2026 Royal Mint Portraits of QEII Mary Gillick M1oz Silver Proof Coin

Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II Collection | 1oz Silver | Proof Finish | Limited Edition 3,900

Honouring the enduring legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, this exceptional 2026 Silver Proof Coin marks the inaugural release in the new Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II Collection from The Royal Mint.

Struck in 92.5% sterling silver to flawless Proof quality, the coin celebrates the first definitive coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II created by renowned sculptor Mary Gillick following Her Majesty’s accession to the throne in 1952.

Remastered by Gordon Summers, Chief Engraver at The Royal Mint, this release unites two generations of British monarchy by featuring the official portrait of His Majesty King Charles III on the obverse.

With a worldwide limited mintage of only 3,900 coins, this elegant tribute represents an important historical and numismatic release.

🎨 Design Description

The reverse features the remastered Mary Gillick portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, meticulously recreated by Royal Mint Chief Engraver Gordon Summers.

The portrait captures the youthful monarch adorned with a classical laurel wreath, reflecting grace, optimism, and continuity.

The obverse displays the official coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, symbolically uniting mother and son on British coinage.

The coin is presented in bespoke packaging exploring the history and artistic significance of the original Mary Gillick design.