Why we issue commemorative coins
Our commemorative coins recognise important events, periods or people.
We only produce a limited amount and they’re only available for a limited time.
We issue commemorative coins:
- to promote the Island
- for worldwide collectors
- to generate income for the States of Jersey
How to get commemorative coins
You can order commemorative coins from the Westminster Collection website using their online order form.
Commemorative coins for 2020
During 2020 we’re issuing the following commemorative coins:
The 75th Anniversary of VE Day
A selection of coins issued to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Victory Day in Europe.
Launch date: January 2020
Liberation of the Channel Islands
A 50p design to commemorate Jersey’s liberation from German occupation.
Launch date: May 2020
Charles Dickens 150th Anniversary
A £2 coin to mark the 150th anniversary of Charles Dickens, one of the British Isles’ most famous and celebrated authors.
Launch date: May 2020
Battle of Britain
Various coins to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain – one of the most important air battles of World War 2 that saved Britain from invasion during summer 1940.
Launch date: June 2020
Captain Cook – 250th Anniversary of Discovering Australia
A coin to mar the 250th anniversary of Captain Cook discovering Australia.
Launch date: August 2020
150th Anniversary of Sandringham House
A £2 coin design to mark the 150th anniversary of Sandringham House.
Launch date: October 2020
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