The King Penguin is one of the largest penguin species, second only to the Emperor Penguin. These remarkable birds are well-adapted to life in the ocean, using their powerful flippers to propel themselves through the water with ease. The Tower Mint has introduced a new gold and silver coin series celebrating the presence of King Penguins in the Falkland Islands. Right now, BGASC offers the 2025 1 oz Falkland Islands Gold King Penguin Coin.

Highlights:

• Ships in an individual plastic flip!
• First release in a new annual coin series from the Falkland Islands!
• Limited mintage of only 100 coins!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .9999 pure gold.
• Bears a face value of 5 Pounds, backed by the Falkland Islands.
• Obverse showcases a portrait of King Charles III.
• Reverse features a colony of King Penguins.

Each 2025 1 oz Falkland Islands Gold King Penguin Coin is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and comes packaged in a protective plastic flip. The newly introduced King Penguin Series includes both gold and silver coins, available in BU and proof versions.

Obverse

The obverse of the 2025 Gold King Penguin Coin features a left-profile bust of King Charles III. This design, created by Glyn Davies, follows the traditional style used for British coinage, depicting the king without a crown.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 2025 1 oz Gold King Penguin Coin, a group of King Penguins is shown in their natural habitat. The design includes a prominent adult penguin in the foreground, with four additional penguins, including a juvenile, positioned in the background. The Falkland Islands serve as an essential breeding ground for these birds, with Volunteer Point being home to a significant portion of the population.

History

King Penguins exhibit a playful behavior known as “tobogganing.” When moving across icy terrain, they often lie on their bellies and push forward using their flippers and feet, sliding across the surface. Researchers believe this behavior is both a practical way to travel and, at times, simply for funespecially when sliding downhill.

Ordering

If you have any questions about this gold coin, our team is happy to assist. BGASC customer service is available at 888-992-4272, through our online chat, or via email.