2026 Great Britain 5 oz Gold William IV Crown Great Engravers
The Royal Mint's Great Engravers Collection continues with a commemoration of Jean Baptiste Merlen's reverse design for the 1831 crown. Celebrated for both its beauty and rarity, the 1831 crown holds a distinguished place in British numismatics.
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Coin highlights
- Contains 5 oz of .9999 fine gold.
- Limited mintage of only 25 proof coins.
- Comes in a presentation box and includes a certificate of authenticity.
- Obverse: Displays a portrait of His Majesty King Charles III and the face value of 500 pounds.
- Reverse: Jean Baptiste Merlen's original design for the 1831 crown.
- Sovereign coin minted by The Royal Mint and backed by the British government. This historic design has been faithfully recreated using modern techniques and brought to life on the reverse of this new 2026-dated coin. Add this 5 oz Gold William IV Great Engravers coin to your cart today!Great EngraversThis beautiful collection from The Royal Mint pays homage to career masterpieces belonging to some of their historic engravers. Breathing new life into some of the world’s most sought-after coin designs with modern striking techniques, The Great Engravers Collection gives collectors the chance to own these iconic works centuries after the originals were struck. Previous releases have celebrated legendary designs such as Benedetto Pistrucci’s Waterloo Medal and St George and the Dragon, as well as Thomas Simon’s renowned Petition Crown. Available in a range of gold and silver Proof editions, each coin is a fitting tribute to the extraordinary artistry that shaped British numismatic history.
Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Grade | Proof |
| Legal-tender face value | 500 Pounds |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 5.0000 troy oz |
| Purity | .999 |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Thickness | N/A mm |
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