5 Pence - Charles III (Gold) 2023-2024 front 5 Pence - Charles III (Gold) 2023-2024 back
5 Pence - Charles III (Gold) 2023-2024 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

5 Pence - Charles III Gold

 
Gold (.9167) 6.33 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
2023-2024
Value
5 Pence 0.05 GBP = USD 0.07
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9167)
Weight
6.33 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#382648
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Oak sprig with leaves and acorns, denomination over royal cypher design at left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
PENCE

Designer: The Royal Mint

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Released in the coronation year of King Charles III, the designs feature eight brand-new reverse designs that pay tribute to King Charles III, the four nations of the United Kingdom and the natural world.

The 2023 coins were issued in a set with an issue limit of 125.

© The Royal Mint, 2023

The 2023 coins featured a special Tudor crown privy mark.

© The Royal Mint, 2023

The design was also issued in base metal and silver proof.

 

The 2024 strike was issued in the Annual Gold Proof set with an issue limit of 25

© The Royal Mint, 2024

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pence - Charles III (Gold) 2023-2024 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design, showcasing the portrait of King Charles III, who ascended to the throne in 2022 following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with a limited mintage of only 5,000 pieces, making it a sought-after addition to any numismatic collection.