Elizabeth II Coins (1971 - 2022)

Discover Queen Elizabeth II Coins from 1971 to 2022, featuring all official British decimal coinage issued during the reign of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. This category includes circulating and commemorative coins from The Royal Mint spanning gold, silver, platinum, proof, brilliant uncirculated, piedfort, bullion, and certified graded releases. From the first decimal coins of 1971 through to the historic Platinum Jubilee and final memorial issues of 2022, Queen Elizabeth II coinage represents one of the most important and widely collected eras in modern British numismatics.

Britain’s Decimal Coinage Under Queen Elizabeth II

In 1971, the United Kingdom officially adopted decimal coinage, marking the beginning of a new monetary era under Queen Elizabeth II. The Royal Mint introduced the first decimal proof sets featuring denominations from the 50p to the halfpenny, beginning one of the most extensive and collectable coin series in British history.

Throughout her reign, Queen Elizabeth II appeared on British coinage using five official portrait effigies created by renowned artists, including Arnold Machin, Raphael Maklouf, Ian Rank-Broadley, and Jody Clark. Her coins commemorate major royal and national milestones, including Silver, Golden, Diamond, and Platinum Jubilees, royal anniversaries, historic events, and memorial tributes issued following her passing in 2022.

This category includes all British decimal coinage issued between 1971 and 2022, including annual proof and brilliant uncirculated sets, Sovereigns, Britannias, £5 crowns, £2 coins, 50p releases, Maundy coins, and commemorative precious metal issues. Many releases were struck in limited mintages with premium presentation packaging and certificates of authenticity, increasing their long-term collectability.

Why Collect Queen Elizabeth II Coins?

Queen Elizabeth II Coins (1971–2022) remain highly sought after because of:

• Covers the complete British decimal era under Queen Elizabeth II
• Features five official royal coin portraits across five decades
• Includes proof, bullion, brilliant uncirculated, and commemorative issues
• Covers Sovereigns, Britannias, annual sets, crowns, £2 coins, and 50ps
• Includes Jubilee, Coronation, memorial, and anniversary releases
• Strong historical and long-term numismatic significance
• Popular with British and worldwide collectors alike

Explore Queen Elizabeth II Coin Releases

This category includes a wide range of British coin issues such as:

• Decimal proof and brilliant uncirculated coin sets
• Gold Sovereigns and Britannia coins
• Platinum Jubilee commemorative releases
• £5 crowns and royal anniversary coins
• £2 commemorative coins and 50p collections
• Piedfort and precious metal collector editions
• Maundy and Sixpence issues
• Certified PCGS and NGC graded coins
• Memorial coins issued in 2022

Buy Queen Elizabeth II Coins with Confidence

At The London Coin Company , all Queen Elizabeth II Coins are carefully sourced and authenticated for quality, rarity, and collectability. Whether you are building a modern British coin collection, collecting decimal-era Royal Mint issues, or investing in commemorative precious metal coinage, Queen Elizabeth II Coins from 1971–2022 offer a unique combination of royal history, British heritage, and enduring numismatic appeal.