March 19, 2019
Peter Rabbit
.
The new design is featured on brilliant uncirculated, silver proof and gold proof 50p commemorative coins. The commemorative coin will not be entering general circulation. More than 2.5 million of the original Beatrix Potter character commemorative coins have been sold, and
Peter Rabbit
remains a best-selling coin by The Royal Mint.
“We have been overwhelmed at the popularity of the Beatrix Potter coins since our initial collaboration with The Royal Mint in 2016, which marked the first time that a character from children’s literature appeared on U.K. tender,” says Thomas Merrington, creative director, Penguin Ventures. “The appeal of these coins is staggering and a testament to how beloved Beatrix Potter’s characters remain today. We’re delighted that a fourth
Peter Rabbit
coin will join the collection.”
“Following the fantastic response to our previous Beatrix Potter collections, we’re delighted to be celebrating
Peter Rabbit
, one of the most-loved children’s characters, once again with our 2019 commemorative coin, giving fans the chance to add to their existing collections,” says Nicola Howell, director of the consumer division, The Royal Mint.
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