The 2025 United Kingdom Annual Sets

Synopsis

We're thrilled to share that the 2025 UK annual sets are now available for order! Whether you're just starting out or expanding your collection, there's something for every budget. Choose from three 2025 options: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) annual sets, silver proof annual sets, or BU definitive annual sets.

Why Collect 2025 UK Annual Sets?

Are you a collector wondering why you should buy the 2025 UK annual sets instead of waiting for the individual coins to be released? Annual sets allow you to own some of the year's key commemorative coins before much of the UK population and other collectors, with each coin launching on currently undisclosed dates throughout 2025. The Royal Mint also stated, 'The Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother 2025 £5 coin featured in the 2025 annual set, may also appear in other sets and product formats in the future.

Standard vs Definitive 2025 UK Annual Sets

While most 2025 annual sets issued by The Royal Mint include new British coin designs and the definitive coins of the year, the definitive coins also have their own annual set, which can be bought separately. Definitive designs appear on our coinage year after year, unlike the new commemorative designs included in each UK annual set.

The 2025 annual set features definitive designs with a flora and fauna theme, inspired by King Charles III's commitment to environmental issues and the importance of preserving natural resources for future generations. These definitive designs are created by a selection of highly skilled British Royal Mint engravers. The engravings depict various animals, including some that are endangered, as well as plants originating from all four nations of the UK.

What Are the Commemorative Designs in 2025 UK Annual Set?

Collectors are sure to be satisfied with the 2025 UK annual sets, as there are five new commemorative coins. These new Royal Mint coin designs are engraved by several of the most talented Royal Mint engravers. Royal Mint commemorative coins depict iconic people, institutions, and events in British history. Below are the face values and designs of the five new coins featured in the 2025 UK annual coin set.

  • £5 - Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother
  • £2 - 200 Years of the Modern Railway
  • £2 - 350 Years of The Royal Observatory, Greenwich
  • 50p - Red Arrows
  • 50p - Stories of the Second World War

What 2025 UK Annual Set Options Are There?

We have three of The Royal Mint's 2025 annual sets available to order now. The sets offer either 13 coins, including the eight 2025 definitive coins and five new commemorative coins, or an eight-coin set featuring only the definitive coins.

Silver Proof Annual - 13 Coin Set

The 2025 silver proof annual set is an anticipated collector's coin set, featuring a limited mintage of only 550 sets. Each set is presented in a Royal Mint presentation box and accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity for added assurance. This set comprises the 8-coin definitive collection, complemented by five new commemorative coins, all struck in 925 sterling silver.

Specification of Silver Proof Annual Set

Denomination Description Diameter (mm) Weight (g)
Five Pound Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother 38.61 28.28
Two Pound 200 Years of the Modern Railway 28.40 12.00
Two Pound 350 Years of The Royal Observatory, Greenwich 28.40 12.00
Fifty Pence Red Arrows 27.30 8.00
Fifty Pence Stories of the Second World War 27.30 8.00
Two Pound Floral Emblems 28.40 12.00
Pound Bee 23.03 8.75
Fifty Pence Atlantic salmon 27.30 8.00
Twenty Pence Puffin 21.40 5.00
Ten Pence Capercaillie 24.50 6.50
Five Pence Oak Tree Leaf 18.00 3.25
Two Pence Red Squirrel 25.91 7.13
One Penny Dormouse 20.32 3.56

Base Metal BU Annual - 13 Coin Set

This 2025 annual set, like the silver proof annual coin set, comprises all 13 coins. However, these coins are standard base metal coins in BU condition, which means they are in better condition than typical 'normal' coins but not as pristine as proof-condition coins. Collectors can expect this annual set to be presented inside a Royal Mint presentation folder with built-in capsules, ensuring the safekeeping of their coins.

Specification of BU Annual Set

Denomination Description Diameter (mm) Weight (g)
Five Pound Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother 38.61 28.28
Two Pound 200 Years of the Modern Railway 28.40 12.00
Two Pound 350 Years of The Royal Observatory, Greenwich 28.40 12.00
Fifty Pence Red Arrows 27.30 8.00
Fifty Pence Stories of the Second World War 27.30 8.00
Two Pound Floral Emblems 28.40 12.00
Pound Bee 23.03 10.47
Fifty Pence Atlantic salmon 27.30 8.00
Twenty Pence Puffin 21.40 5.00
Ten Pence Capercaillie 24.50 6.50
Five Pence Oak Tree Leaf 18.00 3.25
Two Pence Red Squirrel 25.91 7.13
One Penny Dormouse 20.32 3.56

Base Metal BU Definitive - 8 Coin Set

Thirdly, we offer the 2025 annual base metal BU definitive set, comprising the eight definitive coins issued in 2025. This set does not include the five new commemorative coins available in the other 2025 annual coin sets. Similar to the base metal BU annual set, this set is issued inside a presentation folder with built-in capsules.

 

Specification of BU Definitive Annual Set

Denomination Description Diameter (mm) Weight (g)
Two Pound Floral Emblems 28.40 12.00
Pound Bee 23.03 8.75
Fifty Pence Atlantic salmon 27.30 8.00
Twenty Pence Puffin 21.40 5.00
Ten Pence Capercaillie 24.50 6.50
Five Pence Oak Tree Leaf 18.00 3.25
Two Pence Red Squirrel 25.91 7.13
One Penny Dormouse 20.32 3.56

Secure Your 2025 UK Annual Coin Sets

Some of these sets have a limited mintage, so if you're a collector looking to complete your collection, don't miss out. To avoid disappointment, you should act quickly to order the 2025 UK annual sets, which are in high demand and selling quickly.

For further assistance, feel free to contact us or book an appointment to meet our friendly team face-to-face at our Hatton Garden office in London or our Blackpool showroom.

Author: Connor Campbell - Bullion & Economics Editor

Published: 27 Dec 2024

Last Updated: 2 Jan 2025

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