1986 UK United Kingdom Brilliant Uncirculated Coin Collection Set UK Royal Mint
$ 7.37
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1986 UK United Kingdom Brilliant Uncirculated Coin Collection Set UK Royal Mint This special 1986 coin set, struck in Nickel-Brass, Cupro-Nickel, and Bronze, was released by The Royal Mint to commemorate the coins of that year. It holds particular significance for featuring the first Northern Ireland £1 coin, which showcases the 'Flax' emblem and bears the edge inscription Decus Et Tutamen ("An ornament and a safeguard"). This was the fourth design in a series that began with the 1983 pound coin and included the 1984 Scottish pound and 1985 Welsh pound, with an English design planned for future release. The £1 coin eventually became more widely used than the pound note, marking a shift in UK currency. The set also includes a special £2 coin celebrating the 13th Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh, designed by Norman Sillman. The design features a thistle surrounded by a laurel wreath on a St. Andrew's Cross. Additionally, the set introduces the third portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, created by Raphael Maklouf, replacing the previous design by Arnold Machin. 1986 was a landmark year in both coinage and culture, with events such as the opening of the UK’s first shopping mall, the Royal Family’s wedding, the release of Labyrinth starring David Bowie, the debut of popular TV shows like Neighbours and Casualty, and the launch of the Internet Mail Access Protocol (IMAP) that revolutionized email. This Royal Mint collection offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history from such an iconic year. The Brilliant Uncirculated coins in this set, while not as valuable as Proof coins, are perfect for collectors and anyone marking an important milestone.
