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The 2022 Prince William 40th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range

Posted on June 17, 2022August 9, 2024 by Vanessa Brockwell

This year is an important year for the Royal Family. In the same month as the Platinum Jubilee celebrations for the Queen, her grandson Prince William, our future king, also celebrates his 40th birthday, meaning multiple commemorations for the Royal House of Windsor.

Prince William turns forty on the 21st June, and his compassion and dedication are evident to all. Passionate about his roles in promoting mental health awareness, conservation and support for the armed forces, he carries out his official duties in support of the Queen with great charm and growing assurance. To celebrate this landmark milestone, a new series of sovereign coins have been produced to commemorate Prince William’s 40th birthday. Introducing The 2022 Prince William 40th Birthday Gold Sovereign Range, and in particular, the one-eighth sovereign…

Queen Victoria Heritage Coinage

Posted on June 10, 2022August 9, 2024 by Vanessa Brockwell

Queen Victoria, Britain’s second-longest reigning monarch, presided over huge industrial change and expansion of the empire, and the impact that her reign had on British society has been profound.

Here at Hattons of London, we have released an incredible new range celebrating Queen Victoria’s 125th Diamond Jubilee Anniversary. However, if you favour heritage items, continue reading as we explore all of the Queen Victoria heritage coinage that we currently have available.

2022 Commonwealth Games Queen’s Baton Relay

Posted on June 5, 2022August 14, 2024 by Vanessa Brockwell

The Queen’s Baton Relay began on the 7th October 2021 at Buckingham Palace and will end in Birmingham on the 28th July 2022 for the opening ceremony of the 2022 Commonwealth Games. The baton is due to travel to London from the 2nd to the 5th June to coincide with the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations for the Queen.

The Royal Jubilees of Queen Elizabeth II

Posted on June 1, 2022August 9, 2024 by Vanessa Brockwell

Having reached an incredible seventy years of reign in 2022, Queen Elizabeth II is Britain’s longest reigning monarch, and has celebrated many royal jubilee milestones as a result.

Throughout this blog, we will be exploring the four royal jubilees that the Queen has achieved and the key events that took place during each one.

Platinum Jubilee Weekend 2022: What’s On?

Posted on May 30, 2022August 9, 2024 by Vanessa Brockwell

Her Majesty The Queen became the first monarch in British history to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee; an incredible reign of seventy years on the 6th February 2022. As a result, numerous celebrations and events have taken place throughout the year, and a four-day UK bank holiday weekend has been granted from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June.

From Trooping the Colour to street parties across the country, here is everything you need to know about the 2022 Platinum Jubilee celebratory weekend.

Money in Wedding Traditions

Posted on May 26, 2022October 8, 2024 by Vanessa Brockwell

May is the beginning of what is known as ‘peak wedding season’, which runs until October. Springtime is historically the most popular season for weddings, with wedding venues and vendors being most in-demand.

The presence of money during weddings is a much recognised tradition that takes place in many different cultures and countries. Here, we will be exploring the different monetary rituals that occur at wedding ceremonies across the globe. Read more