500 Pounds - Charles III (5 oz Fine Gold) 2023 front 500 Pounds - Charles III (5 oz Fine Gold) 2023 back
500 Pounds - Charles III (5 oz Fine Gold) 2023 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

500 Pounds - Charles III 5 oz Fine Gold

2023 year
Gold (.9999) 156.3 g 50 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
500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 654
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.9999)
Weight
156.3 g
Diameter
50 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#358773
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

The figure of Britannia driving a chariot pulled by seahorses, legend around, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BRITANNIA · 5 OZ 999.9 · FINE GOLD
J.O
2023

Engraver: Jonathan Olliffe

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued individually. Issue limit: 90

© The Royal Mint, 2023

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 500 Pounds - Charles III (5 oz Fine Gold) 2023 coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of King Charles III, who is depicted in a formal pose, wearing the St. Edward's Crown, and surrounded by the inscription "CHARLES III • KING OF ENGLAND • 2023". This design was created by sculptor and engraver, Jody Clark, who is known for his work on various coins and medals, including the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II that appears on British coins.