A Royal Milestone: The First-Ever UK Coin Honouring The Princess Royal
In 2025, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal celebrates her 75th birthday, and to mark this historic occasion, The Royal Mint has issued a remarkable new UK £5 coin – personally approved by Princess Anne herself.
A Numismatic and Royal First
For the very first time in British history, Princess Anne appears on a UK coin. This makes the 2025 UK 75th Birthday of Princess Anne £5 Coin not only a collector’s piece but a historic numismatic first.
The design was personally approved by The Princess Royal and features:
- Her official Coat of Arms
- An elegant photographic portrait by John Swannell, Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society and celebrated royal photographer
This combination of heraldry and portraiture creates a truly distinguished tribute to a life of unwavering public service.
A Life of Dedication and Duty
Since beginning royal duties at the age of 18, Princess Anne has earned a reputation as one of the hardest-working members of the Royal Family. Supporting over 300 charities, organisations, and military regiments, she has become a symbol of dedication and modest strength.
Whether representing the UK on the world stage or quietly championing causes close to her heart, The Princess Royal’s commitment to service is extraordinary and widely admired.
A Passion for Horses and Olympic Spirit
Known for her lifelong love of horses, Princess Anne made headlines when she became the first member of the British Royal Family to compete in the Olympic Games, riding for Team GB in eventing at the 1976 Montreal Olympics.
Riding her trusted gelding Doublet, she also claimed individual gold at the 1971 European Eventing Championships – a feat that underlined not only her skill but her grit and perseverance.
Image Credit: The Gait Post
A Fitting Tribute in a Range of Premium Specifications
The 2025 UK £5 Coin celebrating Princess Anne’s 75th birthday is available in a variety of stunning specifications, ensuring there’s a perfect option for every collector:
- Brilliant Uncirculated
- Silver Proof
- Silver Proof Piedfort
- Gold Proof
Each version showcases the beautiful design with the high-quality craftsmanship you’d expect from The Royal Mint — from affordable excellence to the ultimate in precious metal prestige.
👉 Explore the full Princess Anne 75th Birthday Coin Range here
Whether you’re adding to your collection or gifting a timeless piece of royal history, this coin is a fitting tribute to an extraordinary life of service.