Mint Collection

Mint Street Workhouse, Southwark, south London
View of the entrance (right of centre) to the St Saviours Union workhouse on Mint Street, Southwark, south London. Passers-by include a man carrying a small child

OLD ENGLISH COINS
Old (pre-Decimalisation) British coins (left to right): Top - penny, half penny, threepenny bit. Bottom - half crown, two shillings, one shilling, sixpence - tails

Wrigleys Chewing Gum Ad
Wrigleys Double Mint chewing gum advertised as a beauty aid

Netherlands Amsterdam
Canal scene at the Mint

Horse Drawn Delivery Wagon at Paddington Mint Stables, c. 1910
An image of a horse drawn delivery wagon at Paddington Mint Stables, c.1910. A team of four dray horses are preparing to pull the GWR cart and deliver a range of goods carried in barrels and bundles

Japan, Imperial Mint, Osaka - Rolling Mills, Cutting Presses
Japan - The Imperial Mint at Osaka - Rolling Mills, and the Cutting-out Presses. Date: circa 1910s

Tours to Mesopotamia (Iraq) with Thomas Cook & Son
Cover illustration for Tours to Mesopotamia (Iraq) under the management of Thomas Cook & Son Ltd, showing a group of three men brewing mint tea in a Middle Eastern street scene

Mint tea, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa

Sir Robert Harley
Sir ROBERT HARLEY of Brampton Bryan, Herefordshire Statesman, master of the Mint Date: 1579 - 1656

Night View Looking Eastward on Fremont Street Heart of the Famous Casino Center in Downtown las Vegas, Nevada
Vintage postcardshowing the neon signs of Fremont Street lighting up the night sky. The Mint and the California Club are in the forefront. Vintage automobiles travel the street

John Bramahs banknote printing press.. John Bramahs banknote printing press for printing sequential serial numbers, 1806. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by J

Pots of mint tea & glasses, The Souk, Marrakech, Morocco

Royal Mint Facade
The facade of the Royal Mint

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Helen Joynson

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Mint Green 73 Imperial
Tom Windeknecht

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Tom Windeknecht

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Helen Joynson

Mint Green 73 Imperial
Tom Windeknecht

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Iris Lehnhardt

Mint Is Fun
Helen Joynson

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Helen Joynson

Mint Green 73 Imperial
Tom Windeknecht

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Iris Lehnhardt

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Mint Green 73 Imperial
Tom Windeknecht

USA, Nevada, Las Vegas, Neon casino and hotel signs illuminated at night
USA, Nevada, Las Vegas Downtown, Fremont Street before the roof was added, Neon casino and hotel signs illuminated at night

Julia Domna Silver Denarius
Silver denarius depicting Julia Domna (193-217 AD) on the obverse, facing right, with the inscription IVLIA AVGVSTA. Julia Domna was the wife of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211AD)

Julius Caesar Copper Alloy Coin
The coin features Julius Caesar (100-44 BC) with the inscription DIVOS IVLIVS on the obverse and the inscription CAESAR DIVI F on the reverse. It measures 25 mm in diameter and is a possible forgery

Queen Anne Silver Shilling, England
The obverse depicts Queen Anne (reigned 1702-1714). The reverse features merged shields, representing the union of England and Scotland

Electrotype Greek Coin from Thurium, Southern Italy
Obverse only electrotype showing Athene wearing a crested Athenian helmet on which there is Scylla with a snaky tail and a tiny griffin on the neck guard

Roman Republic Silver Denarius
The obverse features Janus, a god with two faces, looking in opposite directions (the past and the future) surrounded by the inscription M FOVRI L F. The month of January is named after Janus

Copper Alloy Pre-decimal One Penny (1d) Coin, England
The obverse bears the youthful portrait of Queen Elizabeth II (reigned 1952-) wearing a laurel wreath in her hair. The inscription ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F : D: + encircles the portrait

Queen Victoria Jubilee Head Silver Crown, England
The obverse of the silver crown features Queen Victorias Jubilee portrait, facing left and wearing the small diamond crown, commissioned by her in 1870

Silver Tetradrachm, Egypt
Silver tetradrachm featuring the diademed head of Ptomely I (305-283 BC) of Egypt, facing right, on the obverse. The reverse bears a strutting eagle with wings furled, facing left

Copper with Quartz, South Caradon Mine, St Cleer, Cornwall, England
Copper with crystalline quartz. Most Cornish copper specimens are dull, but native copper (pure copper, uncombined with any other elements) from Caradon is invariably bright

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Iris Lehnhardt

Workers using machines to punch out the blank coin, the Royal Mint, London, England 19th century, 1890 (print)
8617972 Workers using machines to punch out the blank coin, the Royal Mint, London, England 19th century, 1890 (print) by Unknown Artist

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"Mint: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step back in time to the Mint Street Workhouse, a historic landmark in Southwark, south London. Discover the secrets of old English coins that were once produced here, showcasing the rich history of currency. Travel across borders to Netherlands Amsterdam, where the scent of fresh mint fills the air. Explore its vibrant streets and indulge in refreshing mint-infused delicacies that tantalize your taste buds. Immerse yourself in nostalgia with a Wrigleys Chewing Gum ad from yesteryears. Remember those moments when chewing on a piece gum brought an instant burst of freshness and joy? Witness a bygone era as you encounter a horse-drawn delivery wagon at Paddington Mint Stables circa 1910. Marvel at how these majestic creatures played their part in transporting precious mints throughout the city. Venture further east to Japan's Imperial Mint in Osaka, where rolling mills and cutting presses shaped exquisite coins with precision craftsmanship. Experience firsthand the meticulous artistry behind every coin created. Embark on mesmerizing tours to Mesopotamia (Iraq) with Thomas Cook & Son, where ancient civilizations thrived amidst vast landscapes adorned with intricate mint designs etched into historical artifacts. Sip on soothing mint tea while immersing yourself in Marrakech's bustling souk. Let this traditional Moroccan beverage transport you to exotic lands filled with aromatic spices and warm hospitality. Uncover tales of Sir Robert Harley, whose passion for numismatics led him down paths paved with rare coins and fascinating stories waiting to be told. Discover John Bramahs' revolutionary banknote printing press that forever changed how money was made – an innovation that revolutionized economies worldwide. Indulge your senses as pots of fragrant mint tea are served alongside delicate glasses at The Souk in Marrakech, Morocco. Allow this delightful combination to awaken your spirit and rejuvenate your soul.