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Maundy Money is distributed by the monarch as part of the Royal Maundy service, held on Maundy Thursday, the day before Good Friday. The sterling silver coins given to elderly recipients as part of this ceremony are made by The Royal Mint and are highly collectable.
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All Maundy coins struck in Queen Elizabeth II's reign feature Mary Gillick's youthful portrait of Her Majesty with the words '+ ELIZABETH · II · DEI · GRATIA · REGINA · F: D:' around.
The reverse of 1990 Maundy Money coins features a classic crown and wreath design, originally created by Jean Baptiste Merlen. A central number divides the date, surmounted by a royal crown and encircled by oak leaves.
In 1990, Royal Maundy was distributed at Newcastle Cathedral in Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. Elizabeth II attended the service in person and distributed Maundy coins to recipients.
Maundy sets, including this 1990 example, are sought-after by collectors who look for complete 4-coin sets in excellent condition.
