500 Pounds - Charles III (The Lion and The Eagle; Gold Proof) 2023 front 500 Pounds - Charles III (The Lion and The Eagle; Gold Proof) 2023 back
500 Pounds - Charles III (The Lion and The Eagle; Gold Proof) 2023 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2023

500 Pounds - Charles III The Lion and The Eagle; Gold Proof

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 655
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#389331
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A lion and an eagle surrounded by a laurel wreath with the inscription around

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE LION AND THE EAGLE
JM
2023

Designer: John M. Mercanti

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Released in collaboration with GovMint.com engraved by twelfth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, John M. Mercanti. The coin is to commemorate the enduring relationship the United Kingdom & The United States of America.

This coin was issued individually. The design was also struck in a variety of denominations and metals. Issue limit: 31

© The Royal Mint, 2023

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design that combines the symbols of two powerful nations - the lion, which represents the United Kingdom, and the eagle, which represents the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies. This design represents the unity and strength of these nations and their commitment to their shared values and history.