© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
5 Pounds - Charles III R2D2 and C3PO; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 62.42 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 | 62.42 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#371440 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
R2-D2 and C-3PO with hologram-like feature above and lettering below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STAR
WARS
© & ™ Lucasfilm Ltd.
Designer: Lucasfilm Ltd.
Edge
Reeded
Comment
A licensed product released in collaboration with Disney and Lucasfilm to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™ with The Royal Mint’s very first Star Wars coin, featuring arguably the most famous robotic pairing in cinematic history, R2-D2™ and C-3PO™. The Droid coin includes a special lenticular feature depicting both Tatooine and the Rebel Alliance ‘Starbird’ logo.This coin was the first in a 4-coin set which was issued individually. The design was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals. Issue limit: 760.
© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines the iconic characters of R2D2 and C3PO from the Star Wars franchise with the portrait of King Charles III, creating a unique mashup of pop culture and royalty.
