© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
100 Pounds - Charles III George II; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.999) | 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 (.999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 32.69 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#377021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Young laureate portrait of King George II left, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GEORGIVS • II • DEI • GRATIA •
Translation: George the Second by the Grace of God
Engraver: John Croker
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The eighth issue in a 5-year series, the British Monarchs, there will be a total of 21 monarchs, featuring iconic kings and queens from four royal houses: Tudor, Stuart, Hanover and Windsor, formerly known as Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.This release features a remastered portrait of George II that appeared on Hanoverian coinage; the design was struck in a variety of precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 261.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique double effigy design, with both King Charles III and his predecessor King George II appearing on the same coin. This is a nod to the fact that King Charles III ascended to the throne following the death of his father, King George II, in 2023. The double effigy design is a first for a British coin and adds an extra layer of collectibility and interest to the coin.
