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A 2023 United Kingdom 20 Pence bullion coin struck in 1/10 ounce of .999 fine silver. This issue marks the first year of King Charles III’s appearance on the Britannia bullion series. The obverse features the first definitive coinage portrait of King Charles III by Martin Jennings, depicted facing left and uncrowned. The obverse legend reads CHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · 20 PENCE and the background field is finished with a finely stippled texture. The reverse depicts the standing figure of Britannia by Philip Nathan, holding a trident and a Union Jack shield. The reverse legend states BRITANNIA · 2023 · 1/10 oz · 999 FINE SILVER. Security features on the reverse include a radial sunburst background and a latent image circle. The designer’s name NATHAN is visible in micro-text at the base of the design. The coin is finished with a reeded edge.
Weight: 3.11 g.
Condition report:
Uncirculated. The coin exhibits areas of dark toning and surface tarnish, most notably across the obverse portrait. Occasional minor surface marks and light handling wear are visible to both sides.
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