# Realistic Fantasy Coins These Coins are Based on Lord of the Rings and are Made from Real Metal By David Ingram | Published 2015-11-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantasy-coins References: [thisiswhyimbroke](http://www.thisiswhyimbroke.com/lord-of-the-rings-licensed-coins) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1717678842/licensed-coins-from-the-lord-of-the-rings-tm-and-t/description) This multi-set of fantasy coins is officially licensed and based on the fictional world of 'Middle-Earth' created by author J. R. R. Tolkien. Designed and minted by [Shire Post Mint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shire), this set of whimsical fantasy coins is based on locations found in the novels 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit.' Available in multiple sets, these hand-crafted coins are made with antique machinery to look like real life tender, and are made from actual metals like silver, copper and brass. The Shire Post Mint is a family-run coin mint is based out of Arkansas, USA, and has previously released coins based upon the world of 'Game of Thrones.' These pieces of fantasy tender make great [collectors items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-1-innovation-coins) for enthusiasts of 'Lord of the Rings' and are also an impressive displays of fan service. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Fantasy Collectibles:** Creating collectible items based on popular fantasy franchises presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the collectibles market. - **Realistic Prop Replicas:** The production of realistic coin prop replicas presents an opportunity for innovation in prop replica production and collectors markets. - **Novelty Coins:** Novelty coins based on fictional worlds opens opportunities for innovation in souvenir manufacturing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry stands to benefit from producing more compelling and functional products based on popular franchises. - **Prop Replica Manufacturing:** Creating realistic prop replicas can benefit prop replica manufacturing for cosplay and collectibles enthusiasts alike. - **Souvenir Manufacturing:** Manufacturing novelty coins based on fictional worlds presents an innovative opportunity for the souvenir manufacturing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [British Author-Honoring UK Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jrr-tolkien.md) - [Collectible Sci-Fi Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-coins.md) - [Exclusive Wizard-Themed Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizardthemed-coin-collection.md) - [Wizard-Inspired Coin Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-royal-mint.md) - [Fantasy-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lord-of-the-rings-lego-set.md) - [Fantasy Series Building Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shire-set.md) - [Limited-Edition Fantasy-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lord-of-the-rings-keyboard.md) - [Mini Fantasy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniverse-make-it-mini-potions.md) - [Epic Fantasy Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ringwraith-keyboard.md)