2022 Memorial Sovereign Collection

Queen Elizabeth II 

On the afternoon of 8th September 2022, Queen Elizabeth II passed away peacefully at Balmoral. The news broke around 6:30pm BST as messages of condolences from world leaders flooded in. 
Mourners paid their respects by leaving floral tributes, Paddington Bear teddies and cards outside the Queen’s palaces and castles. 
The state funeral took place at Westminster Abbey on Monday 19th September. She was laid to rest at St. George's Chapel, alongside her late husband, Prince Philip, her parents, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, and her sister, Princess Margaret. 

King Charles III 

Upon the death of his mother, the crown automatically passed to Prince Charles, who assumed the title of King Charles III. The Accession Council proclaimed him king on Saturday 10th September 2022. His coronation will be held in 2023 

Martin Jennings: Engraver of King Charles III Portrait 

Martin Jennings is responsible for King Charles III's new coinage portrait. It was revealed on Friday 30th September 2022 and will appear on all UK coinage, from 1p up to £2 coins. Engraver, Martin Jennings, is a renowned British sculptor, who has an impressive portfolio of work, working predominantly in bronze and stone. 

Jody Clark: Engraver of 2022 Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Sovereign Reverse Design 

Designed by artist, Jody Clark, the reverse features a new depiction of the Royal Coat of Arms. This highly detailed design pays a fitting tribute to the late monarch. It is notably different from Timothy Noad's version, which appeared on the first version of the 2022 proof sovereign.