Obverse: The obverse of the coin features the official portrait of King Charles III, created by Martin Jennings. This portrait first appeared on UK coins in 2022. The portrait is centered and surrounded by the inscription CHARLES III D G REX F D 2 POUNDS. The background is decorated with a fine radial pattern, providing additional protection against counterfeiting.
Reverse: The reverse shows the updated design of the Royal Arms, created by heraldic artist Timothy Noad. The shield is divided into four sections representing England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales: three lions passant guardant for England, the lion rampant for Scotland, the Irish harp, and the Welsh dragon. The shield is supported by a crowned English lion and a chained Scottish unicorn. Around the shield are the traditional mottos: DIEU ET MON DROIT (God and my right) and HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE (Shame on him who thinks evil). The background is also decorated with a fine radial pattern for added security.
About the coin: The 2025 Royal Arms silver coin is the seventh issue in this series, first minted in 2019. This edition is notable as the last to feature Timothy Noad's interpretation in the series. The coin is minted from 999 fine silver, weighs 1 troy ounce (31.1035 g), and measures 38.61 mm in diameter. The face value is 2 pounds sterling. The mintage is limited to 50,000 pieces. As legal tender in the United Kingdom, this coin is exempt from capital gains tax for UK residents.
