08/12/2024

Stegosaurus Coins

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

Stegosaurus 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin
Stegosaurus 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Coin
  • Unlimited

  • Issue Price: £12.00

50p Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin

Stegosaurus 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin
Stegosaurus 50p Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin
  • Limited Edition 15,000

  • Issue Price: £21.00

50p Silver Proof Colour Coin

Stegosaurus 50p Silver Proof Colour Coin
Stegosaurus 50p Silver Proof Colour Coin
  • Limited Edition 5,000

  • Issue Price: £75.00

1oz Silver Proof Coin

Stegosaurus 1oz Silver Proof Coin
Stegosaurus 1oz Silver Proof Coin
  • Limited Edition 2,000

  • Issue Price: £110.00

50p Gold Proof Coin

Stegosaurus 50p Gold Proof Coin
Stegosaurus 50p Gold Proof Coin
  • Limited Edition 100

  • Issue Price: £1,355.00

1/4oz Gold Proof Coin

Stegosaurus 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin
Stegosaurus 1/4oz Gold Proof Coin
  • Limited Edition 300

  • Issue Price: £799.00

2024 Stegosaurus Coins From The Royal Mint Dinosaur Coins

Coin TypeLimited Edition MintagesIssue Price
50p Brilliant Uncirculated CoinUnlimited£12.00
50p Brilliant Uncirculated Colour Coin15,000£21.00
50p Silver Proof Coin500£65.00
50p Silver Proof Colour Coin5,000£75.00
1oz Silver Proof Coin2,000£110.00
50p Gold Proof Coin100£1,355.00
¼oz Gold Proof Coin300£799.00
The Royal Mint has honored the Stegosaurus, one of history’s most recognizable dinosaurs, with a dedicated 50p coin as part of their “Tales of the Earth” series. This collection celebrates iconic prehistoric creatures, and the Stegosaurus coin is a notable addition.

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.