Wicked Turns 20! Royal Mint Unveils Magical New Coins 🪄✨

London is abuzz as the smash-hit musical Wicked celebrates its incredible 20th anniversary in the West End. To mark two decades of defying gravity, The Royal Mint has unveiled a stunning new series of collectible 50p coins, capturing the magic and spectacle of the beloved show. The musical, which first opened its doors at London's Apollo Victoria Theatre in September 2006, has become a true theatrical phenomenon.

It has captivated nearly 14 million people across more than 7,500 performances, cementing its status as one of London's most enduring and popular productions. The newly released coins are a treat for fans and collectors alike.

The reverse design intricately features iconic elements from the Wicked universe: Elphaba's distinctive hat and broomstick, Glinda's sparkling wand and shoes, the mysterious Grimmerie spellbook, a mischievous flying monkey, and even the Wizard of Oz in his hot air balloon. These details are beautifully rendered, making each coin a miniature work of art.

Available in various editions, prices for these enchanting coins start from £19.50.

Some special designs even boast vibrant colours, drawing directly from the musical's signature green and pink palette. In an exciting move towards sustainability, a gold edition has been struck using recycled gold, a practice The Royal Mint aims to extend to all its collectable gold coins by the end of 2026. Each coin comes presented in packaging that cleverly mirrors the iconic London stage production.

Tim Mulhall, head of fandom at The Royal Mint, expressed the profound connection fans have with Wicked.

For millions of fans around the world, Wicked isn't just a musical, it's a story that stays with you long after the curtain falls,

he said.

"This collection lets fans hold a piece of that magic in their hands: a coin that captures the friendship, the flying broomsticks and the unforgettable colours of Oz." He added that whether you're a coin collector, a loyal theatre-goer, or simply drawn to the story of Elphaba and Glinda, "this is a way to carry a little bit of that wonder with you, wherever you go." A statement from Wicked London echoed this sentiment, expressing pride in seeing the show "immortalised on an official UK coin as part of our landmark anniversary, offering fans and collectors alike a magical opportunity to commemorate the date long after the curtain falls on the celebrations." Fans can get their hands on these spellbinding coins starting 9 am on September 17, exclusively from The Royal Mint's website.

And for those looking for even more Wicked magic, advent calendars are set to be released soon, with a special coloured coin hidden behind door 24, promising a delightful surprise for the festive season. The coins offer a unique way to celebrate the musical's imaginative backstory, exploring the complex relationship between Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West, and how their destinies diverged. #Wicked20 #RoyalMint #MusicalTheatre #WickedCoins