2025 United Kingdom £5 BU Coin - Music Legends: Freddie Mercury

• Mint: British Royal Mint
• Denomination: £5
• Quality: Brilliant Uncirculated
• Issue limit: N/A
• Alloy: Base Metal
• Diameter: 38.61 mm
• Weight: 28.28 grams
• Artist: Henry Gray/Martin Jennings
• Box/Capsule: No/Blister
• Certificate: Printed Folder

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The British Royal Mint’s Music Legends Collection shines a spotlight on British music icons that we all know and love. This release for Freddie Mercury follows the releases for Queen, David Bowie, Elton John, The Who, The Rolling Stones. Dame Shirley Bassey, the Police, George Michael, Paul McCartney, John Lennon and Iron Maiden.

This release celebrates one of the greatest musicians of all time and features a design of the icon at the height of his game, accompanied by the singer-songwriter’s signature.

Freddie Mercury, born Farrokh Bulsara, was the iconic lead singer and pianist for the rock band Queen. Known for his flamboyant stage presence and four-octave vocal range, Mercury is considered one of the greatest singers in rock history.

The obverse of the coin features the official coinage portrait of His Majesty King Charles III.

The packaging and coin design explores the illustrious career of this true music legend.