© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold
| Gold (.9999) | 7.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2021-2023 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#240615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Standing image of Britannia holding a trident in her right hand, with a shield bearing the Union flag and an olive branch in her left hand, security padlock, legend around.
Note: wave effect
Script: Latin
Lettering:
' BRITANNIA ' 2021 ' 1/4 oz ' 999.9 ' FINE ' GOLD '
DECUS ET TUTAMEN
NATHAN
Translation: An ornament and a safeguard
Engraver: Philip Nathan
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 2021 strike introduced four security features:
- A latent image which changes from a padlock to Britannia’s famous trident
- Surface animation bringing the background of sparkling waves to life
- Micro text gives both decoration and protection – ‘an ornament and a safeguard’
- Britannia’s shield bearing the Union Flag accented with tincture lines
The 2023 strike was issued in the autumn of 2022 after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and was only produced in a limited number.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique 5th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Jody Clark, which was first introduced in 2015. This portrait features a more mature and regal representation of the Queen, with a slightly different crown and a more detailed rendition of her necklace and earrings. This design change marked a significant shift in the depiction of the Queen on British coins, and was seen as a reflection of her long-standing reign and legacy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2022 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 1/4 oz Fine Gold) 2021-2023 coin.
