© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
5 Pounds - Charles III Mary Seacole
2023 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 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 | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#381584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Depiction of Mary Seacole with the Union Flag in the background, legend left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARY
SEACOLE
SD
Engraver: Sandra Deiana
Edge
Plain with incuse lettering
Lettering: · THE ONE WHO NURSED HER SICK
Comment
Issued individually, the coin celebrated the life of Mary Seacole, a British/Jamaican nurse who specialised in homeopathic medicine during the 1800s. The coin was also issued in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
The 5 Pounds - Charles III (Mary Seacole) 2023 coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design that commemorates the life and work of Mary Seacole, a Jamaican-Scottish nurse and entrepreneur who is best known for her contributions to the Crimean War effort. The coin's design depicts Mary Seacole in a traditional Jamaican headdress and dress, surrounded by symbols of her work in the medical field. This coin is a special issue to honor the 150th anniversary of Mary Seacole's death and is a rare and valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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