2023 UK PROOF COIN SET – ROYAL MINT

The 2023 United Kingdom Proof Coin Set marks a major moment in modern British numismatics: the first full proof set issued under King Charles III, featuring the new portrait by Martin Jennings and the redesigned definitive coinage.

The commemorative line‑up is exceptionally strong, covering royal milestones, transport heritage, literary legacy and major national anniversaries.

Commemorative Coins Included

• £5 – King Charles III 75th Birthday Celebrating His Majesty’s milestone year with a distinguished portrait and royal cypher.
• £2 – Flying Scotsman (1923–2023) Marking 100 years of the world‑famous locomotive, a favourite among railway collectors.
• £2 – J.R.R. Tolkien (1892–1973) Honouring the author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, featuring his iconic monogram.
• 50p – NHS 75th Anniversary (1948–2023) Celebrating 75 years of the National Health Service, a cornerstone of modern British society.
• 50p – Windrush 75th Anniversary (1948–2023) Commemorating the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush and the beginning of the Windrush Generation.

The remainder of the set comprises the full new definitive coinage of King Charles III, including the redesigned £1 and updated Royal Arms series.

This example is complete, in original Royal Mint packaging with its certificate of authenticity, ensuring full provenance and presentation quality.

• Monarch: King Charles III
• Type: Premium Proof Year Set
• Year: 2023
• Denomination Range: 1p–£5
• Metal: Mixed metals
• Reverse Designs:
  • Royal Arms definitive series (new Charles III designs)
  • King Charles III 75th Birthday £5
  • Flying Scotsman £2
  • J.R.R. Tolkien £2
  • NHS 75th Anniversary 50p
  • Windrush 75th Anniversary 50p
• Obverse: King Charles III (Martin Jennings)
• Presentation: Original Royal Mint packaging with COA
• Mintage: 15,000 sets
• Catalogue Numbers:
  • Spink 5100‑2023
  • KM PS‑2023
• Classification: Modern British decimal proof collection
• Collectability: First full Charles III proof set; exceptional commemorative line‑up

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