500 Pounds - Charles III Bull of Clarence; Silver Proof
2023 year| Silver (.999) | 1005 g | 100 mm |
| 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 | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 1005 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#358154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull holding shield bearing Tudor double-rose, legend above, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BULL OF CLARENCE
DL
2023
Designer: David Lawrence
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The fourth design in The Tudor's Beasts series, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stand in Hampton Court Palace.This David Lawrence reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, the Bull of Clarence, which is a heraldic symbol associated with Prince Charles, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin's design is a nod to Prince Charles's royal lineage and his status as the heir apparent to the British throne.
