Princess Anne's 75th birthday marked with royal recognition - significant milestone celebrated
Celebrating Princess Anne's 75th Birthday: A Special £5 Commemorative Coin
Princess Anne, the daughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II, is turning 75 this year, and to mark the occasion, the Royal Mint, the official mint of the United Kingdom, has presented a commemorative coin. The Princess Royal, as she is officially known, is the second child and only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
The £5 coin features a portrait of Princess Anne, taken by royal favourite photographer John Swannell. Princess Anne is depicted wearing the Aquamarine Pineflower Tiara, a piece from the royal collection. The inscription on the coin reads: "The Princess Royal - Celebrating 75 Years - Duty and Devotion".
Besides Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III, Princess Anne is the only other British royal to have been featured on a commemorative coin. The coin's design also includes symbols for England, Scotland, and Ireland: three lions for England, an upright lion for Scotland, and a harp for Ireland. The official coat of arms of Princess Anne is displayed beside her portrait on the coin.
Princess Anne is often referred to as the "hardest working royal". She has more engagements in her calendar than many younger family members for decades. Her support is in the name of her older brother, King Charles III. She supports over 300 organisations, charities, and military associations.
In 1976, Princess Anne made history by becoming the first British royal to compete in the Olympics. She participated in the equestrian event and won a silver medal in the team jumping competition.
Princess Anne married Captain Mark Phillips in 1973, and they had two children, Zara and Peter. The marriage ended in divorce in 1992. Princess Anne survived an attempted kidnapping in 1974, an event that shook the royal family and the nation.
The commemorative coin serves as a testament to Princess Anne's dedication and service to the country. It is a fitting tribute to a woman who has spent her life in the service of duty and devotion. The coin will be available for purchase from the Royal Mint's website and through selected retailers.
This commemorative coin, a celebration of Princess Anne's 75th birthday, offers more than just a tribute to her legacy; it serves as a snapshot of the Royal family's entertainment roster, featuring the Princess Royal alongside other illustrious celebrities graced on similar coins. The world of entertainment and Royalty intertwine uniquely in this £5 coin, symbolizing Princess Anne's extraordinary journey and her significant contributions that resonate with the nation.
