Shirley Bassey Immortalized on UK Coin
British Singer Shirley Bassey featured on a commemorative coin released by the Royal Mint
What Shirley Bassey Coins have Been Released?
Bunc, Silver and Gold proof coins. Not intended for circulation.
£5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin |
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 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin
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£5 Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin |
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 £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin
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1/4oz Gold Proof Coin |
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 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin
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1oz Silver Proof Colour Coin |
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 1oz Silver Proof Colour Coin
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2oz Silver Proof Coin |
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 2oz Silver Proof Coin
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2oz Gold Proof Coin |
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 2oz Gold Proof Coin
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1oz Gold Proof Coin |
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 1oz Gold Proof Coin
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A Sparkling Tribute: The Shirley Bassey Coin
Shirley Bassey, the iconic Welsh singer, has been immortalized on a coin by The Royal Mint. The coin features an iconic silhouette of the singer, with the words “Dame Shirley Bassey” behind along with “Diamonds Are Forever” and “Moonraker” in reference to her singing the theme song for the famous James Bond film.
The coin is part of a collection called “Music Legends”, which also features other legendary British artists such as Queen and Elton John. According to Clare Maclennan, the divisional director of The Royal Mint, “Shirley Bassey is without doubt one of the greatest voices of our time, and we are delighted to be celebrating her with this commemorative coin.”
It is a fitting tribute to Shirley Bassey’s five-decade-long career and an everlasting reminder of her contribution to the music industry.
Shirley Bassey has had many memorable moments throughout her career, including singing the theme songs to James Bond films such as “Goldfinger”, “Diamonds Are Forever” and “Moonraker”. Her powerful voice and charismatic stage presence have captured the hearts of fans all over the world.
The Shirley Bassey coin is a must-have for fans of the singer and collectors of commemorative coins, adding a little bit of sparkle to their collections.
The Life and Legacy of Dame Shirley Bassey: Commemorated in Coin
The Life and Legacy of Dame Shirley Bassey: Commemorated in a £5 Coin
Dame Shirley Bassey, born in Cardiff, Wales, in 1937, has had an illustrious career spanning over six decades. Renowned for her powerful voice, Bassey has recorded numerous iconic songs, including the James Bond theme songs “Goldfinger,” “Diamonds are Forever,” and “Moonraker.”
Bassey has sold over 135 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She has won several prestigious awards, including a Brit Award for Best British Female Solo Artist and a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
Beyond her music career, Bassey has also been involved in philanthropic work. In 1999, she was appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire for services to the performing arts and charity.
The coin is part of the Royal Mint’s Music Legends series, which also features coins honoring Queen, Elton John, and David Bowie.
In a statement, Bassey expressed her gratitude for the coin: “I’m honored to be recognized in this way and to be part of the Royal Mint’s Music Legends series. I hope fans enjoy seeing the design – it really is beautiful – and I hope it will inspire some to learn more about British music history.”
The release of the Shirley Bassey 50p coin is a fitting tribute to one of the UK’s most beloved music icons, commemorating her contributions to music, culture, and philanthropy.
