British Royal Mint - Since A.D. 886, the Royal Mint has been manufacturing coins for the United Kingdom. In addition to circulating coinage, the British Royal Mint also mints many commemorative coins. Considered the world’s leading export mint, the British Royal Mint holds true to its first priority of minting and distributing British sovereign coins for the U.K. Having stood the test of time, the Royal Mint is renowned worldwide for the quality and beauty found in its products.