5 Pounds - Charles III (Celtic Cross) 2023-2024 front 5 Pounds - Charles III (Celtic Cross) 2023-2024 back
5 Pounds - Charles III (Celtic Cross) 2023-2024 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

5 Pounds - Charles III Celtic Cross

 
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 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 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.54
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#362150
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

A Celtic cross charged at the centre with an annulet, therein a Pimpernel flower and overall an ancient Torque, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FIVE POUNDS

Designer: Norman Sillman

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The coin was issued individually in 2023 and only available at the Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant. Issue Limit 7,500

The base metal proof was released again in 2024 as an exclusive from the Royal Mint Experience. Issue Limit: 7,500


 

Interesting fact

The Celtic Cross design on the 5 Pounds - Charles III (Celtic Cross) 2023-2024 coin is inspired by the ancient Celtic crosses found in the British Isles, which were symbolic of the intersection of Christianity and Celtic culture. The design features a intricate knotwork pattern and a circle in the center, which represents the connection between the celestial and the earthly realms.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  - - - - - -

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