The British Numismatic Society

The Society is established for the benefit of the public through the encouragement and promotion of numismatic science, and particularly through the study of the coins, medals and tokens of the peoples of the British Isles and Commonwealth and the United States of America, and of such territories as may at any time be, or have been, subject to their jurisdiction.

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Activities & Mission

Grants

The British Numismatic Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to: individuals
Total spending (2025): £49,711; Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps: the general public
What it supports: education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and amateur sport

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£59,367

Latest Expenditure

£49,711

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 83.7%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£59,367	£49,711	0 / 0
2024	£55,476	£68,561	0 / 0
2023	£73,626	£71,536	0 / 0
2022	£261,390	£64,852	0 / 0
2021	£35,993	£22,430	0 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The British Numismatic Society

What does The British Numismatic Society do?

How much income did The British Numismatic Society report in 2025?

The British Numismatic Society reported total income of £59k and reported expenditure of £50k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The British Numismatic Society registered as a charity?

The British Numismatic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 May 1979 as charity number 275906. It has been registered for 47 years.

Who runs The British Numismatic Society?

The British Numismatic Society is governed by a board of 20 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The British Numismatic Society operate?

The British Numismatic Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The British Numismatic Society a registered charity?

Yes — The British Numismatic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275906.