2026 Royal Mint QEII 100th Anniversary £5 Silver Proof Piedfort Coin
Piedfort Edition | Sterling Silver Proof | Limited Mintage 1,250 |
A prestigious tribute to Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, the 2026 Queen Elizabeth II Birth Centenary Piedfort Silver Proof Coin marks 100 years since the birth of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (1926–2026).
Struck by The Royal Mint from .925 sterling silver, this exceptional coin is presented in piedfort format, meaning it is double the thickness and weight of a standard coin, enhancing both its presence and collectible appeal. Weighing 56.56 grams, it is struck to a flawless proof finish, showcasing intricate detail and craftsmanship.
With a strictly limited mintage of just 1,250 coins worldwide, this premium issue stands as one of the most exclusive silver releases in the centenary collection.
📖 Story – A Century of Queen Elizabeth II
Born in 1926, Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne in 1952 at just 25 years of age, going on to become the longest-reigning monarch in British history.
Her reign spanned over 70 years, witnessing immense global change while maintaining a constant presence of stability and duty. From her coronation in 1953 to her Platinum Jubilee in 2022, she remained a symbol of continuity for the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.
The 2026 centenary of her birth is commemorated through a special collection of coins celebrating her life, legacy, and enduring influence.
🎨 Design Description
The reverse design, created by Timothy Noad, is inspired by the ornate ironwork of St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, where Queen Elizabeth II is laid to rest.
At its centre is the Royal Cypher of Elizabeth II beneath a crown, surrounded by decorative elements and the inscription:
“QUEEN ELIZABETH II · EXALTABITUR IN GLORIA · 1926–2026”
The obverse features the official King Charles III portrait by Martin Jennings, alongside the denomination and year.
✨ Key Features
👑 Commemorates the 100th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth (1926–2026)
✨ Struck to proof quality finish
📏 Piedfort format – double thickness and weight
🏛️ Official £5 UK legal tender
🎨 Reverse design by Timothy Noad inspired by St George’s Chapel
👑 Obverse features King Charles III portrait by Martin Jennings
🌍 Extremely limited mintage: 1,250 coins worldwide
🎁 Presented in official Royal Mint display case with COA
📋 Specifications
| Year | 2026 |
| Mint | Royal Mint |
| Series | Queen Elizabeth II Birth Centenary |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 56.56g |
| Purity | .925 |
| Finish | Proof |
| Diameter | 38.61mm |
| Mintage | 1,250 |
| Legal Tender | United Kingdom – £5 |
| Packaging | Display Case + Outer Box + COA |
| SKU | CG26RMQESPF2ZBX02 |
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