© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pence - Charles III Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine; Gold Proof
2023 year| Gold (.9167) | 15.5 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 | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.3 mm |
| Shape | Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#378648 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine with hologram-like feature above and lettering below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STAR WARS
© & ™ Lucasfilm Ltd.
Designer: Lucasfilm Ltd
Edge
Plain
Comment
The second product released in collaboration with Disney and Lucasfilm to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™. The coin includes a special lenticular feature depicting both the insignia of the Galactic Empire and an icon representing the Death Star. Issue limit: 210.© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that combines the likenesses of two iconic characters from the Star Wars franchise, Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine, with the portrait of Charles III, the current monarch of the United Kingdom. This coin is a rare and collectible item that is sure to be a hit among fans of both the royal family and the Star Wars franchise.
