© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pence - Charles III Coronation; Silver Piedfort
2023 year| Silver (.925) | 16 g | 27.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GBP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 16 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#363651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned royal cypher set against a depiction of a section of the exterior of Westminster Abbey.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C R III
NJ
Unabridged legend: Carolus Rex III
Translation: King Charles III
Designer: Natasha Jenkins
Edge
Plain
Comment
Issued on 24th April 2023 to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey on 6th May 2023. Issue limit: 3,260© Royal Mint 2023
The coin was also available in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Charles III Coronation Silver Piedfort 50p coin is that it features a unique double effigy design, with both a portrait of Charles III and a depiction of St. Edward's Crown, which is used in the coronation ceremony. This design element symbolizes the transfer of power from the previous monarch to the new one and serves as a nod to the rich history and tradition of the British monarchy.
