© The Royal Mint, 2024
© The Royal Mint, 2024
10 Pounds - Charles III Tudor Dragon; Silver Piedfort
2024 year| Silver (.999) | 312.59 g | 65 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2024 |
| Value | 10 Pounds 10 GBP = USD 13 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 312.59 g |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#401700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tudor Dragon seated, holding a portcullis shield, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUDOR DRAGON
DL
2024
Designer: David Lawrence
Edge
Reeded
Script: Latin
Comment
This is the Sixth in the Tudor Beasts series, there are a total of ten beasts representing the statues that stand in Hampton Court Palace.
This David Lawrence reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metals compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 81.
© The Royal Mint, 2024
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Charles III (Tudor Dragon; Silver Piedfort) 2024 coin is that it features a unique design that blends historical and mythical elements. The Tudor Dragon, which is depicted on the coin's reverse, is a symbol of the Tudor dynasty, which ruled England from 1485 to 1603. The dragon is shown holding a shield with the coat of arms of the United Kingdom, adding a touch of modernity to the design. The use of a mythical creature like the dragon adds a sense of wonder and fantasy to the coin, making it stand out from other coins in the series.
