© The Royal Mint, 2015
© The Royal Mint, 2015
500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Christening; Gold Proof
2015 year| Gold (.9999) | 156.3 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#240299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cherubs heralding Charlotte’s arrival, her name on a cartouche, surrounded by details inspired by the Lily Font used in royal christenings since 1841
Script: Latin
Lettering:
To celebrate the
Christening of
PRINCESS
CHARLOTTE
ELIZABETH
DIANA
of
CAMBRIDGE
2015
DIEU ET·MON DROIT
JB
Translation: God on my right
Engraver: John Bergdahl
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Unusually this 5oz gold proof issue has a £500 face value. The design was also issued in silver and gold proof.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the coin is that it was minted to commemorate the royal christening of Princess Charlotte of Cambridge, the daughter of Prince William and Kate Middleton. The coin's design features an image of the princess surrounded by her family, along with the inscription "Royal Christening 2015." It was a limited edition release, with only 500 coins minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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