© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
5 Pounds - Charles III Albus Dumbledore; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 62.86 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.86 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#357014 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
An image of Albus Dumbledore, with inscription around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALBUS DUMBLEDORE
25 YEARS OF MAGIC
Designers: Jim Kay, Ffion Gwillim
Edge
Milled
Comment
The third in a 4-coin set commemorating the 25th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book - The Philosopher's Stone. This strike was issued with the portrait of Charles III making the series one of a few which had a change of portrait.The coin was issued individually and was also struck in a variety of metals and denominations. Issue limit: 510
© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Albus Dumbledore, a beloved character from J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, on the obverse side. This is a unique departure from the traditional depiction of royalty or historical figures on British coins, and was designed to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter book's publication.
