The Irish Origins of Halloween: A Journey Through Celtic Tradition From the carved pumpkins adorning porches to the costumed children trick-or-treating, Halloween is a time-honoured tradition that marks the onset of autumn. But have you ever wondered where these customs originated? Well, it may come as a surprise to some, but many of these...

The Life & Legacy of Brian Boru The Early Life of Brian Boru : Born as the youngest of twelve brothers, the baby known as Brian Boru would go from having no chance to sit on the throne, to uniting the entirety of Ireland and leaving a legacy of being an incredible warrior and visionary. At an early age, Brian was sent by his father to the church...

Celebrate Halloween by discovering some of Ireland’s most famous myths and legends! Since time began, mythology and Celtic legend has been a rich and fascinating part of our nation’s culture, that continues to this day to enthrall all listeners of the tales! This Halloween, take a look at some of Ireland’s greatest legends – and the famous,...

Tracing the History of The Legendary Ocean Liner In the annals of maritime history, the SS Laurentic stands as a legendary vessel that sailed the seas in the early 20th century. With a captivating tale of opulence, wartime service, and an unfortunate fate, this ocean liner has left an indelible mark on the minds of those intrigued by maritime...

"Good King Wences'las looked out, on the Feast of Stephen, When the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even." Despite only becoming a public holiday in 1871, the Feast of Stephen (Lá Fhéile Stiofáin) has been honoured in Ireland for many centuries and has incorporated some fascinating traditions, the origins of which are now lost in the...

The Dublin Mint Office are very pleased to announce the appointment of a new managing director, Christopher Wood, who will also join the Board of Directors.