The Royal Mint has unveiled a new 50p coin to celebrate 75 years of Dennis the Menace.
Dundee-based DC Thomson first introduced the spiky-haired trouble-maker into the Beano in March 1951 and he’s been creating mischief ever since.
“Dennis the Menace is a true British icon who has been causing mayhem and bringing joy to readers for 75 remarkable years. There’s something wonderfully fitting about this legendary mischief-maker finally making his mark on a collectible 50p and I’m sure Dennis himself would see it as his greatest prank yet,” said Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint.
“This coin captures everything we love about him, that unmistakable mischievous grin, his furry pal Gnasher by his side and that irresistible spirit of rebellion that has made him a favourite across generations. We’re incredibly proud to bring Dennis to life in this way, and we know this coin will be treasured by Beano fans young and old.”
The collectible coin has been created in collaboration with Beano, featuring Dennis in his striped jumper alongside his loyal, sausage-obsessed companion, Gnasher.
A selection of coins will feature colour printing.
“Dennis has always had a knack for turning up where you least expect him, and we’re very excited that he has now landed on a 50p coin,” added Rob Glenny, Executive Director of Growth and New Product Development.
“With Gnasher by his side, this coin captures the unmistakable spark that has kept Dennis at the heart of childhood for generations. To see that mischief officially minted is a brilliant way to mark 75 years of laughs, pranks and unleashed imagination.”
Beano is Britain’s longest-running weekly comic, first published by DC Thomson on 30th July 1938.
