Obverse. Photo © Royal Mint
  • 5 Pounds 2024, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Buckingham Palace
  • 5 Pounds 2024, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Buckingham Palace
  • 5 Pounds 2024, United Kingdom (Great Britain), Charles III, Buckingham Palace, 2024: BU annual set
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Description

Since 1837, Buckingham Palace has been the official London residence of the British monarch, currently serving as the administrative headquarters for the monarchy and a focal point for national and royal celebrations. Originally purchased by George III in 1761 for Queen Charlotte, the building evolved from Buckingham House into a palace, with Queen Victoria being the first monarch to reside there in July 1837. Today, the Palace is a bustling venue for royal events, hosting over 50,000 guests annually, and features 775 rooms, including 19 State Rooms open to visitors each summer.

Obverse

Depicts King Charles III’s effigy, surrounded by the Latin inscription. Engraver's initials on the neck.

CHARLES III DEI GRATIA REX FIDEI DEFENSOR means King Charles III, by the Grace of God King, Defender of the Faith.

Engraver: Martin Jennings (MJ)

CHARLES III•D•G•REX•F•D•5 POUNDS•2024 •
MJ

Reverse

Depicts the iconic frontal elevation of the Buckingham Palace, which proudly flies the Royal Standard indicating the presence of the British monarch.

Engraver: Henry Gray (HDG)

BUCKINGHAM
PALACE
HDG

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Cupronickel
Weight 28.28 g
Diameter 38.61 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Mint

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