Coin | Gold Quarter Ounce 2022 Duke of Cambridge Birthday |
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Like many other mints, the Royal Mint issues bullion coins in precious metals, having much higher intrinsic value than their face value. The quarter ounce (1/4 oz) gold coins are denominated as Twenty-five Pounds (£25).
The coins are legal tender but are not intended for circulation. They are targeted at bullion investors or collectors who appreciate the special editions as pieces of art. The coins are typically "one-year" types usually issued in parallel with other denominations with the same reverse designs.
This quarter-ounce gold commemorative coin is part of a series celebrating the 40th birthday of HRH The Duke of Cambridge (Prince William).
The Mint says about it: Growing up during the eighties and nineties as a popular prince, His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge has evolved into his senior royal role with seamless confidence. In addition to his ceremonial duties, which include supporting his grandmother, Her Majesty The Queen, His Royal Highness works tirelessly to make an impact on progressive causes that remain close to his heart - whether it’s tackling the issue of climate change or the stigma attached to mental health issues. As a devoted husband to Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge and a loving father to their three young children, this year The Duke of Cambridge celebrates his milestone 40th birthday. |
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The obverse of the coin depicts the crowned old head of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Royal Diamond Diadem crown worn for her Coronation (her effigy known as the "Fifth Portrait").
In small letters below the head, the artist's initials J.C (for Jody Clark).
Running continuously around the effigy is the monarch's legend, followed by the date of issue and the face value: ELIZABETH II · D · G · REG · F · D · 25 POUNDS · 2022 ·. Translated from Latin: Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith, followed by the value and denomination in English and the year.
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The reverse design features a portrait of Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, facing quarter right.
Behind him on the left, his age - 40. On the right, his royal monogram - an ornate letter W surmounted by a coronet.
The designer's initials TD, for Thomas T. Docherty, are below left above the duke's shoulder. |
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Edge | Milled | Edge Inscription | None |
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Notes | Finish: Proof FDC. Packaging: in mahogany presentation box, with a numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Limited Edition 500. Maximum Coin Mintage: 610 (includes coins in sets). Royal Mint Product Code: UK22PWBU. Release date: 23 May 2022. Release price: £670.00.
Mintage includes 494 individual coins plus 100 in two-coin set. |
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