25 Pounds - Charles III (1/4 oz Fine Gold) 2023 front 25 Pounds - Charles III (1/4 oz Fine Gold) 2023 back
25 Pounds - Charles III (1/4 oz Fine Gold) 2023 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

25 Pounds - Charles III 1/4 oz Fine Gold

2023 year
Gold (.9999) 7.8 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
25 Pounds 25 GBP = USD 33
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
7.8 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#358764
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The figure of Britannia driving a chariot pulled by seahorses, legend around, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA · 1/4 OZ 999.9 · FINE GOLD
J.O
2023

Engraver: Jonathan Olliffe

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued individually (Issue Limit: 970), in the 3-coin Premium set (Issue limit: 150) and the 6-coin set (Issue Limit: 175)
Issue limit 1,345.

© The Royal Mint, 2023

 

A reverse frosted 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

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 25 Pounds - Charles III (1/4 oz Fine Gold) 2023 coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of King Charles III, who is depicted wearing the St. Edward's Crown, which is a symbol of his royal authority. The coin's design also includes the inscription "CHARLES III • D • G • REX • F • D" which stands for "Charles III, by the grace of God, King of the United Kingdom, Defender of the Faith." This coin is a special edition, as it is the first coin to feature King Charles III as the monarch, making it a collector's item for coin enthusiasts and royal family fans.