1 Penny - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Portcullis, Silver Proof) 2000-2008 front 1 Penny - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Portcullis, Silver Proof) 2000-2008 back
1 Penny - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Portcullis, Silver Proof) 2000-2008 photo

1 Penny - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Portcullis, Silver Proof

 
Silver (.925) 3.56 g 20.3 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
2000-2008
Value
1 Penny 0.01 GBP = USD 0.013
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
3.56 g
Diameter
20.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#165802
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

A crowned portcullis with chains (an adaptation of the Badge of Henry VII which is now the Badge of the Palace of Westminster), denomination in words above and numeral below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE PENNY
1

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Plain

Comment

2000 strike issued as part of 13-coin Millennium silver proof collections; issue limit: 15,000

2006 strike issued as part of 13-coin Queen's 80th Birthday silver proof collections; issue limit: 8,000

2008 strike issued as part of 7-coin Emblems of Britain silver proof collections; issue limit: 10,000

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a portcullis, which is a symbol of Parliament and legislative authority in the United Kingdom. This design was specifically created for the 4th portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, and it adds a distinct touch to the coin's aesthetic appeal.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2000  13180 - - - - - -
2006  8000 - - - - - -
2008  8168 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Portcullis, Silver Proof) 2000-2008 coin.