'Flamboyant' coins for Liberty's 150th anniversary

The coin features a floral design created by Liberty

Coins celebrating 150 years of the "flamboyant style and timeless designs" of the emporium Liberty have been unveiled by the Royal Mint.

Liberty was founded in 1875 and is known for the distinctive Tudor-style architecture of its London building and its floral and paisley prints.

The brand became a hub for design and craftsmanship and is celebrated for its fashion and its decoratively patterned fabrics.

The £5 coin design includes elements from Liberty's latest collection of fabrics.

The building was constructed using timbers from HMS Hindustan and HMS Impregnable

Liberty's history

In 1875, Arthur Lasenby Liberty borrowed £2,000 from his future father-in-law and took a building on Regent Street, London.

He collected and sold ornaments and fabrics to a public enraptured by oriental fashions - and within 18 months the loan was repaid.

The Great Marlborough Street shop followed in 1924, built from the timbers of two ancient three-decker battleships - their decks now being the shop flooring.

The ships were the HMS Impregnable and the HMS Hindustan.

Princess Diana wore a Liberty print maternity outfit when expecting Prince Harry

The coins and medallion will be on display at Liberty's flagship store from 12 May to the end of July.

Rebecca Morgan, director of commemorative coin at the Royal Mint, said: "Flamboyant style, timeless designs and the finest British craftsmanship have been combined to produce a special commemorative coin to mark 150 years of Liberty.

"It has been a pleasure collaborating with Liberty to create this unique design that honours the brand's rich heritage and its bright future."