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25 Pounds - Elizabeth II Prince William's Birthday, Gold Proof
| Issuer | Royal Mint |
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| Year | 2022 |
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| Value | 25 Pounds |
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| Obverse description | Fifth definitive effigy of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, as designed by Jody Clark. The sovereign's draped bust is rendered in high relief against a flat field. The encircling legend bears the Queen's titles in abbreviated Latin, with the denomination and date flanking the portrait. The engraver's initials J.C. appear truncated at the bust. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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Issued to mark Prince William's 40th birthday in June 2022, this coin arrived at an awkward moment in royal public relations — the Prince and Princess of Wales had recently stepped back from senior duties alongside Harry and Meghan's departure, and the Palace was actively managing the monarchy's image ahead of what would become a transitional year following the Queen's death in September. The Royal Mint nonetheless committed to the commemorative program months in advance.
The .9999 fineness is notably purer than the standard British gold bullion specification of .9167.