50 Pence - Charles III (The Snowman; Gold Proof) 2023 front 50 Pence - Charles III (The Snowman; Gold Proof) 2023 back
50 Pence - Charles III (The Snowman; Gold Proof) 2023 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

50 Pence - Charles III The Snowman; Gold Proof

2023 year
Gold (.9167) 15.5 g 27.3 mm
Description
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
References
Numista
N#383555
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Image of The Snowman with The Boy.

Script: Latin

Designer: Robin Shaw

Edge

Plain

Comment

This is the sixth time The Snowman has been celebrated on a UK coin and the first to be issued with HM King Charles III obverse. Issued as individual pieces, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel, colourised copper-nickel and silver proof. Issue Limt: 110

© The Royal Mint, 2023

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Charles III (The Snowman; Gold Proof) 2023 coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the beloved character of the Snowman from the classic children's book and animated film. The coin's design is a departure from the traditional effigy of the monarch, instead featuring a delightful illustration of the Snowman, complete with his iconic hat, scarf, and carrot nose. This unique design makes the coin a standout piece in the world of numismatics and a must-have for collectors and fans of the Snowman alike.