Edward VII was the longest-serving heir apparent in British history until his great-great-grandson, Charles, became Prince of Wales in 1958 and later His Majesty King Charles III in 2022. Edward VII’s reign was a period of social, cultural and political change that influenced the modern Britain of today. 

The crown has a rich history dating back to the reign of Henry VIII and was originally introduced to circulation as a gold coin. The crown eventually became a silver coin and it had a value of 5 shillings up until decimalisation in 1971. It still exists today as a £5 coin. 

This coin is also available as part of The Making of Modern Britain Edward VII Bundle, which offers collectors the opportunity to own an example of each of the circulating coins of Edward VII’s reign.