Discover the Stegosaurus coins from The Royal Mint, part of the ‘Iconic Specimens‘ collection of Dinosaur Coins. Learn about the design, editions, and historical significance of this prehistoric tribute.
50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin
Unlimited
Issue Price: £12.00
50p Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin
Limited Edition 15,000
Issue Price: £21.00
50p Silver Proof Colour Coin
Limited Edition 5,000
Issue Price: £75.00
1oz Silver Proof Coin
Limited Edition 2,000
Issue Price: £110.00
50p Gold Proof Coin
Limited Edition 100
Issue Price: £1,355.00
1/4oz Gold Proof Coin
Limited Edition 300
Issue Price: £799.00
2024 Stegosaurus Coins From The Royal Mint Dinosaur Coins
| Coin Type | Limited Edition Mintages | Issue Price |
|---|---|---|
| 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin | Unlimited | £12.00 |
| 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin | 15,000 | £21.00 |
| 50p Silver Proof Coin | 500 | £65.00 |
| 50p Silver Proof Colour Coin | 5,000 | £75.00 |
| 1oz Silver Proof Coin | 2,000 | £110.00 |
| 50p Gold Proof Coin | 100 | £1,355.00 |
| ¼oz Gold Proof Coin | 300 | £799.00 |
Design and Collaboration
Renowned paleo-artist Robert Nicholls crafted the Stegosaurus coin’s design, ensuring scientific accuracy and artistic detail. The Royal Mint collaborated with the Natural History Museum, incorporating expert guidance to authentically represent the Stegosaurus.
Stegosaurus Coins Specifications and Availability
The Stegosaurus coin is available in several editions:
- Brilliant Uncirculated Coin: Standard finish suitable for collectors.
- Brilliant Uncirculated Color Coin: Features color printing to enhance the Stegosaurus depiction.
- Silver Proof Coin: Struck in 925 sterling silver with a proof finish, limited to 500 pieces.
- Silver Proof Color Coin: Combines the proof finish with color detailing, limited to 5,000 pieces.
- Gold Proof Coin: Crafted in gold for premium collectors, limited to 100 pieces.
Each coin comes with detailed packaging that explores the Jurassic period and the history of the Stegosaurus, providing educational insights alongside the collectible.
Series Context
The Stegosaurus coins range is the second release in the “Tales of the Earth: Iconic Specimens” three-coin collection, which also features designs dedicated to Tyrannosaurus and Diplodocus. This series aims to inspire both current and budding paleontologists by bringing prehistoric creatures to life through numismatic art.
