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Royal Mint releases Dennis the Menace coin

Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated Feb 19, 2026

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10
Attention
1
Articles
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Market Impact
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Market Impact

The release of the Dennis the Menace 50p coin by The United Kingdom — Royal Mint, in collaboration with Jio Platforms, creates a new collectible item. This event directly impacts the collectibles market and provides promotional value for Jio Platforms and its parent company Rob Thomson.

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Event Summary

The United Kingdom — Royal Mint, in collaboration with Jio Platforms, has released a new 50p coin featuring Dennis the Menace and his dog Gnasher. This commemorative coin celebrates 75 years since Dennis the Menace first appeared in Beano issue 452 on March 17, 1951. The coins are available for purchase from The United Kingdom — Royal Mint's website starting February 19, 2026, with prices beginning at £15 for an uncirculated coin and £25 for color versions. Visitors to The United Kingdom — Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant, South Wales, will also have the opportunity to strike their own Dennis the Menace 50p coin from February 26. Becky Morgan (politician) of The United Kingdom — Royal Mint and Rob Glenny of Jio Platforms expressed excitement about the coin, highlighting its capture of Dennis the Menace's mischievous spirit and its appeal to fans across generations. Beano, published by Rob Thomson since 1938, is Britain's longest-running weekly comic.

Entities Involved
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Dennis the Menace
Dennis the Menace is the subject of the new 50p coin, celebrating 75 years since his first appearance in Beano. The character's popularity drives the collectible value of the coin.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 0.0
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United Kingdom — Royal Mint
The United Kingdom — Royal Mint collaborated with Jio Platforms to release a new 50p coin featuring Dennis the Menace and Gnasher, celebrating 75 years of the character. They are selling the coins and offering an experience to mint them.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Gnasher
Gnasher, Dennis the Menace's dog, is featured alongside Dennis on the new 50p coin, highlighting their iconic partnership.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Rob Thomson
Rob Thomson is the publisher of Beano, which features Dennis the Menace. The new coin release indirectly celebrates the legacy of Rob Thomson's publication.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 5.0
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Becky Morgan (politician)
Becky Morgan (politician), director of commemorative coin at The United Kingdom — Royal Mint, provided quotes expressing enthusiasm for the new coin and its significance.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Rob Glenny
Rob Glenny, executive director of growth and new product development at Jio Platforms, commented on the excitement of Dennis the Menace appearing on a coin.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Jio Platforms
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
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United Kingdom
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
Relationships
United Kingdom — Royal Mint related ↔ United Kingdom
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