© Westminster Collection
© Westminster Collection
5 Pounds - Charles III Christopher Wren; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.9999) (with selective gold plating) | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) (with selective gold plating) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#375278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Compilation of the most famous buildings designed by Wren (gold plated): St Paul's Cathedral, Kensington Palace, Temple Bar, Royal Observatory, Greenwich, Old Royal Naval College, Marlborough House, Monument to the Great Fire of London, Hampton Court Palace, Royal Hospital Chelsea and St Vedast
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN
£5
Engraver: Rudolf Farkas
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Pounds - Charles III (Christopher Wren; Gold Proof) 2023 from Guernsey is that it features a unique selective gold plating technique, where only certain elements of the design are plated with gold, creating a striking contrast between the gold and silver parts of the coin. This adds an extra layer of depth and visual interest to the coin's design, making it a truly special collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Charles III (Christopher Wren; Gold Proof) 2023 coin.
