1 Pound - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Gold) 2023 front 1 Pound - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Gold) 2023 back
1 Pound - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Gold) 2023 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

1 Pound - Charles III 1/20 oz Fine Gold

2023 year
Gold (.9999) 1.58 g 12 mm
Description
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
Gold (.9999)
Weight
1.58 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#358768
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The figure of Britannia driving a chariot pulled by seahorses, legend around, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA · 1/20 OZ 999.9 · FINE GOLD
J.O
2023

Engraver: Jonathan Olliffe

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued in the 6-coin set (Issue Limit: 175)

© The Royal Mint, 2023

 

A reverse frosted trial piece was offered for sale via The Royal Mint; however, it is unknown if the strike was issued for general sale.

© The Royal Mint, 2023

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Gold) 2023 coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of King Charles III, who ascended to the throne in 2022 following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is one of the first coins to bear his image, making it a significant collector's item for numismatists and royal family enthusiasts.