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The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p

The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p coin

The second in the Gruffalo 50p 2-coin series from the Royal Mint was released on 17th October 2019 at 9 am.

The first coin depicted the face of The Gruffalo, this time we see the whole creature with his friend Mouse.

These coins have been issued in Brilliant Uncirculated, Silver Proof, and Gold Proof editions and not released to general circulation.

A third coin in the series was issued in 2024 to celebrate 20 years of the books. See The Gruffalo’s Child 50p Coin.

The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

Gruffalo 50p coin
Gruffalo 50p coin
  • Each tooth and tusk has been finished to Brilliant Uncirculated standard.
  • The stars of the story are presented together on a coin for the first time
  • Presented in bright packaging, reflecting the original charming illustrations
  • The only way to own this coin – you won’t find it in your change

 

The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Silver Proof Coin

The Gruffalo 50p coin
The Gruffalo 50p coin
Denomination50p
Limited Edition Presentation25,000
Maximum Coin Mintage30,000
Alloy.925 Sterling Silver
Weight8.00 g
Diameter27.30mm
Reverse DesignerMagic Light Pictures
Obverse DesignerJody Clark
QualityProof
Year2019
Pure Metal TypeSilver
Country Of OriginUnited Kingdom
Product CodeUK19GRSP
Price (on day of release)£65

Limited Edition 25,000 Silver Coins

  • Both the Gruffalo and Mouse have been captured with bright colour printing
  • The first time both characters have appeared on a coin together

 

The Gruffalo 50p Gold Proof Coin

The Gruffalo 50p Gold Proof Coin
The Gruffalo 50p Gold Proof Coin

 

Limited Edition 600 Gold Coins

  • Struck in 22-carat gold
  • The UK first – both a monster and a mouse on a coin
  • Extremely limited striking – just 600 gold coins are available
  • The Proof finish captures every whisker and wart
  • Presented in a case with a booklet on this childhood favourite

The Gruffalo® and Mouse 2019 UK 50p Specifications

The Gruffalo® and Mouse 2019 UK 50p
Coin titleThe Gruffalo® and Mouse 2019 UK 50p Gold Proof CoinThe Gruffalo® and Mouse 2019 UK 50p Silver Proof CoinThe Gruffalo® and Mouse 2019 UK 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin
Denomination50p50p50p
Issuing AuthorityUKUKUK
Alloy916.7 Au – Red925 Ag Sterling SilverCupro-Nickel
Weight15.50g8.00g8.00g
Diameter27.30mm27.30mm27.30mm
Obverse DesignerJody Clark
Reverse DesignerMagic Light Pictures
QualityProofProofBrilliant Uncirculated
Limited Edition Presentation60025,000Unlimited
Issue Price£980.00£65.00£10.00

The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Gold Proof Coin

The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Gold Coin
The Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Gold Coin

The Gruffalo and Mouse Gold Coins were issued in 2019.

The Gruffalo and Mouse Gold Coin Specification

  • Struck in 22-carat gold
  • The UK first – both a monster and a mouse on a coin
  • Extremely limited striking – just 600 gold coins are available
  • The Proof finish captures every whisker and wart
  • Presented in a case with a booklet on this childhood favourite
  • A fully licensed Magic Light Pictures Ltd product
  • Product code: UK19GRGP
  • Price: £945.00
Denomination50p
Maximum Coin Mintage600 Gold Coins
Alloy22 Carat Gold
Weight15.50 g
Diameter27.30mm
Reverse DesignerMagic Light Pictures
Obverse DesignerJody Clark
QualityProof
Year2019
Pure Metal TypeGold
Country Of OriginUnited Kingdom
Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Gold Coin Box Coa
Gruffalo and Mouse 50p Gold Coin Box Coa

A little mouse with a big tale – a new 50p gold coin featuring the Gruffalo and Mouse from the magical picture book.

Whether your favourite is the little brown mouse or the Gruffalo himself, the new 50p gold coin from our childhood characters range is perfect for fans of the famous picture book.

Featuring both the monster and Mouse together in a scene from the story.

Nicola Howell, Director of Consumer at The Royal Mint commented: “Following the fantastic response to the Gruffalo’s debut appearance on a 50p coin to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the book, we are delighted to introduce an additional coin capturing Mouse and Gruffalo’s first meeting, continuing the story of one of the world’s most favourite literary monsters on UK coins.”

Julia Donaldson said: “The launch of the first Gruffalo coins in February was a great 20th Birthday present for him, and the issue of a second collectable 50p coin in the same year feels like the icing on his birthday cake.”