The Millennium Falcon gets on a 50p coin in a new series from The Royal Mint

The Royal Mint has unveiled its latest collectable Star Wars coins and bullion bars with the Millennium Falcon on a 50p coin.

The initial Star Wars coin series from last July featured a pair of characters on each coin. This new second series is dedicated to the franchise’s vehicles. The first of them is the Millennium Falcon, and it’s depicted in flight by artist Ffion Gwillim.

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

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 can also look forward to the release of Royal Mint bullion bars inspired by the Star Wars galaxy. They’re available in fine gold and silver editions and 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.”

Images via LucasFilm / Royal Mint