The Royal Mint unveil UK commemorative coin to celebrate John Lennon

It would have been his 85th birthday in 2025

John Lennon's commemorative coin at Strawberry Fields

Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 21 hours ago

In the year that John Lennon would have celebrated his 85th birthday, The Royal Mint have unveiled a UK commemorative coin to celebrate The Beatles singer.

Announcing the exciting news on Friday 14th March, the new coin features a side portrait of John Lennon, which is based on an photo taken by Bob Gruen, taken on the roof of his penthouse in New York City. Bob was one of the music industry's most respected photographers.

John Lennon's commemorative coin

Speaking about the new coin, Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint said: "Arguably one of the greatest singers and songwriters of all time, Lennon’s achievements as an artist, activist and advocate for peace continues to live on and will now be forever remembered on a coin.

"Lennon’s portrait has been captured in meticulous detail and in a fitting tribute will be released in the year which the artist would have celebrated his 85th birthday. Still admired by millions of people and generations worldwide, we hope this coin and its design will be treasured for many years to come."

How to buy this new coin

The coin is available to buy from The Royal Mint. Prices for the coin start at £18.50. The coin is also available in a range of precious metals and with colour editions.

Over recent years, The Royal Mint have released several commemorative coins, including John Lennon's bandmate Queen, Sir Paul McCartney, David Bowie and Shirley Bassey.