© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pence - Charles III Coronation; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.925) | 8 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 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#363650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
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: 14,910© Royal Mint 2023
The coin was also available in copper-nickel, silver piedfort and gold proof.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Charles III (Coronation; Silver Proof) 50p coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing an effigy of His Majesty King Charles III, created by sculptor Martin Jennings. This is the first time that a British monarch has been depicted on a coin since the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022. The coin's design also includes the inscription "Crowned and Anointed" to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pence - Charles III (Coronation; Silver Proof) 2023 coin.
