Discover, collect and manage
British colonial coinage
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A brand new app, launched 17th November 2025. Updated almost daily as we expand the catalogue.
If you've just found Colonial Coinage, you're one of the early visitors, and your questions and feedback are hugely appreciated.
From 'What is that cool coin?' to 'I need them all!'
Coins from distant places and odd denominations, but still strangely familiar. If you've ever looked at an old British coin and thought, “I'd love to collect interesting coins, but where do I start?”
Colonial Coinage is where you start.
A smarter way to collect
Colonial Coinage records your coins, photos, grades and notes, then goes further.
Meridian, the in-app collector, compares what you’ve recorded with the full catalogue, finds strengths and gaps, and suggests where to focus next.
From Alwar to New Zealand – A clear, well-defined scope
The app covers coins issued under British authority from the early 1700s through to the end of British rule or decimalisation in each territory.
Each coin is tagged by territory and rarity, giving you a finite, well-defined list so you can plan realistic targets and build sets within your budget.
Historical context, coin by coin
Each catalogue entry includes its own Historical Context section, researched and written specifically for Colonial Coinage.
The app goes beyond dates and general specifications. It explains why each coin was issued and how it was used, so you can see the nuance behind the pieces in your collection.
1400+
Coin varieties listed
52
British territories covered
23
Issuing authorities covered
⚖️ Awareness and approach
Colonial Coinage documents coinage issued under British authority as historical artefacts, not as a celebration of empire. Context matters, especially for material linked to colonial rule, so coins are presented plainly, without nostalgia or glorification.
Historical notes are written specifically for Colonial Coinage, using recognised references and archival sources, and aim to record coins and issuing authorities clearly so you can study the past with accuracy and care.