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When did the shield coins come out?
When did the shield coins come out?
DondaejiDelightfulCharmingSmile
Wed Nov 13 2024
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I'm trying to find out the release date of the shield coins. I've been searching for this information, but haven't been able to find a clear answer. Can anyone help me with this?
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Martina
Fri Nov 15 2024
In 2008, a significant alteration to the UK's circulating coinage occurred, marking the first major change since the implementation of decimalisation.
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Thunderbolt
Fri Nov 15 2024
This change involved the introduction of a new design, known as the Royal Shield, to the definitive coins in circulation.
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JamesBrown
Fri Nov 15 2024
The Royal Shield design was created by Matthew Dent and incorporated various elements that represented the UK's heraldic tradition.
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SsangyongSpirit
Thu Nov 14 2024
As part of this redesign, all UK coins ranging from the 1p to the £1 underwent a transformation.
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EthereumEliteGuard
Thu Nov 14 2024
Each coin now featured a different section of Matthew Dent's Royal Shield of Arms design, reflecting the diversity and richness of UK heraldry.
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