1982 British Royal Mint Coin Sets

Obverse of 1982 Coin Set

Reverse of 1982 Coin Set

Presentation Cover of 1982 Royal Mint Proof Set

1982 - New Twenty Pence Coin Introduced
In 1982, a new twenty pence coin was introduced.
A double florin, with equivalent value had been introduced in 1887 but discontinued after 1890, partly because it was similar in size to the crown, and therefore possible to confuse with it.

New Uncirculated Set Introduced
In 1982 the Royal Mint introduced an uncirculated set in addition to the proof sets which had been issued since 1970.

Each year since 1970, the Royal Mint has produced special editions of coin sets for collectors, which are also ideal as gifts. We have a few of the 1982 United Kingdom coin sets, produced by the Royal Mint.

There are two variations of the 1982 coin sets available:-

• Seven Coin Proof Set
  "Proof" coins are specially struck with great care and attention. The dies are highly polished on the flat surfaces, with a frosted finish on the design, the blanks from which the coins are struck are also polished before striking (minting), so that the finished coins show their designs to the absolutely best effect. The raised relief parts of the design have a frosted finish, and stand out from the background (field) which has a mirror finish. Each coin is carefully inspected prior to packaging, and is guaranteed to be perfect and without any blemish.
  1982 proof sets contain:
  New twenty pence coin, featuring a crowned rose.
  The other six circulating coins, 50 pence, 10 pence, 5 pence, 2 pence, 1 penny, and half penny, all with the word "NEW" omitted for the first time.
  All attractively packaged in a specially designed plastic case.
• Seven Coin Uncirculated Set
  Contains the same seven coins as the proof set, from the 50 pence down to the halfpenny.
  Although not struck to the same standards as the proof coins, these coins are also specially examined and selected before packaging. They are all superior to the mass produced coins which are made for circulation because of the absence of bag marks and scratches.
  They are also packaged in a colourful attractive and informative folder.

Coins Issued

Denomination	Design	Circulation
Fifty Pence	Britannia	Yes
Twenty Pence	Crowned Rose	Yes
Ten Pence	Lion	No
Five Pence	Crowned Thistle	No
Two Pence	Plumes	No
Penny	Portcullis	Yes
Half Penny	Crown	Yes

Notes on Table
Circulation = Whether the coin was also issued for circulation.

1982 Coin Sets

Item	Grade	Coins in Set	Packaging
1982 Set	Uncirculated	7	Royal Mint Folder
1982 Coin Set	Proof	7	Royal Mint Plastic Case

For Sale

Base Metal - Uncirculated in Folder

Quantity	Rate	Buy
1	£18.95

Standard Proof Set

Postage & Packing:
UK: At buyer's Risk £3.50 or
Fully Insured £9 (Usually by Royal Mail Special Delivery)
USA: Airmail at buyer's risk $10 or
Fully Insured $20
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