Obverse: For the first time, the obverse of the coin features the official portrait of King Charles III, marking the beginning of a new era in the history of the British monarchy. The portrait conveys dignity and continuity following the reign of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Reverse: The reverse displays a rarely used design – the Royal Arms reinterpreted by Jody Clark, uniquely replacing the traditional depiction of Saint George and the dragon by Benedetto Pistrucci. This symbolic design pays tribute to the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.
About the coin: The Memorial Sovereign 2022 is a commemorative coin struck in 2022 to honour the passing of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is minted in 22-carat gold to The Royal Mint’s bullion standard. It is also the first Sovereign of its kind to feature the new portrait of King Charles III.
