Mary Seacole 2023 UK £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

Mary Seacole 2023 UK £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin

The Mary Seacole 2023 UK £5 Brilliant Uncirculated Coin celebrates the extraordinary life and legacy of a pioneering nurse and entrepreneur. This commemorative coin honors a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to caring for others, particularly British soldiers during the Crimean War.

Key Features

• Celebrating the adventurous life of nurse and entrepreneur Mary Seacole
• The first UK coin dedicated to this iconic female figure in black history
• Features an authentic likeness of Mary Seacole based on a genuine photograph from c. 1870
• Created with the collaborative support of The Mary Seacole Trust
• Accompanied by detailed packaging recounting Seacole’s eventful life

Historical Significance

Risking her own life to improve the quality of others, Mary Seacole provided British soldiers with a place to recover and recuperate from the harsh reality of the front line during the Crimean War. Whilst Mary Seacole’s story may have been lost in history for almost a century, many today remember her caring spirit and selfless actions with pride, reverence and adulation. In recognition of the remarkable humanitarian contributions she made throughout her life, this UK coin honors her incredible legacy.

Design Details

Created by Sandra Deiana, the coin’s reverse design is based on a genuine photograph of Mary Seacole held at Winchester College and taken around 1870. This thoughtful design captures the essence of this historical figure, making it a meaningful addition to any collection.

Technical Specifications

• Denomination: £5
• Alloy: Cupro-nickel
• Diameter: 38.61mm
• Weight: 28.28g
• Year: 2023