Decimalisation
Making the Change to Decimal Coinage
The changeover to decimal currency affected the day-to-day lives of every British citizen in the United Kingdom. Find out how the Government prepared for Decimal Day by launching one of the most intensive publicity campaigns ever directed at the people of Britain.
Christopher Ironside’s Decimal Designs
The process of designing Britain's decimal coins began in 1961, far earlier than you may imagine.
Decimal Coin Designs 40 Years On
On Monday 15 February 1971, Britain went decimal, however 40 years after the first decimal coins entered circulation it was time for rejuvenation. Discover the inspiration behind Matthew Dent’s new designs.