© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
5 Pounds - Charles III Henry VIII; 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 6.54 |
| 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#354759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned facing portrait of Henry VIII within beaded inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: hЄnRIC'xVIII'xDI'xGRΛ'xΛGL'xFRΛ'xZ'xhIB'xRЄX
Unabridged legend: Henricus VIII Dei Gratia Angliae Franciae Et Hiberniae Rex
Translation: Henry the Eighth by the Grace of God King of England France and Ireland
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fifth issue in a 5-year series, the British Monarchs, there will be a total of 21 monarchs, featuring iconic kings and queens from four royal houses: Tudor, Stuart, Hanover and Windsor, formerly known as Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.This release features a remastered portrait of Henry VIII that appeared on Tudor coinage; the design was struck in a variety of precious metal compositions and denominations. Issue limit: 607.
© The Royal Mint, 2022
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 5 Pounds - Charles III (Henry VIII; Silver Proof) 2023 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of King Henry VIII, the famous Tudor king who ruled England from 1509 to 1547. The coin's design is inspired by the iconic portrait of Henry VIII, which is housed in the National Portrait Gallery in London. The coin's mintage is limited to only 1,500 pieces, making it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
