2019 The Snowman 50p
The 2019 edition of The Snowman 50p coin was first released on the 5th of November 2019. This is the second coin in The Snowman series of coins from The Royal Mint in the UK.
The coin was issued in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU/BUNC), Silver Proof (Limited Edition 25,000 coins), and Gold Proof (Limited Edition 600 coins) versions, with the Gold Proof being 85% reserved in just a few hours.
Brilliant Uncirculated Coins
The Brilliant Uncirculated 50p of this lovely coin has fold-out packaging featuring illustrations by Robin Shaw – Assistant Director of The Snowman and The Snowdog.
This coin did not enter general circulation.
The magic returns – discover the inspiration behind the exclusive illustrations that accompany The Snowman™ coin.
Watching The Snowman™ as a child inspired Robin Shaw to become an animator, determined that one day he would work with his hero Raymond Briggs.
He achieved his ambition when he became Assistant Director on The Snowman and The Snowdog, the sequel to the original animated short.
Robin collaborated with us on our first coin for The Snowman™, producing original sketches for the packaging and we’re thrilled to be working with him once again.
The Snowman 50p 2019 Silver Proof Coin
The Snowman 50p 2019 Silver Proof Coin is a Limited Edition of 25,000 coins
Each coin is cased in a beautiful printed acrylic block with delicate snow falling all around – a perfect Christmas decoration.
The gift box contains a fold-out booklet, featuring exclusive illustrations from Robin Shaw – Assistant Director of The Snowman and The Snowdog™
Colour printing recalls the charm of the original illustrations
The Snowman 50p Gold Proof Coin
2019 the snowman 50p gold coin
2019 The Snowman 50p Gold Coin was released on 5th November 2019 with a Limited Edition of just 600 gold coins.
A few hours after release, the gold-proof coin was already 90% reserved.
Gold Coin Specification
Denomination | 50p |
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Maximum Coin Mintage | 600 |
Alloy | 22 Carat Gold |
Weight | 15.50 g |
Diameter | 27.30mm |
Reverse Designer | Snowman Enterprises |
Obverse Designer | Jody Clark |
Quality | Proof |
Year | 2019 |
Pure Metal Type | Gold |
Product Code | UK19SMGP |
Price on Release | £945.00 |
Capture the magic of a timeless children’s classic!
Soaring through the night sky high above the frozen countryside, a little boy and his snowman embark on an unforgettable adventure. Raymond Briggs’ enchanting story has become a fixture of childhood, a moment of shared wonder but tinged with sadness at the realisation that nothing lasts forever.
First published in 1978, The Royal Mint has struck a 22-carat gold Proof 50p coin to celebrate the 40th anniversary of this timeless children’s classic. Presented in a beautiful gift box, it’s the perfect way to capture the magic of this charming wordless picture book for each new generation.
Coin Design
The magic returns – discover the inspiration behind the exclusive illustrations that accompany The Snowman coin,
Watching The Snowman as a child inspired Robin Shaw to become an animator, determined that one day he would work with his hero Raymond Briggs.
He achieved his ambition when he became Assistant Director on The Snowman and The Snowdog, the sequel to the original animated short.
Robin collaborated with us on the first coin for The Snowman, producing original sketches for the packaging.
The Snowman 50 pence coin
Only the second time The Snowman™ has been celebrated on a UK coin following the 2018 release of the original Snowman 50p from The Royal Mint and 2020 The Snowman 50p. A 2021 Snowman 50p coin is coming soon!
Licensed by Snowman Enterprises Limited