50 Pence - Charles III (Anthem - God Save the King; Silver Proof) 2023 front 50 Pence - Charles III (Anthem - God Save the King; Silver Proof) 2023 back
50 Pence - Charles III (Anthem - God Save the King; Silver Proof) 2023 photo
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50 Pence - Charles III Anthem - God Save the King; Silver Proof

2023 year
Silver (.925) 8 g 27.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
King
Charles III (2022-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
50 Pence 0.50 IMP = USD 0.65
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27.3 mm
Shape
Heptagonal (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#361925
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Fragment of National anthem on right, two royal beasts (lion and unicorn) on left.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
God Save The King
50p

Engraver: Tom Meek

Edge

Plain

Comment

The coin with first words of British national anthem was issued in silver proof in individual packaging (mintage 995):


Coin was also issued in set of five coins (mintage 725 sets):


Additional issue dated 6th May 2023 is in PNC with datestamp from the Coronation day (100 coin covers):


This makes the total mintage at least 1820 pieces (if no further releases).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Charles III, the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, surrounded by the inscription "God Save the King" in a circular pattern. This design is a departure from the traditional effigy of the monarch that appears on most coins, and it was specifically created for this commemorative issue to celebrate the monarch's long reign and service to the nation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  1820 - - - - - -

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