© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pence - Charles III NHS 75th Anniversary; 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#351628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription surrounded by words describing qualities associated with the NHS.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GRATITUDE
DEDICATION PRIDE
CARE NATIONAL KIND
DIGNITY HEALTH HOPE
RESPECT SERVICE LIFE
EMPATHY 75 SUPPORT
COMPASSION DUTY
KNOWLEDGE
AL
Designer: Alice Lediard
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was issued individually (issue limit 250) and as part of the 2023 Annual Commemorative Gold Proof set (issue limit 150). The design was also struck in bimetallic copper-nickel & nickel brass, silver proof and silver piedfort. Total issue limit: 410.© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Charles III (NHS 75th Anniversary; Gold Proof) 2023 from United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the National Health Service (NHS). The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Charles III, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a nurse and the words "NHS 75th Anniversary" in bold lettering. The coin's gold composition and limited mintage make it a highly collectible item for coin enthusiasts and fans of the British royal family.
