London Mint Office's Last Hurrah: A Coin of Controversy The scramble to find a buyer for the London Mint Office, the UK based producer of commemorative coins, raises more questions than answers about Britain's heritage industry.
As one of the country's leading minting companies, LMO has churned out collectible coins tied to major events and anniversaries for decades. Problems began when LMO produced Olympic themed coins in 2012.
The decision seemed savvy at the time: London was hosting the Games, and limited edition coins bearing the iconic Olympic rings would surely be a hit.