2026 1 oz Proof British Platinum Queen Elizabeth First Effigy Coin (Box + CoA)

The Royal Mint pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II with a commemorative series that highlights each of the five official portraits used during her reign. This collection allows collectors to see how her image on coinage evolved over time. From the earliest portrait created shortly after her coronation to later designs reflecting her years of service, the series offers a consistent look at her time on the throne. Currently, 2026 1 oz Proof British Platinum Queen Elizabeth First Effigy Coins are available from BGASC. **Highlights:** - **Arrives in a capsule with a presentation box and a Certificate of Authenticity!** - **First of five designs in the Portraits of the Queen Series!** - **Proof specimens!** - **Limited mintage of only 150 coins!** - Contains 1 troy oz of .9995 pure platinum. - Bears a face value of 100 Pound sterling (GBP) backed by the government of Britain. - The obverse depicts King Charles III. - On the reverse is Mary Gillicks first-generation portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. - Modern artwork by Gordon Summers. Each 2026 1 oz Proof British Platinum Queen Elizabeth First Effigy Coin is delivered in a protective capsule along with a Royal Mint presentation box. The box is enclosed in an official shipper and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. The coins feature frosted design elements contrasted against reflective fields. The Portraits of the Queen Series includes all five official effigies of Queen Elizabeth II used from 1953 to 2022. **Obverse** The obverse of the 2026 Proof British Platinum Queen Elizabeth First Effigy Coin shows King Charles III. This portrait, created by Martin Jennings in 2022, first appeared on Royal Mint coins in 2023. The design features a left-profile view of the King without a crown. **Reverse** On the reverse of the 2026 1 oz Proof Platinum Queen Elizabeth First Effigy Coin is Mary Gillicks right-profile image of Queen Elizabeth II. The design includes a laurel wreath and reflects a youthful yet composed appearance. Gordon Summers has recreated the portrait with a clean radial-line background. **History** Mary Gillick was selected to create the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II for use on coinage following her accession. Her design quickly became one of the most recognizable depictions of the Queen. The portrait shows her without a crown, giving it a simple and classic appearance influenced by ancient coin designs. **Ordering** If you need assistance, BGASC customer service can be reached at 888-992-4272. You can also connect with us through web chat or email. **Buying Gold And Silver Coins With BGASC Is Convenient And Secure** BGASC is Fast, Reliable, and Trusted. All orders of $199 or more Ship FREE. Our prices are ultra-competitive and there is no order minimum. We have NO hidden fees and we don't do phone solicitation calls either. All shipments are packaged securely, discreetly and are fully insured. We accept payment by Credit Card, PayPal, Crypto, ACH, Bank Wire and Paper Check. Your prices are locked in when checkout is completed. Customers all across the country have quickly come to recognize BGASC as one of the largest, fastest, most trusted online precious metals dealers in the U.S.