© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
1 Pound - Charles III 1/2 oz Fine Silver
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 15.71 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GBP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15.71 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#358644 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
The figure of Britannia driving a chariot pulled by seahorses, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA · 1/2 OZ 999 · FINE SILVER
J.O
2023
Engraver: Jonathan Olliffe
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available in the 6-coin Silver Britannia Proof Set for 2023 with an issue limit of 950 sets.© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features an image of King Charles III, who is depicted wearing a crown and facing towards the right side of the coin. This is significant because it marks a departure from the traditional depiction of British monarchs on coins, which typically show the monarch facing towards the left. The change in direction is meant to symbolize a new era in British history and the beginning of a new chapter in the reign of King Charles III.
