2018 Silver Proof 50p - Mrs Tittlemouse

CELEBRATING BEATRIX POTTER AND HER LITTLE TALES

Beatrix Potter’s captivating world set in the British countryside has been enjoyed by generations of children and adults around the world. The author and illustrator had a love of the natural world, giving her work a timeless quality that is as popular as ever. In 2016 The Royal Mint began a series celebrating the life and work of Beatrix Potter, and the coins featuring her countryside characters have been snapped up by loyal fans every year since. Mrs. Tittlemouse, the house-proud wood mouse, is the latest Beatrix Potter character to feature on an official UK 50p coin and she completes the 2018 collection.

The design for this coin celebrates Beatrix Potter’s own watercolour illustrations. Mrs. Tittlemouse carries the basket she uses to gather her dinner, with the finest of details captured in colour printing on the coin’s small surface.

Each coin is presented in a clear acrylic presentation case and is accompanied by information on the character and quotes from Beatrix's original tales.  Housed in a presentation box, accompanied with a certificate of authenticity.

Coin Specifications

Diameter - 27.30mm

Weight - 8g

Denomination - 50p

Alloy - 0.925 Silver

Mintage - 30,000