Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II - Mary Gillick Effigy £5 Silver 2026 Proof Piedfort

Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II - Mary Gillick Effigy £5 Silver 2026 Proof Piedfort is a unique, heavier version of the collector’s coin issued by the Royal Mint, celebrating the first official portraits of Queen Elizabeth II. The coin is struck from 925 sterling silver and finished in proof quality, ensuring the highest detail and mirror-like background. The Piedfort version features double the weight – 56.56 g – and greater thickness, while retaining the diameter of 38.61 mm. The coin combines elegance with traditional British design.

The coin is part of the “Portraits of a Queen” series, commemorating five official portraits of Queen Elizabeth II and showing their evolution over the years. The first release features the design by Mary Gillick – a classic, youthful portrait first appearing on coins in 1953. This design symbolised the beginning of Elizabeth II’s long and historic reign, with its elegance and freshness recreated with extraordinary attention to detail.

The issuer also ensured exceptional packaging – the coin comes in an elegant case complemented by a certificate of authenticity. It is an excellent choice for collectors interested in British history, numismatics, and monarchy.

Obverse: Portrait of King Charles III by Martin Jennings, surrounded by his name, royal inscriptions, denomination, and year of issue.

Reverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick with the inscription “Portrait of a Queen 1953–1967”.