© The Royal Mint, 2021
© The Royal Mint, 2021
1 Pound - Elizabeth II 5th portrait; 1/20 oz Fine Gold
2021 year| Gold (.9999) | 1.58 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GBP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 1.58 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#281523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
A depiction of the figure of Britannia aside a seated lion, legend above, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA
1/20 OZ 999.9 FINE GOLD
2021
PJL
Engraver: P.J. Lynch
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Available in the 6-coin Gold Britannia Proof Set for 2021 with an issue limit of 150 sets© The Royal Mint, 2021
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (5th portrait; 1/20 oz Fine Gold) 2021 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the decimalization of British currency. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of the Queen's head, surrounded by a pattern of interlocking blocks that represent the 10p coin, which was introduced in 1971 as part of the decimalization process. This design is a nod to the significant change in the British monetary system that took place 50 years ago, and serves as a reminder of the evolution of currency over time.
