25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Hogwarts Express; Gold Proof) 2022 front 25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Hogwarts Express; Gold Proof) 2022 back
25 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Hogwarts Express; Gold Proof) 2022 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2022

25 Pounds - Elizabeth II Hogwarts Express; Gold Proof

2022 year
Gold (.9999) 7.8 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2022
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#348847
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

An image of the Hogwarts Express, with lettering above and below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HOGWARTS EXPRESS
25 YEARS OF MAGIC

Designers: Jim Kay, Ffion Gwillim

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The second in a 4-coin set commemorating the 25th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book - The Philosopher's Stone. This coin was the last commemorative coin to bear the image of The Queen in support of His Majesty the King's ambition for a sustainable transition. This ensured minimal environmental impact as the designs, tools and packaging for these products had already been produced.

The coin was issued individually and was also struck in a variety of metals and denominations. Issue limit: 660.

© The Royal Mint, 2022

Interesting fact

The Hogwarts Express coin features an image of the iconic train that takes students from platform 9 3/4 to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter series. The coin's design includes intricate details such as the train's wheels, windows, and smoke billowing from its chimney, creating a truly magical effect.