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2026 The Angel Five Pound Crown Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

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Uk26ABU 2026 The Angel Five Pound Crown Brilliant Uncirculated Coin Reverse

UK26ABU 2026 The Angel Five Pound Crown Brilliant Uncirculated Coin Obverse

Buy a 2026 Angel £5 BU

The 2026 Angel brilliant uncirculated £5 is a tribute to one of England’s most famous medieval coins. First introduced during the turbulent years of the Wars of the Roses, the original gold Angel became associated with royal touching ceremonies and the belief that the coin could offer protection or healing. The Royal Mint now presents a modern interpretation of this historic coin, featuring Sandra Deiana’s striking portrayal of the Archangel Michael triumphing over a winged dragon. Struck to a crisp, brilliant, uncirculated finish, this coin brings this centuries-old motif into the present day. Each of these Five Pounds is offered sealed in the official Royal Mint presentation folder. A key piece for those inspired by historic British coinage.

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Description Specification Summary The Angel 2026

What Is A Gold Angel?

First minted in 1465 during the reign of King Edward IV, the gold Angel takes its name from their image of the Archangel Michael. In the past, these coins were distributed by English monarchs as a cure for the 'king's evil'.

New Angel Design For 2026

The reverse of these 2026 coins displays Sandra Deiana's interpretation of the traditional Angel design, with the winged Archangel framed by the inscription 'PER CRUCEM TUAM SALVA NOS CHRISTE REDEMPTOR'.

Portrait Of King Charles III

The obverse features Martin Jennings' definitive uncrowned coinage portrait of King Charles III, introduced in 2022. The abbreviated Latin inscription on this £5 coin reads 'CHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · 5 POUNDS · 2026 ·'.

Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

Brilliant uncirculated coins are designed for collectors and struck to a superior standard than similar circulating counterparts. These Five Pound coins are made from cupronickel and have a milled edge.

Royal Mint Display Folder

The BU finish is protected by a clear coin capsule, built into the packaging for this 2026 commemorative coin. The display folder is packed with information on the history of the Angel and the design for this new issue from The Royal Mint.

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English Hammered Gold Angels

The gold Angel first appeared in 1465, introduced by King Edward IV during the Wars of the Roses. Replacing the earlier Noble, English Angels drew inspiration from the French Angelot d'Or, adopting the shared theme of a celestial figure while developing a distinctly warlike identity.

The obverse of gold Angels depicts Saint Michael the Archangel using a spear to strike down a winged dragon, while the reverse portrays the monarch standing aboard a ship with sword and shield.

Although the coin's value shifted over the centuries, its iconic appearance remained largely unchanged until production ceased in 1642. Medieval Angels commonly carried the Latin legend 'PER CRUCEM TUAM SALVA NOS CHRISTE REDEMPTOR', meaning 'By thy cross save us, Christ the Redeemer'.

Touching For The King's Evil

For centuries, it was believed that reigning monarchs could cure diseases through a ritual laying on of hands. This included scrofula, then known as 'the king's evil'. Because the illness often entered natural remission, the ceremony gained credibility and was seen as proof of a king's divinely ordained power.

Gold Angels became closely linked with this practice since they were given to recipients during touching ceremonies. Many surviving coins show small holes: evidence that they were worn as protective charms. The tradition continued even after the last Angels were struck: Royalists treasured pieces associated with Charles I, and both later Stuart monarchs and Jacobite claimants issued their own gold or gilt touch pieces featuring St Michael imagery.

The Royal Mint's 2026 Angel Series

Hammered Angels remain highly collectable today, admired for their artistry and royal associations. Modern interpretations have been issued by private mints, such as the long-running Manx Angel series, but The Royal Mint's 2026 release marks the first official revival of the historic coin.

Sandra Deiana's dynamic new reverse reimagines St Michael and the dragon with crisp, modern sculpting, framed by the traditional Latin legend. The obverse carries Martin Jennings' portrait of King Charles III. These 2026 coins are available in a range of sizes and finishes, including gold and silver proof editions, plus a BU £5 coin, offering history enthusiasts an opportunity to add a legendary English coin to their collections.