Celebrating 100 Years of Winnie the Pooh

First published in 1926, A.A. Milne’s Winnie the Pooh has charmed generations with stories of friendship and kindness in the Hundred Acre Wood. Now, 100 years later, the Royal Mint marks this milestone with the first coin in a new three-coin collection.

This first 50p in the series celebrates the theme of kindness.

Created in collaboration with The Walt Disney Company, the reverse design captures Pooh’s timeless warmth and appeal, celebrating one of the most beloved characters in children’s literature.

What makes this coin special:

Celebrates the 100th Birthday of Winnie the Pooh.

The first coin in a new three-coin collection

Reverse design created in collaboration with The Walt Disney Company.

Struck to a Certified Brilliant Uncirculated quality, free of the marks and scratches you find on coins in your change and presented in official Change Checker packaging. 

Specifications:

Country of Issue: United Kingdom

Year of Issue: 2026

Denomination: 50p

Metal: Cupro-Nickel

Weight: 8g

Diameter: 27.30mm

Reverse Designer: The Walt Disney Company

Obverse Designer: Martin Jennings

Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated