Queen's Freddie Mercury celebrated on Royal Mint coin
His sister Kashmira Bulsara struck the very first coin
Last updated 18th Nov 2025
Legendary Queen frontman Freddie Mercury is being immortalised on a UK coin from The Royal Mint, with prices ranging from £18.50 to a whopping £9,350.
Unveiled today (Tuesday 18th November), the limited-edition collectable coins capture Freddie Mercury in his imperious glory at a concert, and they’re emblazoned with his signature.
Freddie’s four-octave vocal range is represented by a musical stave that runs around the edge of the coin, spanning from bass to treble notes.
The studded armband edge design draws inspiration from his iconic Live Aid performance outfit in 1985, and a selection of the coins will also feature colour, bringing Freddie's iconic yellow jacket to life.
Freddie Mercury's sister, Kashmira Bulsara, visited The Royal Mint to strike the very first coin herself, making her an integral part of this historic tribute to her brother's legacy.
Kashmira said: "Striking the first coin at The Royal Mint was such an emotional and proud moment for me. Freddie would have been absolutely delighted to see himself honoured in this way and to know that his family was part of bringing this tribute to life.
“He always had such respect for British traditions and institutions, and to have The Royal Mint celebrate his legacy with such beautiful artistry would have meant the world to him. The coin perfectly captures his passion and the joy he brought to millions through his music."
The Royal Mint's Freddie Mercury coin
Freddie Mercury's sister, Kashmira Bulsara, posing with the very first coin she struck herself.
Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, adds: "Having Kashmira visit us to strike the first Freddie Mercury coin was incredibly moving and made this project even more special.
“Freddie Mercury wasn't just a musician; he was a force of nature who transformed every stage he stepped onto. This coin captures that electric energy and celebrates a truly global icon whose influence continues to inspire generations.
“The level of detail in this design, from his signature to the musical stave representing his incredible vocal range, makes this one of our most special commemorative pieces."
Fans can purchase the Freddie Mercury coins from The Royal Mint’s official website now.
The cheapest item is a £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin that costs £18.50, while the most expensive is a 2oz Gold Proof Coin that’s limited to just 30 units and costs £9,350.
In a nod to Freddie Mercury's charity work, The Royal Mint will also gift a special gold proof version of the coin to the Mercury Phoenix Trust, the AIDS charity founded in his memory.
The charity will auction this unique piece in the coming months, continuing Mercury's mission to support those affected by HIV and AIDS.
The Freddie Mercury coin is the latest instalment of The Royal Mint’s ‘Music Legends’ series that has previously honoured the likes of David Bowie, George Michael, Shirley Bassey and Paul McCartney.