Lot #125: "Blue Wallet" set - United Kingdom Decimal Day Uncirculated 1971 Coin Set

This is the official Royal Mint Britain's First Decimal Coins Set, famously known among collectors as the "Blue Wallet" set. It was released ahead of Decimal Day on February 15, 1971, to familiarize the British public with the country's new decimal currency system. Key Details About the Set The Coins: The complete set contains 5 uncirculated coins: the ½p, 1p, and 2p (usually dated 1971), and the 5p and 10p (usually dated 1968). The 5p and 10p were introduced early to circulate alongside old shillings and florins. The Designers: The obverse (heads) features the youthful portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Arnold Machin, while the iconic reverse motifs were created by Christopher Ironside. - Item Type: Coin set - not complete - Country / Origin: United Kingdom (Great Britain) - Era / Year: Decimal Day 1971 - Coins Included: Halfpenny (1/2p), 1 pence, 2 pence - Material / Composition: Bronze / Copper (copper-coloured) - Packaging / Presentation: Original folder / sleeve (blue cover); cardboard display insert - Uncirculated coins Pickup category timeslot {A}