§ Mr. Wheelerasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if Her Majesty's Government have any plans to issue a special coin to celebrate the Royal Wedding of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer.
§ Sir Geoffrey HoweThe Queen has been graciously pleased to approve the Master of the Mint's recommendation that a special crown piece be issued. There will be three versions, one of ordinary standard struck in cupronickel and issued at a face value of 25p, another of uncirculated standard in cupronickel in a presentation pack and the third version of "proof' standard specially struck in sterling silver. The latter two versions will be sold at a premium over face value to collectors.