© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
100 Pounds - Charles III Dame Shirley Bassey; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.9999) | 31.21 g | 32.69 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 100 Pounds 100 GBP = USD 131 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 32.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#370159 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Silhouette of Dame Shirley Bassey, legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DAME SHIRLEY BASSEY
MOONRAKER
GOLDFINGER
DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER
SA
Designer: Sue Aperghis
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The sixth Issued as part of the Music Legends series, the coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including colourised copper-nickel, colourised silver proof, silver proof and gold proof. Issue limit: 160© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Dame Shirley Bassey, a renowned Welsh singer, on the reverse side. This design was created to commemorate her contributions to the world of music and entertainment. The coin's obverse side features an effigy of King Charles III, adding to its collectibility and historical significance.
