© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II Alice Through the Looking Glass; Gold Proof
2021 year| 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 |
| Year | 2021 |
| 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#299373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Image of Alice, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, legend below
Script: Latin
Lettering: THROUGH THE LOOKING-GLASS
Engraver: Ffion Gwillim
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The second of 2 coins celebrating Lewis Carroll's famous book Through the Looking Glass, the coin was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals including copper-nickel, colourised copper-nickel, silver proof and colourised silver proof. Issue Limit: 510© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Alice Through the Looking Glass; Gold Proof coin is that it features a unique reverse design that takes inspiration from Lewis Carroll's beloved story. The coin's reverse depicts a stylized image of Alice herself, surrounded by characters and symbols from the story, all set against a intricate background that resembles a game board. This design was created by acclaimed artist and designer, John Tenniel, who is known for his iconic illustrations of the Alice in Wonderland stories. This coin is a special tribute to Carroll's timeless tale and is sure to delight collectors and fans of the story alike.
