The 2025 Steam Locomotives Coin Cover is a captivating limited-edition tribute to the dawn of the railway age, jointly issued by Royal Mail and The Royal Mint to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Locomotion No. 1's inaugural journey in 1825. This high-quality souvenir features a brilliant uncirculated £2 coin with an intricate reverse design of the historic steam locomotive chugging along tracks, accompanied by the inscription "The journey that changed the world," symbolizing its revolutionary impact on global transport and industry. Above the coin sits a stunning miniature sheet of four stamps, each vividly illustrating key moments from the Stockton & Darlington Railway—Britain's first public steam-powered line—including bustling stations, engineering marvels, and the triumphant opening day crowds.

Encased in an elegantly designed, individually numbered envelope postmarked with a special commemorative cancel, this cover blends philatelic artistry with numismatic excellence, complete with detailed historical notes on the reverse. Limited to just 10,000 editions worldwide, it's a must-have for enthusiasts of Victorian innovation, train memorabilia, or British heritage, offering a tangible piece of the industrial revolution's enduring legacy.

(17701)

SKU 17701
Barcode # 5014721164342
Brand Royal Mail

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