1 Pound - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Cardiff) 2011 front 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Cardiff) 2011 back
1 Pound - Elizabeth II (4th portrait; Cardiff) 2011 photo
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1 Pound - Elizabeth II 4th portrait; Cardiff

2011 year
Nickel brass 9.5 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2011
Value
1 Pound (1&nbspGBP)
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Thickness
3.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 October 2017
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#17096
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

The official badges of the capital cities of the United Kingdom with the badge of Cardiff being the principle focus.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE POUND
CARDIFF

Engraver: Stuart Devlin

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: Y DDRAIG GOCH DDYRY CYCHWYN

Translation: The Red Dragon shall lead

Comment

The fourth and final Stuart Devlin Capital City designs, the others being Belfast, Edinburgh and London. Issued as part of the Annual Coin Sets for 2011 in both Proof and Brilliant Uncirculated, as well as in a BU twin pack with the Edinburgh £1(3,198 sales). This design was also struck in silver proof, silver piedfort and gold proof.

Interesting fact

The 2011 Cardiff £1 coin is notable for featuring a unique design that commemorates the capital city of Wales, Cardiff. The coin's reverse side features an image of the famous Cardiff Castle, which has a rich history dating back to the 11th century. The castle has been used as a royal residence, a military stronghold, and even a prison, and its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens make it a popular tourist attraction. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "CARDIFF" in bold letters, further highlighting the coin's connection to the city. This coin is a great collector's item for anyone interested in British history, architecture, or numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  28974 - - - - - -

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