Stonehenge is an inspired choice for S: a ring of standing stones that needs little introduction. On this 10p, their familiar shape gives collectors a pocket-sized reminder of the Wiltshire landmark.
Thousands of years behind one design
A circular earthwork was built at Stonehenge around 3000 BC. The huge sarsen stones and smaller bluestones followed around 2500 BC. Stonehenge joined the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1986.
That long history gives S a different character from the alphabet's modern inventions and everyday objects. It is a particularly appealing choice if you enjoy archaeology or British landmarks.
Choose your year
The Stonehenge design appears in both dated alphabets. The circulation mintages are:
- 2018: 220,000.
- 2019: 84,000.
For a dated album, choose the year printed on its page; both coins show the same Stonehenge design. The lower 2019 figure refers to coins issued for circulation, not every collector coin made. Our guide to circulation and collector mintages explains the distinction.
A collection of British landmarks
Pair S with A: Angel of the North for two very different landmarks. The Houses of Parliament 10p adds a parliamentary emblem to the group. Three letters make an interesting small collection before you decide whether to build the whole alphabet.
Bring Stonehenge into your collection
S works as a souvenir of a visit, a gift for a history enthusiast or your next album addition. Postage to the UK is £2.85 per order by Royal Mail Tracked 48, whether you choose one coin or several.
Choose your 2018 S Stonehenge 10p or 2019 S Stonehenge 10p. Both Stonehenge dates are offered in Uncirculated condition.