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What is the Royal Mint?
The Royal Mint is the official maker of UK coins, operating for over 1,100 years. While best known for circulating money, it also produces commemorative coins, like these Star Trek ones, and medals. It's a government-owned company, but operates commercially, generating revenue from sales of collectables.
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