© The Royal Mint, 2024
© The Royal Mint, 2024
25 Pounds - Charles III Tudor Dragon; 1/4oz Fine Gold
2024 year| Gold (.9999) | 7.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2024 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#431404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tudor Dragon seated, holding a portcullis shield, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUDOR DRAGON · 1/4oz FINE GOLD· 999.9
DL
· 2024 ·
Designer: David Lawrence
Edge
Reeded
Script: Latin
Comment
This is the Sixth in the Tudor Beasts series, there are a total of ten beasts representing the statues that stand in Hampton Court Palace.
This David Lawrence reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metals compositions and denominations.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design of the Tudor Dragon, which is a symbol of the House of Tudor, a royal house that ruled England and its territories from 1485 to 1603. The dragon is depicted on the coin with intricate details and is surrounded by a decorative border, making it a standout piece in the world of numismatics.
