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2026 Mary Gillick First Effigy Five Pound Brilliant Uncirculated Portraits Of A Queen Coin

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Mark the beginning of a historic new series with the first coin in The Royal Mint's Portraits of a Queen collection, exploring the five definitive coinage portraits of Queen Elizabeth II. This inaugural release focuses on the first portrait used on UK coins, created by sculptor Mary Gillick following the Queen's accession to the throne in 1952 and used until 1967. Her design shows a youthful Elizabeth II wearing a laurel wreath, and has been faithfully remastered by The Royal Mint's Chief Engraver, Gordon Summers. Struck to Brilliant Uncirculated standard, this official UK £5 coin offers a superior finish compared to circulating currency and is a beautiful keepsake for royal enthusiasts and coin collectors alike.
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Portraits Of A Queen Collection

This is the first release in a five-coin series from The Royal Mint that will explore each of the official effigies used on UK coinage during Queen Elizabeth II's long reign.

Browse the range: Portraits Of Queen Elizabeth II

King Charles III Obverse

The obverse of this commemorative UK coin features the official coinage portrait of King Charles III by Martin Jennings, uniting mother and son on the coins of the realm. The inscription reads 'CHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · 5 POUNDS · 2026 ·'.

Mary Gillick Reverse Design

The reverse displays Mary Gillick's first definitive coinage portrait of Elizabeth II, remastered in remarkable detail by The Royal Mint's Chief Engraver, Gordon Summers. The words 'PORTRAIT OF A QUEEN 1953-1967' are displayed to the right against a textured sunburst background.

Brilliant Uncirculated Finish

Struck to a brilliant uncirculated standard, with sharp definition and a polished finish designed to enhance the design, this Five Pound coin is designed for collectors.

Official Royal Mint Packaging

This 2026 First Effigy coin is presented in an informative display folder, telling the story behind the original 1953 portrait and the remarkable reign it represents.