Tailor of Gloucester Coins
| Discover official Royal Mint Tailor of Gloucester coins celebrating one of Beatrix Potter’s most treasured literary works. Released in 2018 as part of the hugely successful Beatrix Potter 50p coin series, the Tailor of Gloucester 50p remains one of the most distinctive releases in the collection and a favourite among modern Royal Mint collectors. Inspired by The Tailor of Gloucester , the coin features beautifully engraved artwork based on Beatrix Potter’s original illustrations and forms part of the wider Beatrix Potter 50p programme. The series includes Brilliant Uncirculated editions, silver proof coins, deluxe silver proof releases and rare PCGS graded examples. The Royal Mint Tailor of Gloucester 50p CoinThe Tailor of Gloucester 50p was issued by The Royal Mint in 2018 as part of the continuing Beatrix Potter commemorative coin collection. Designed by Royal Mint artist Emma Noble, the reverse depicts the famous Tailor of Gloucester character inspired by Potter’s original illustrations, while the obverse features the fifth portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark. The release formed part of the 2018 Beatrix Potter collection alongside:
The Beatrix Potter coin programme became one of the Royal Mint’s most successful modern commemorative series, combining beloved literary characters with highly collectable modern UK coinage. Why Collect Tailor of Gloucester Coins ?Tailor of Gloucester coins remain highly collectable because they combine:
The Tailor of Gloucester release is especially popular among collectors seeking to complete the full Beatrix Potter 50p collection issued between 2016 and 2018. 2018 Tailor of Gloucester 50p CoinsThe original 2018 release remains the key issue within the Tailor of Gloucester series and is collected in multiple formats. Collectors regularly search for:
Unlike some Beatrix Potter issues, the Tailor of Gloucester 50p was not released for general circulation, increasing collector demand for official Royal Mint presentation editions. Brilliant Uncirculated Tailor of Gloucester CoinsThe Royal Mint released Brilliant Uncirculated Tailor of Gloucester coins struck to a finer standard than circulating coinage and presented in official collector packaging. These presentation pack editions feature:
The official Brilliant Uncirculated presentation pack had a limited worldwide mintage of just 27,041 packs, increasing long-term collector appeal for sealed Royal Mint editions. Silver Proof Tailor of Gloucester CoinsThe Royal Mint also released premium silver proof Tailor of Gloucester coins struck in solid .925 sterling silver using specially prepared dies and polished blanks to achieve exceptional proof quality. These colourised proof editions remain among the most desirable releases within the Beatrix Potter collection. Silver proof Tailor of Gloucester coins feature:
The standard silver proof release was limited to 30,000 coins worldwide, while the deluxe silver proof edition had an extremely limited mintage of just 3,500 coins worldwide. PCGS Graded Tailor of Gloucester CoinsProfessionally graded Tailor of Gloucester coins certified by PCGS are increasingly sought after by collectors seeking premium quality modern Royal Mint coins. Popular certified examples include:
PR70 Deep Cameo examples are particularly desirable due to their flawless condition and strong registry-quality appeal among modern coin collectors. The Tailor of Gloucester StoryOriginally published by Beatrix Potter in 1903, The Tailor of Gloucester tells the story of a poor tailor attempting to finish a magnificent coat for the Mayor of Gloucester with the secret assistance of helpful mice. The tale became one of Beatrix Potter’s most acclaimed works and remains a beloved classic of British children’s literature. The enduring popularity of the original story, combined with the success of the Royal Mint coin releases, continues to drive strong collector demand for Tailor of Gloucester coins among:
Buy Tailor of Gloucester Coins with ConfidenceAt The London Coin Company , we specialise in modern Royal Mint commemorative coins, including rare Beatrix Potter issues, proof coins and certified PCGS graded examples. Our Tailor of Gloucester coin range regularly includes:
Whether you are completing a Beatrix Potter collection, searching for a rare Tailor of Gloucester 50p or investing in limited edition Royal Mint proof coins, this beautifully designed release remains one of the highlights of the modern Beatrix Potter coin series. |
