What could you buy for £1 in 1983?
I thought it would be interesting to take a look at how the value of the £1 coin has changed since it was first introduced back in 1983.
It’s common knowledge that the cost of living increases over time; however you may be surprised when you see just how much some everyday items have increased in cost during the past 34 years…
The UK’s FIRST EVER Christmas £5 Coin
To celebrate the festive season this year, The Royal Mint has issued the FIRST EVER UK Christmas £5 coin.
The Christmas tree plays a key role in festive traditions, from decorating with baubles to keeping presents around the tree and opening them, so it is only fitting that one of the most iconic symbols of the festive period is featured on this BRAND NEW UK £5 Coin.
The FIRST EVER UK Christmas £5 Coin issued by The Royal Mint
The coin has been struck by The Royal Mint and features a traditional Christmas tree design by engraver and printmaker Edwina Ellis. The obverse features the fifth definitive portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.
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The Official Change Checker Christmas Card
What better way to wish your family and friends Merry Christmas than with the Official Change Checker Christmas Card?
The official Change Checker Christmas card features a contemporary Christmas tree design.
Featuring a contemporary Christmas Tree design, the Christmas card also includes the new Christmas £5 coin Struck to an unblemished Brilliant Uncirculated finish, the coin has been encapsulated and features a security hologram to certify its superior quality.
Your £5 coin can also be removed from the Christmas Card so would make the perfect numismatic gift for a friend or relative, or if you’re a keen Change Checker, even a treat for yourself.
Finally, the inside of the card has been left blank so that you have plenty of space to write a personalised message.
2017 UK Christmas Tree £5 Christmas Card
Send some festive cheer to your friends and family with the Official Change Checker Christmas Card.
Round Pound Memories
The Round Pound has been in circulation for 34 years but sadly those days are coming to an end. At midnight on Sunday 15th October the Round Pound will be demonetised and cease to be legal tender.
The Round Pound is demonetised this week
So, to celebrate this icon of British history, we want to know your favourite Round Pound Memories. These memories can be anything: good, bad, funny but hopefully nostalgic. For example:
- Where did you find your first Edinburgh City?
- Did somebody lend you a Round Pound when you needed it most?
- What’s the best thing you’ve ever bought for just £1?
We’ve got 50 Gold Plated Participant’s Medals to give away to those who share the best #RoundPoundMemories.
We have 50 Gold Plated Participant’s Medals to giveaway!
You have until midnight on Sunday 15th October to share your #RoundPoundMemories.
You can post your memories as a comment on this blog or any of our social media channels, using the #RoundPoundMemories.
We hope you enjoy your trip down memory lane!