Portraits of Queen Elizabeth II

During a record-breaking reign that spanned more than seven decades, Elizabeth II established herself as one of the most memorable monarchs in British history. Five definitive portraits of the queen appeared on the coins of the United Kingdom throughout that period.
The Royal Mint’s Portraits of a Queen Collection takes a closer look at each of these effigies and the stories behind their creation. For the reverse of each coin in the collection, these original portraits have been remastered by Gordon Summers, The Royal Mint’s Chief Engraver.

05 – Jody Clark

04 – Ian Rank-Broadley

03 – Raphael Maklouf

02 – Arnold Machin

01 – Mary Gillick