The Royal Mint Puzzle Book

This really is a whole lot of fun, a puzzle book, published by Harper Collins on behalf of the Royal Mint, that is geared up just for coin collectors (and anyone who likes puzzles too!). Compiled by the brains behind the bestselling Bletchley Park Brainteasers, the 125 puzzles are devised to test your knowledge and problem-solving skills as you journey through centuries of coinage. There are cryptic codes inspired by legendary mints, crosswords fit for a royal court, and ancient riddles hidden in plain sight. There's plenty of facts and stories included too - from the size of the world's largest gold coin, the origins of the penny, the first monarch to appear in our pockets and how money shows up in superstitions and Shakespeare. Price: £16.99 plus p&p.