5 Pounds - Charles III (American Declaration of Independence, Silver Proof) (2026)
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2026 |
| Denomination | 5 Pounds |
| Face value | £5 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (999/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 62.860g · 2.0190 t oz |
| Diameter | 40.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obv. artist | Martin Jennings |
| Rev. artist | Gordon Summers |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Tags | Bird Independence |
Uncrowned portrait of King Charles III facing left, legend around.
CHARLES III·D·G·REX·F·D·5 POUNDS MJ
A hand holding a quill pen divides the design. To the right, an American bald eagle takes flight. Inscription around.
250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE GS
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About the 2026 5 Pounds - Charles III (American Declaration of Independence, Silver Proof)
The 2026 5 Pounds - Charles III (American Declaration of Independence, Silver Proof) is a circulating 5 pounds coin, struck in 99.9% silver. It weighs 62.86g and measures 40mm across. Reverse design: A hand holding a quill pen divides the design. To the right, an American bald eagle takes flight. Inscription around.
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History and design
Issued to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of American Independence.
The quill in the design has been incused to provide a debossed effect symbolising the oppression felt under British rule, while the eagle on the reverse of the coin has been embossed in bold relief to illustrate the freedoms that followed the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The coin was issued in a variety of metals and denominations. Issue limit: 1,010
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