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Royal Inspiration: The Story Behind the King Charles III 75th Birthday Coin Design – An Interview with Renowned Heraldic Artist, Mike Guilfoyle
Welcome to a behind-the-scenes encounter with a true artistic genius. Join us as we delve into an exclusive interview with renowned artist, Mike Guilfoyle. In this captivating interview, we’ll uncover the intricacies and insights behind his latest masterpiece– the King Charles III 75th Birthday Coin. Prepare to be enchanted by the inspiration, craftsmanship, and intricate details that make these coins a work of art, all revealed by the visionary behind the design.
You can explore the key features of the King Charles III 75th Birthday Coins, by clicking on the white dots on the interactive image below:
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Royal Celebration: King Charles III 75th Birthday Range Released
This year, on the 14th of November, His Majesty King Charles III will celebrate his 75th birthday. This will be the first time a reigning British King has celebrated his 75th birthday in over 200 years.
Royal birthdays have held a significant place in the hearts of collectors for generations.
In a gesture to match the grandeur of the occasion – especially for collectors – a stunning coin range has been unveiled to mark the 75th birthday of King Charles III. This exquisite collection perfectly captures the essence of His Majesty in meticulous detail.
Continue reading below to explore the beautiful designs in all their glory.
Brand-new: King Charles III 75th Birthday Silver Proof £5
A prestigious piece of royal history, this brand-new £5 coin has been struck to the historic Crown specifications.
This remarkable release is strictly limited to JUST 995 collectors WORLDWIDE.
Secure your own King Charles III 75th Silver Proof £5 by clicking here >>>
Own the coin fit for a King: His Majesty’s 75th Birthday Silver 5oz
This is the coin that’s being gifted to King Charles III for his 75th birthday – you read that correctly!
Issued by Guernsey, this stunning coin is struck from 5oz of Pure Silver with selective 24 Carat Gold plating. Only 174 out of the total 175 edition limit have been made available for collectors, as number one has already been reserved for His Majesty.
Click here to own this impressive silver tribute to His Majesty King Charles III >>>
Mark this historic milestone with the Gold Proof £5
The one-year-only design on the Gold Proof £5 has been fully approved by Buckingham Palace – with a strict edition limit of JUST 30.
Struck from solid Gold, the pristine Proof finish really showcases the specially commissioned design, featuring cruciform shields with symbols representing His Majesty’s life – including the fleet Air Arm badge honouring His Majesty’s service as a helicopter pilot in the Royal Navy.
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A true work of art: King Charles III 75th Birthday Artist’s Set
Issued to mark the first time in over two centuries that a reigning British King has reached the age of 75. The King Charles III 75th Birthday Artist’s Set truly rises to this historic occasion.
It features an official ‘Note from the Artist’ signed by the reverse designer – Mike Guilfoyle, where he gives a fascinating insight into his creative process and inspiration.
Only 200 of these historic sets will ever exist – so only a select number of collectors will be able to own this exclusive set.
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The ultimate King Charles III 75th Birthday issue: Proof £5 coin cover
The perfect way to mark the historic occasion, this exclusive release includes a £5 Proof coin alongside His Majesty’s Coronation stamps, hand-stamped on his 75th birthday – the 14th of November 2023.
This makes it a true collector’s dream, as once all the covers have been allocated, they will never be available again.
Click here to secure yours before the strict edition of JUST 495 is gone >>>
This really is a collection fit for a king – but there are even more brand-new releases to see, delve into the rest of the exclusive collection by clicking the link below!
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“We retraced the steps of the Dambusters”. How these pilots raised thousands for the RBL
In 2023, we travelled to Compton Abbas Airfield in Dorset to meet two pilots who have raised thousands for the Royal British Legion.
Jason Davidson and Simon Shackell flew in specially to tell us all about a remarkable challenge they took on in May.
To mark the 80th anniversary of the Dambusters Raid, they undertook a commemorative flight to recognise the technical skills, ingenuity and courage of those who conducted the legendary air operation.
And in doing so, they raised over £3,000 for the Royal British Legion!
Watch below as we meet Jason and Simon, who tell us about the challenge and why they chose to raise funds for the RBL.
We were delighted to gift Jason and Simon a 2023 Royal British Legion Poppy® Silver Proof £5 each as well as the FINAL 2023 Poppy® Silver Masterpiece Coin to be struck to honour their achievements and thank them for their fundraising efforts…
Watch the interview and gifting in full below or read on to find out more about Jason and Simon’s story…
Jason and Simon’s Story
Both Simon and Jason have a close connection to the military – Jason served in the Parachute Regiment for over 22 years and his twin brother was also in the RAF. Simon’s father was a navigator in the RAF during National Service.
They took on the challenge as they were inspired by the bravery and skill that the 617 Squadron showed. Simon said that the idea was to “champion the engineering aspect” as well as the airmanship. “It really struck home how difficult that would have been, and how dangerous. The airmanship was what blew me away”, Jason said.
On 16th May 2023, the 80th anniversary of the Dambusters Raid, Jason and Simon began their challenge – departing from the RAF St Athan airfield site on a mission to pass over 8 locations:
- Chesil Beach, Dorset – testing location for the “bouncing bomb”
- Reculver Bay, Kent – testing location for the “bouncing bomb”
- East Kirkby Aviation Heritage Centre, Lincolnshire – a unique living museum to the Dambusters and home of ‘Just Jane’.
- Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire – home of the Dambusters Memorial
- RAF Scampton, Lincolnshire – the wartime base of the 617 Squadron and the location where the Raid was launched
- Derwent Dam, Sheffield – a location closely resembling the Möhne Dam where the Dambusters practiced for the Raid.
- Nant-y-Gro Dam, Rhayader – the site where Barnes Wallis successfully demonstrated the concept of the depth charge mine.
- Penarth, Glamorgan – the site of Wing Commander Guy Gibson’s memorial and his wartime home.
Jason and Simon conducted each flight using only maps, stopwatches and compasses to navigate as the Dambusters did.
The 2023 Official RBL Poppy® Coin Range
For nearly 20 years, The Westminster Collection has released coins in support of the Royal British Legion – and collectors have raised over £1.25 million for the RBL.
The 2023 coin range is no longer available, but you can head to our website to explore more collections here >>
