Royal Mint launches new 50p coin celebrating Star Wars' Millennium Falcon

A new 50p coin that will excite Star Wars fans has been unveiled, commemorating one of the most notable aspects of the film franchise.

The Millennium Falcon is the latest emblem to land on the Royal Mint's range of collectable coins thanks to the success of the first Star Wars coin series, prompting the new collection. The coin, which comes in a 50p and ounce range, is available to purchase from the Royal Mint website now.

Collectors and fans will enjoy a feature on the coin depicting a silhouette of the Millennium Falcon and the Rebel Alliance Starbird symbol, the Mint said. The feature tilts in the light to reveal symbols. Other coins launching in 2024 will showcase the TIE Fighter, X-Wing, and Death Star II.

Rebecca Morgan, director of commemorative coin at the Royal Mint, said: “We are delighted to celebrate the Star Wars franchise’s numismatic return with a series of coins dedicated to its iconic vehicles.

“We are excited to enthuse new and existing coin collectors across the world and capture the imaginations of Star Wars’ thriving fan base.”

Fans will also soon be able to purchase Royal Mint bullion bars inspired by the Star Wars galaxy. Available in fine gold and silver editions, the first design features Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Han Solo.

Andrew Dickey, director of precious metals at the Royal Mint, said: “The Royal Mint’s launch of the Star Wars bullion bars is particularly exciting as iconic characters of the Skywalker Saga have inspired designs that feature on bullion bars for the very first time.”

Customers will also be able to secure all four coins on Monday and they will be sent out as and when the coins in the range are released. Prices range from £11 for a brilliant, uncirculated Millennium Falcon 50p and £20 for a colour version to £2,770 for a gold proof coin.

The Mint said that the bullion bars will launch in time for Star Wars Day on May 4 and prices will depend on live, precious metal prices.

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