The Royal Mint -
The Royal Mint has today unveiled an eye-catching commemorative coin celebrating 50 years of Iron Maiden. The East London icons are joining the ranks of musical royalty in The Roy
al Mint's Music Legends series, which has previously celebrated the likes of Queen, Elton John, and David Bowie.
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Crafted with meticulous attention to detail by contemporary Iron Maiden artist Albert 'Akirant' Quirantes, the design features the band's infamous mascot Eddie in a dynamic pose that will strike a chord with fans worldwide. The design features numerous hidden 'Easter eggs' referencing the band's illustrious career, albums, and world tours, giving collectors plenty to hunt for.
Iron Maiden, who formed in 1975, worked closely with
The Royal Mint throughout the design process, ensuring the coin captures the essence of a band whose influence has spanned five decades and counting. With a global footprint that spans the planet, Iron Maiden is one of the biggest success stories in British music, and with the international nature of coin-collecting, this new commemorative piece - the first official collectable product to bear the 50th Anniversary logo is sure to delight and excite collectors and fans alike.
Rod Smallwood, Maiden's Manager, "Having Eddie on an official UK coin is a continuation of his incredible odyssey since we unearthed him back in 1980. We've been on stamps, beer bottles, plane tails, and now legal tender! The detail Akirant has managed to pack into the design is superb - there are little nods to virtually every chapter of our journey as a band. We're truly honoured that
The Royal Mint has chosen to commemorate 50 years of Iron Maiden in such a unique way."
Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at
The Royal Mint, commented: "Iron Maiden have been fearless pioneers in music, flying the flag for Britain around the globe for half a century. Their creative vision, powerful performances, and dedicated following have earned them a place as one of Britain's most influential bands. This coin is the perfect fusion of metal on metal, and we expect it will prove to be a collector's piece that's highly sought after by both numismatists and passionate rock fans alike."
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Posted 07/08/2025 10:43 am
