ROYAL MINT ROCKS THE NATION WITH FREDDIE MERCURY COLLECTIBLE COIN

EQS-News: The Royal Mint / Key word(s): Product Launch ROYAL MINT ROCKS THE NATION WITH FREDDIE MERCURY COLLECTIBLE COIN 18.11.2025 / 01:05 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. LLANTRISANT, Wales, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rock and roll history is set to be immortalised as The Royal Mint unveils a UK coin to celebrate one of the greatest showmen of all time, Freddie Mercury - an extraordinary tribute to the rock icon whose voice and showmanship defined generations.

The collectible coin captures Mercury mid-performance at the height of his powers, showcasing the flamboyant frontman in full flow with his signature inscribed alongside his portrait. The design's intricate details tell the story of Mercury's extraordinary talent through carefully crafted design elements.

Freddie's legendary 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, a fitting tribute to what many consider the greatest rock performance of all time. A selection of the coins will also feature colour, bringing Freddie's iconic yellow jacket to life on the coin design and capturing the vibrant energy that made him such a magnetic stage presence.

This celebration comes at a particularly poignant time, commemorating the 40th anniversary of Queen's show-stealing performance at Live Aid in July 1985 and also the 40^th anniversary of Freddie's first solo studio album, "Mr. Bad Guy", released the same year, reminding fans of his versatility as both a Queen member and solo artist who pushed creative boundaries throughout his career.

In a special moment that brought the coin's creation full circle, 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.

Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, said: "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."