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¼ Sovereign - Elizabeth II Una and the Lion
2019 year| Gold (.9999) | 1.83 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | ¼ Sovereign ¼ GGP = USD 0.33 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1.83 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#296781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Una and the lion
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIRIGE DEUS GRESSUS MEOS.
QUARTER
SOVEREIGN
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Belo photo with permission of: © Hattons of London Ltd / hattonsoflondon.co.ukInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Una and the Lion) 2019 from Alderney (Guernsey) is that it features a unique design that showcases the iconic image of Una and the Lion, a symbol of strength and courage, from the poem "The Faerie Queene" by Edmund Spenser. The coin's design is inspired by the original artwork of the Una and the Lion statue that stands in the gardens of the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Scotland. This design element adds a touch of cultural significance and artistic beauty to the coin, making it a sought-after collectible for coin enthusiasts and admirers of British literature and history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Sovereign - Elizabeth II (Una and the Lion) 2019 coin.
