Coins & Medals

The numismatics collection features coins, tokens and commemorative medals representing Northampton, Northamptonshire and the wider world. The collection includes examples of most currency types found in Britain from 1000-1960. Within the collection are specific collections of local collectors. Within this collection include Iron Age staters or early coins, from local tribes and a group of coins from Northampton Mint provide a glimpse into past currency. Hoards such as include those from Sibbertoft buried before The Battle of Naseby, a decisive battle in the English Civil War. Tokens dating from 1700-1950, represent the development of the town following the Great Fire of Northampton in 1675 when local businesses became established enough to create their own tokens. The medal collection comprises of commemorative medals with national and international significance. Dating from 1850-2000, they commemorate local sports, businesses, societies and historical events as well as various national and international events. The collection is open to donations and is governed by a policy, which helps to ensure that the collection is relevant to visitors.

Where to see the coin and medal collection
Some coins are on display in History of Northampton Gallery 1 at Northampton Museum an Art Gallery.