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

5 Pounds - Charles III Merlin

2023 year
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
Year
2023
Value
5 Pounds 5 GBP = USD 6.55
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#360679
Rarity index
51%

Reverse

Merlin with an owl on his shoulder, holding a staff with the moon in the background, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MERLIN·MYTHS AND LEGENDS·2023
DL

Designer: David Lawrence

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The design was the fifth issued in the Myths & Legend series and the second in the second set within the series; the others being King Arthur and Morgan le Fay.

© The Royal Mint, 2023

The coin was also issued in a variety of metals and denominations.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Charles III (Merlin) 2023 coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing an image of Merlin, the legendary wizard and advisor to King Arthur, surrounded by intricate engravings and details. This design was created by renowned artist and designer, David Lawrence, and is exclusive to this particular coin.

Price

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

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