Mary Poppins 50p Cupro-Nickel 2025

The Mary Poppins 50p Copper-Nickel 2025 coin was created in honor of one of the most beloved characters in children's literature – Mary Poppins. This character, created by Australian author P.L. Travers, first appeared in the book Mary Poppins published in 1934. The story of the enchanting nanny who arrives at Cherry Tree Lane to take care of the Banks children has delighted young readers worldwide for nine decades.

The coin was minted from a copper and nickel alloy, weighs 8 grams, and has a diameter of 27.30 mm. This piece, produced by the renowned Royal Mint, has an unlimited mintage. The coin is guaranteed by the government of the United Kingdom, which confirms its legality, purity of the metal used, and origin. It is legal tender in the issuer's country.

Obverse features the likeness of King Charles III of the United Kingdom, designed by Martin Jennings, as well as the coin's denomination and year of issue.

Reverse depicts an original illustration by Mary Shepard, taken from the first Mary Poppins book. This design celebrates the literary heritage of P.L. Travers and her work. The coin bears the inscriptions "MARY POPPINS." The coin was designed by Emma Noble.