Peter Rabbit Coins
| Discover official Royal Mint Peter Rabbit coins featuring one of Britain’s most beloved literary characters. Since first appearing on UK coinage in 2016, Peter Rabbit 50p coins have become some of the most collected modern British coins ever issued, loved by collectors, investors and fans of Beatrix Potter alike. The Royal Mint Peter Rabbit coin series was originally introduced to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s birth and quickly became one of the most successful commemorative coin programmes in modern Royal Mint history. Featuring beautifully engraved designs inspired by Beatrix Potter’s original illustrations, the series includes circulating 50p coins, silver proof editions, gold proof coins and Brilliant Uncirculated collector issues released between 2016 and 2022. The Royal Mint Peter Rabbit Coin SeriesPeter Rabbit was the very first Beatrix Potter character to appear on an official UK coin and remains the standout release from the entire collection. Across five consecutive years, The Royal Mint issued multiple Peter Rabbit designs, each capturing a different scene and interpretation of the famous mischievous rabbit in his iconic blue jacket. The collection includes:
Each release features original artwork adapted from Beatrix Potter’s classic illustrations by Royal Mint designer Emma Noble, helping create one of the most recognisable modern coin series ever produced. Why Peter Rabbit Coins Are So PopularPeter Rabbit coins remain hugely popular among collectors because they combine:
The popularity of the Peter Rabbit series helped fuel a major resurgence in UK coin collecting, with many collectors beginning their collections through Beatrix Potter 50p coins found in circulation. 2016 Peter Rabbit 50p CoinsThe original 2016 Peter Rabbit 50p marked the first appearance of the character on UK coinage and remains one of the most important releases in the series. Featuring a close-up portrait of Peter Rabbit with his distinctive whiskers, the coin became instantly popular with collectors following release. Collectors continue to seek:
2017–2022 Peter Rabbit CoinsFollowing the huge success of the 2016 release, The Royal Mint continued issuing new Peter Rabbit designs annually through to 2022. Each coin featured a different illustration inspired by Beatrix Potter’s original stories, including Peter Rabbit running, holding radishes and squeezing beneath Mr McGregor’s garden gate. The later releases expanded the collection with:
Gold Proof and Silver Proof Peter Rabbit CoinsThe Royal Mint released a range of premium precious metal Peter Rabbit coins struck to proof standard using specially prepared dies and polished blanks. These editions remain among the most desirable coins in the Beatrix Potter collection due to their lower mintages and presentation quality. Silver proof Peter Rabbit coins feature beautifully coloured reverse designs faithful to Beatrix Potter’s original illustrations, while gold proof editions offer exceptional rarity and strong collector appeal. PCGS Graded Peter Rabbit CoinsCertified PCGS graded Peter Rabbit coins are increasingly sought after by collectors looking for investment-grade modern Royal Mint coins. PR69 and PR70 Deep Cameo examples provide independently verified quality and authenticity, with First Strike examples particularly desirable among advanced collectors. Buy Peter Rabbit Coins with ConfidenceAt The London Coin Company , we specialise in modern Royal Mint coins, rare commemorative issues and certified collector coins. Our Peter Rabbit coin range regularly includes:
Whether you are building a complete Peter Rabbit coin collection , searching for a rare 50p coin or investing in modern Royal Mint proof coins, Peter Rabbit remains one of the most iconic and collectable British coin series ever released. |
