© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
200 Pounds - Charles III Coronation; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.9999) | 62.42 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 200 Pounds 200 GBP = USD 262 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 62.42 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#363808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned Royal Arms dividing royal cyphers surrounded by national flower emblems, legend and date around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· THE CORONATION OF KING CHARLES III 6 MAY 2023 ·
HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE
Translation: Shame on he who thinks evil of it
Designer: John Bergdahl
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey on 6th May 2023. Issue Limit: 306
© The Royal Mint, 2023
A matt trial piece was offered for sale via The Royal Mint; however, it is unknown if the strike was issued for general sale.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
This design was also struck in several sizes and denominations in silver proof and gold proof.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 200 Pounds - Charles III (Coronation; Gold Proof) 2023 coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a crowned effigy of King Charles III, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves, symbolizing strength and longevity. The design was created by sculptor and engraver, Jody Clark, who is known for his work on various British coins, including the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II that appears on the obverse of this coin.
