100 Pounds - Charles III (George Michael; Gold Proof) 2024 front 100 Pounds - Charles III (George Michael; Gold Proof) 2024 back
100 Pounds - Charles III (George Michael; Gold Proof) 2024 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2024

100 Pounds - Charles III George Michael; Gold Proof

2024 year
Gold (.9999) 31.21 g 32.69 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2024
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
References
Numista
N#404018
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Image of George Michael with guitar strings in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GEORGE
MICHAEL
SD

Designer: Sandra Deiana

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued as part of the Music Legends series, this coin was also struck in coloured copper-nickel, silver and gold. Issue limit: 310

©The Royal Mint, 2024

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a portrait of King Charles III, who was previously known as Prince Charles, and was designed by sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley. The coin was issued as a tribute to the life and legacy of George Michael, a British singer-songwriter who passed away in 2016. The coin's design incorporates elements of Michael's music and style, including a depiction of his iconic leather jacket and sunglasses. The coin's gold proof finish adds an extra layer of elegance and sophistication to the design, making it a truly unique and special collector's item.