p Silver Proof Coin

 

The Silver Proof 50 pence coin is SOLD OUT at the Royal Mint.

  • Just 25,000 silver Proof coins are available
  • The first commemorative UK coin to feature the Gruffalo
  • This is the only way to own this coin – you won’t find it in your change
  • Bright colour printing reflects the original story’s bold illustrations
  • Presented in a beautifully printed acrylic case that places the Gruffalo right in the woods
  • Household limit – 2 coins per household
  • A fully licensed Magic Light Pictures Ltd product
  • Cased within an acrylic block, just like existing ranges of Beatrix Potter and Paddington
  • This block displays a colourful forest scene, which also features another key character from the story – Mouse.
The Gruffalo Silver Proof Coin Acrylic Block

The Gruffalo Silver Proof Coin Acrylic Block

Silver Proof coin specification

 

Denomination 50p
Limited Edition Presentation (LEP) 25,000
Maximum Coin Mintage (MCM) 30,000
Alloy .925 Sterling Silver
Weight 8.00 g
Diameter 27.30mm
Reverse Designer Magic Light Pictures
Obverse Designer Jody Clark
Quality Proof
Year 2019
Pure Metal Type Silver
Product Code UK19TGSP
Price (on day of release) £65

What are the Gruffalo LEP and MCM amounts and what is the difference?

Limited Edition Presentation (LEP) refers to the number of coins presented in our Gruffalo 20th Anniversary packaging, whereas the Maximum Coin Mintage (MCM) is the total number of coins struck. The Gruffalo LEP is 25,000 and the MCM is 30,000, meaning there is an allocation of 5,000 coins available for alternative presentations.

There are no such things as monsters!

We normally tell children that there are no such things as monsters but families have embraced one special creature for 20 years.

The Gruffalo is the magical story about a quick-witted mouse and an unusual beast that has delighted children for two decades. In 2009 it was voted the United Kingdom’s favourite bedtime story.

Now one of the world’s best-loved monsters appears on official United Kingdom commemorative coins for the first time. There are just 25,000 silver Proof coins available in this Limited Edition Presentation. Each coin features bright colour printing and is set in a printed acrylic case, recalling the original story’s charming illustrations.

The Gruffalo 2019 Gift Set

Coin and Book Gift Set

Coin and Book Gift Set

Limited Edition 1,000

  • Exclusively available from The Royal Mint
  • The perfect gift for Gruffalo fans, old and new
  • The silver 50p coin – features bright colour printing
  • The coin, featuring the first design celebrating The Gruffalo, is presented in an acrylic block decorated with beautiful illustrations
  • The set also includes a special hardback edition of The Gruffalo with a beautiful foiled cover
  • A fully licensed Magic Light Pictures Ltd product
  • Just 1,000 sets available
  • Product Code: UK19TGGS
  • Price on day of issue: £85

Gruffalo 50p Gold Proof Coin

 

Gold Proof Coin

Gold Proof Coin

The Gold Proof 50 pence coin is SOLD OUT at the Royal Mint.

  • An extremely limited mintage of just 600 coins
  • The first commemorative UK coin to feature the Gruffalo
  • A true collector’s piece to cherish for generations
  • Presented in a wooden case with a booklet on the modern classic
  • The iconic Gruffalo is brought to life in 22-carat gold and finished to Proof standard
  • A fully licensed Magic Light Pictures Ltd product
  • Cased in a beautiful walnut case, within a carton showcasing The Gruffalo
  • This product also features a booklet, taking the reader through the story of The Gruffalo
2019 Gold Proof Coin Obverse Deign By Jody Clark

2019 Gold Proof Coin Obverse Deign By Jody Clark

Gold Proof Coin In Wooden Case

Gold Proof Coin In Wooden Case

Gold Proof coin specification

 

Denomination 50p
Maximum Coin Mintage 600
Alloy 22 Carat Gold
Weight 15.50g
Diameter 27.30mm
Reverse Designer Magic Light Pictures
Obverse Designer Jody Clark
Quality Proof
Year 2019
Pure Metal Type Gold
Product Code UK19TGGP
Price (on day of release) £795

The Gruffalo is a children’s book by writer and playwright Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, that tells the story of a mouse, the protagonist of the book, taking a walk in a European forest.

Characters from The Gruffalo book include:

  • The Gruffalo
  • Mouse
  • Fox
  • Owl
  • Snake

We saw a coin for each character iwth the Beatrix Potter 50p coin series.

Does the coin feature the Artist’s initials?

No – The design is an original illustration by Axel Scheffler, and this coin is credited to Magic Light Pictures.

Gruffalo Colouring Book

Gruffalo Colouring Book

Gruffalo Colouring Book

Colour this coin, visit the Royal Mint Gruffalo colouring book pages with the free download so that you can print them out and colour them.

Gruffalo Author: Julia Donaldson
Gruffalo Illustrator: Axel Scheffler
Gruffalo Publisher: Macmillan
Gruffalo and it’s characters are Copyright Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

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