© The Royal Mint, 2023
© The Royal Mint, 2023
50 Pounds - Charles III 1/2 oz Fine Gold
2023 year| Gold (.9999) | 15.6 g | 27 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 Pounds 50 GBP = USD 65 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 15.6 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#358766 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The figure of Britannia driving a chariot pulled by seahorses, legend around, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA · 1/2 OZ 999.9 · FINE GOLD
J.O
2023
Engraver: Jonathan Olliffe
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Issued in the 3-coin Premium set (Issue limit: 150) and the 6-coin set (Issue Limit: 175)© The Royal Mint, 2023
Interesting fact
The 50 Pounds - Charles III (1/2 oz Fine Gold) 2023 coin from the United Kingdom has a unique feature - it is the first coin to feature the new portrait of King Charles III, who ascended to the throne in 2022 following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation and is instead produced in limited quantities for collectors and investors. The coin's design features the new portrait of King Charles III on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of the famous St. Edward's Crown, which is used in the coronation ceremony of British monarchs. The coin is made of 99.99% fine gold and weighs 15.6 grams.
