© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
2 Pounds - Charles III Albus Dumbledore; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 31.21 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.21 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#357013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
An image of Albus Dumbledore, with inscription around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALBUS DUMBLEDORE
25 YEARS OF MAGIC
Designers: Jim Kay, Ffion Gwillim
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Script: Latin
Lettering: NITWIT! BLUBBER! ODDMENT! TWEAK!
Comment
The third in a 4-coin set commemorating the 25th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book - The Philosopher's Stone. This strike was issued with the portrait of Charles III making the series one of a few which had a change of portrait.The coin was issued individually and was also struck in a variety of metals and denominations. Issue limit: 5,010
© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
The 2023 Silver Proof 2 Pounds coin featuring Albus Dumbledore, also known as the "Charles III" coin, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's obverse, or front side, features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, as is customary for British coins. However, the reverse, or back side, features a portrait of Albus Dumbledore, the beloved headmaster from J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, instead of the usual image of Charles III. This is a departure from the traditional design of British coins, which typically feature images of British monarchs or other historical figures. The inclusion of a fictional character like Dumbledore is a nod to the coin's thematic focus on literature and the arts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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