Alet Viegas
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Breaking: Pink Floyd Gets Royal Mint’s First-Ever Commemorative Coin

The UK Royal Mint debuts its first-ever commemorative coin honoring Pink Floyd, featuring the iconic *Dark Side of the Moon* rainbow prism design on the obverse and King Charles III’s effigy on the reverse. Issued in multiple editions, the £5 coin celebrates the band’s global cultural impact. Pink Floyd, pioneers of progressive rock, remain among music’s most influential acts—this honor marks a historic nod to their legacy.

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Breaking: Pink Floyd Gets Royal Mint’s First-Ever Commemorative Coin
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