George Michael is the latest artist to be honoured by the Royal Mint’s Music Legends series. He joins Elton John and David Bowie in having his face immortalized on a coin!
The designer, Sandra Deiana, had said she wanted to depict “a detailed portrait” “that captured his charismatic expression” (per BBC). “I was particularly thinking of his iconic sunglasses,’ she added. She nailed it!
Celebrate one of the world's bestselling and beloved musicians with the @GeorgeMOfficial 2024 UK coin! 🎤
— The Royal Mint (@RoyalMintUK) February 26, 2024
Head this way for a celebration of a true pop icon. 🎉🎵 https://t.co/YtBKiJwgWU pic.twitter.com/b6RezHPplV