United Kingdom

2018

This commemorative gold coin was issued by the Royal Mint in 2018 to honor Ada Lovelace, widely regarded as the world’s first computer programmer. The design presents a stylized portrait of Lovelace surrounded by mathematical symbols, mechanical elements, and abstract patterns referencing early computing concepts and Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine. The intricate composition reflects her pioneering work in mathematics and computer science during the 19th century and her lasting influence on modern technology.