Victoria Cross Coins

Discover the Victoria Cross coin series, a powerful Royal Mint commemorative collection celebrating the Victoria Cross (VC), the highest military honour awarded for gallantry in the face of the enemy.

This respected UK coin series pays tribute to extraordinary acts of courage performed by members of the British Armed Forces throughout history. The Victoria Cross itself, first introduced in 1856 under Queen Victoria, represents exceptional bravery, often awarded posthumously to those who demonstrated outstanding heroism in combat.

The coin designs typically feature the Victoria Cross medal itself alongside symbolic military imagery, including scenes of battlefield heroism and remembrance. These designs reflect the sacrifice, courage, and legacy of VC recipients across generations.

Notable releases include commemorative 50p coins such as the 2006 and 2019 Victoria Cross issues, celebrating anniversaries of this prestigious honour. These coins are part of wider Royal Mint military-themed collections and remain highly recognised among collectors.

Struck in circulated, brilliant uncirculated, silver proof, piedfort, and gold proof editions, Victoria Cross coins include both standard circulation releases and limited-edition collector issues. Proof silver and gold versions—especially graded examples—are significantly more desirable due to their lower mintages and premium presentation.

• Official Royal Mint commemorative military coin series
• Celebrates the Victoria Cross – Britain’s highest award for bravery
• Features powerful military and medal-inspired designs
• Includes 2006 and modern anniversary releases
• Available in BU, silver proof, piedfort, and gold proof editions
• Limited mintage collector coins with strong historical significance

The Victoria Cross coin series stands as one of the most meaningful military-themed commemorative collections in modern UK numismatics.

It honours real acts of heroism performed under extreme conditions, making it a deeply symbolic series for both collectors and those interested in British military history.

While some circulation issues are widely available, premium proof and precious metal editions remain highly sought after due to their collector presentation and lower mintages.

The London Coin Company offers a carefully selected range of authentic Victoria Cross coins, sourced from trusted distributors and official Royal Mint releases. Every coin is checked for quality and authenticity, ensuring confidence whether you are collecting, investing, or completing a military-themed coin set.

• Collectors of UK military commemorative coins
• Fans of British Armed Forces history
• Royal Mint historical series collectors
• Those building complete UK heritage coin collections

Shop Victoria Cross coins honouring Britain’s highest military award for bravery. Discover UK commemorative coins in gold, silver, BU and piedfort editions.