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LLANTRISANT, WalesMay 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — More than half a century after Pink Floyd emerged from London’s underground music scene to reshape modern music, The Royal Mint today unveils an official UK commemorative coin honoring the band’s extraordinary and enduring musical legacy.
The Royal Mint’s official Pink Floyd commemorative coin, featuring iconic prism design from The Dark Side of the Moon on the reverse and His Majesty The King’s portrait on the obverse. Available from 14 May 2026,the coin celebrates more than half a century of Pink Floyd’s extraordinary and enduring legacy.
The reverse design of the coin, created by Henry Gray, places the iconic prism from *The Dark Side of the Moon* at its core. This is one of the most recognizable images in music history, symbolizing the band’s visionary approach to art, musical composition, and experimental exploration. Select editions of the coin will also feature a rainbow prism effect, bringing this iconic design to life with vibrant color. The iconic sleeve, featuring the prism spectrum, was designed by Storm Thorgerson of Hipgnosis and illustrated by George Hardie. *The Dark Side of the Moon* has sold over 50 million copies worldwide.
Pink Floyd joins the lineup of British music icons honored in The Royal Mint’s *Music Legends* series, which includes David Bowie, George Michael, Shirley Bassey, Paul McCartney, and Freddie Mercury. The series has been sold to 108 countries worldwide, with collectors and fans purchasing nearly half a million coins.
Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, said: “Pink Floyd is a rare band whose music and imagery transcend generations. The moment you see this coin, you instantly recognize who it pays tribute to. This iconic prism is instantly recognizable to fans around the world. Henry Gray has brought it to life with exceptional skill and detail, worthy of the band’s stature. Their impact on music, art, and culture is immeasurable. We are incredibly proud to permanently preserve this legacy through minting.”
In addition to the commemorative coin, The Royal Mint is also launching limited-edition, exclusive guitar picks for Pink Floyd fans, available in gold, silver, and deep chrome finishes. Designed by Royal Mint designer Daniel Thorne, these picks are instantly evocative of Pink Floyd through their clear connection to the iconic album *The Dark Side of the Moon*. This guitar pick holds a special place in the band’s history, perfectly exemplified in David Gilmour’s legendary solo on *On Time*—one of the most acclaimed segments on the album and an iconic moment in rock history—making it an ideal element to honor Pink Floyd’s enduring musical legacy.
Pink Floyd was formed in London in 1965 by Syd Barrett, Roger Waters, Nick Mason, and Richard Wright, with David Gilmour joining in 1968. Since then, Pink Floyd not only pioneered the progressive rock genre but also produced some of the most celebrated albums of all time. *The Dark Side of the Moon* (1973), *Wish You Were Here* (1975), *Animals* (1977), and *The Wall* (1979) cemented their status as one of the most innovative and influential bands in history. For more than five decades, their music continues to captivate new generations of fans around the world.
The Pink Floyd commemorative coin will go on sale at 9:00 AM on May 14, 2026, with a starting price of £18.50. For more information and to purchase, visit www.royalmint.com/pinkfloyd