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The Royal Mint in the UK launches a new range of collectable coins celebrating The Who. To mark the launch, co-founder and lead singer of The Who, Roger Daltrey, visits The Royal Mint to strike one of the very first coins. The Royal Mint Kilo Gold Coin celebrating The Who sells for £68,380. Other versions start from £22.50.Full article:
Roger Daltrey (co-founder and lead singer of The Who) : It’s an honour to have a coin produced to celebrate The Who’s musical legacy. The coin’s design captures the true essence of the band and what we represent.
Pete Townshend (co-founder and lead guitarist of The Who) : I am delighted that the band's work is being recognised by this fantastic range of coins from The Royal Mint.
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Pete Townshend (co-founder and lead guitarist of The Who) : I am delighted that the band's work is being recognised by this fantastic range of coins from The Royal Mint.