10 Pence - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Silver) 2023 front 10 Pence - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Silver) 2023 back
10 Pence - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Silver) 2023 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

10 Pence - Charles III 1/20 oz Fine Silver

2023 year
Silver (.999) 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
10 Pence 0.10 GBP = USD 0.13
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
1.58 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#358641
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA · 1/20 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, 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 10 Pence - Charles III (1/20 oz Fine Silver) 2023 coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the reign of King Charles III, who ascended to the throne in 2023 following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's design includes an effigy of King Charles III, along with the inscription "Charles III Dei Gratia Rex" (Charles III, by the grace of God, King), and the year of issue, 2023. This coin is a rare and collectible item, with a limited mintage of only 5,000 coins, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.