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The Who Coin Designs
The coin’s dynamic design includes some of the most iconic symbols from the band’s live and loud performances – including a union flag, Mod logo, and speaker-smashing Rickenbacker guitar.
Together, the symbols on the coin form a pinball table, a nod to the single Pinball Wizard and album Tommy, one of the band’s most famous creations. With the latest colour printing technology, elements of the coin have been digitally printed to showcase the vibrant red, white, and blue of the band’s emblem.
Using the latest innovative technology and manufacturing techniques, a number of coins will feature a special ‘shockwave’ effect, radiating from the speaker – elevating the detail of the coin.
Designers and craftspeople at the Mint have developed this effect in honour of The Who’s record-breaking loud concert – a record that was held for a decade.
Clare Maclennan, Divisional Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint said
The Who are an iconic British band with an incredible musical legacy, so it felt right to honour them with an official UK coin. The Who coin is the latest in our show stopping Music Legends series, which celebrates legendary British artists through original new designs. It was a privilege to have Roger Daltrey visit the Mint to strike one of the first coins and meet the team of makers that have created this wonderful design. Our Music Legends series is engaging new generations of coin collectors, and we hope this design will become a cherished part of fans’ memorabilia.
Roger Daltrey, Co-founder and Lead Singer of The Who said
It’s an honour to have a coin produced to celebrate The Who’s musical legacy. The coin’s design captures the true essence of the band and what we represent. It was a fantastic moment being able to strike one of the very first pieces in the collection and see the range of technologies and processes involved in the making of the coin.
Pete Townshend, Lead Guitarist of The Who said
I am delighted that the band’s work is being recognised by this fantastic range of coins from The Royal Mint.
Published by Royal Proclamation on the 30th April 2021. Metals include gold, silver and base coins. The base coin will be finished to Brilliant Uncirculated and be £5 in denomination.
Release date: Monday 24th May 2021.
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The Who Coins Reverse Design
The reverse design will be a depiction of a Rickenbacker guitar-shaped pinball machine accompanied by the inscription “THE WHO”.
The Who Coins Obverse Design
For the obverse impression Our effigy with the inscription “· ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · ” the denomination in Pounds and the date of the year 2021. Some coins will have a grained edge.
Who is The Who?
The Who
The Who is an English rock band formed in London in 1964. Their classic line-up consisted of lead singer Roger Daltrey, guitarist and singer Pete Townshend, bass guitarist and singer John Entwistle, and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century and have sold over 100 million records worldwide. Their contributions to rock music include the development of the Marshall stack, large PA systems, the use of the synthesizer, Entwistle and Moon’s influential playing styles, Townshend’s feedback and power chord guitar technique, and the development of the rock opera. They are cited as an influence by many hard rock, punk rock, and mod bands, and their songs still receive regular exposure. Band Members:
JOHN ENTWISTLE (John died from a heart attack on June 27, 2002, in Las Vegas on the eve of The Who’s North American tour.)
KEITH MOON (Keith died in London on 7 September 1978, from an accidental overdose of the prescription drug Heminevrin, prescribed to combat alcoholism.)
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